About me

I am currently pursuing a PhD in mechanical engineering at the University of Arkansas. I develop and use computational models to explore how to create advanced materials for emerging technologies. I particularly enjoy programming in python and C++ and have several active programming projects that I am contributing to, most of which can be found on my GitHub profile. Outside of my research I have spent my efforts studying machine learning and artificial intelligence which I found a passion for a few years ago.

I enjoying learning new skills, mostly in STEM related areas, but I also have interests in philosophy, music, and health. I aspire to write some in the areas of philosophy of science, to play the piano and ukulele well, and enjoy a variety of sports and physical exercise (basketball, hockey, swimming, weight lifting, and body weight routines).

I am religious and see no conflict between science and religion as some do. To me they are both methods used to search for and discover truth. I spent two years living in Taiwan as a missionary for my church where I became fluent in Mandarin Chinese and developed a love for the Chinese people. Although my Chinese has gotten a little rusty, I'm still able to keep up with our many Chinese friends locally and abroad.