I earned my master's degree in management and biotechnology from SJSU. Afterwards I worked for a few biotech organizations. Due to family obligations, I was unable to continue working in biotech and switched to the software industry, where I spent almost 5 years working for Cisco. However, I took a few classes at CCSF because I had always wanted to return to my beloved profession of Biotechnology. With their assistance, I was able to complete my internship at Kampmann's lab at UCSF. Emmy Li, my mentor, and I were working together to comprehend the molecular process underlying the APOE4 risk factor that is connected to Alzheimer's disease using the CRISPR based genetic tools.  I then continued my studies by completing the Stem Cell Internship program at Dr Llorente's lab at Stanford university where I studied white matter stroke and vascular dementia. My long-term objective is to work for a biotech/pharmaceutical research institute or biotech company and contribute to the development of innovative therapies that will enhance patient care.