Policy
As a Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Data Analytics Scholar at Carnegie Mellon University, I learned to connect rigorous empirical methods with practical policy insights—a principle that continues to guide my work. Below are some of my most relevant policy experiences that bridge research, data science, and social impact.
International Monetary Fund (IMF) (2025)
Climate Policy Economist Intern
- Estimated the macroeconomic costs of climate shocks using geospatial climate data and global time series models.
- Presented policy-relevant findings to IMF staff, contributing to fiscal policy dialogues around climate risk.
California Council on Science and Technology (CCST) (2025)
Science Translators Showcase Presenter
- Shared research from my dissertation on optimal transition policy design with California legislative staff during CCST’s Science & Technology Week at the State Capitol.
- Completed targeted training in translating complex research into actionable, policy-relevant insights.
Summer School on Climate Change and AI (2024)
Selected Participant
- Joined a global cohort of researchers exploring the interface of machine learning and climate change.
- Investigated applications of AI in climate risk assessment and resilience planning.
Fiscal Challenge Competition (2020)
Team Lead
- Developed a comprehensive fiscal plan to reduce the U.S. national debt.
- Presented policy proposals at a national forum simulating real-world congressional budget deliberations.
Public Policy and International Affairs (PPIA) Fellowship, Carnegie Mellon University (2019)
Data Analytics Fellow
- Received graduate-level training in quantitative policy analysis, economics, and data science.
- Focused on urban spatial inequality and its policy solutions.
PERIOD. (2019)
Data and International Policy Analysis Intern
- Led data analytics and visualization for menstrual equity policy campaigns.
- Collaborated with advocacy organizations to support state and federal legislative proposals.
Debating for Democracy (D4D) (2018)
Campus Representative
- Designed and led policy advocacy campaigns on economic justice and education access.
- Participated in national policy proposal competitions judged by elected officials.
Davis Peace Project Nepal Fieldwork (2017)
Field Researcher
- Designed and implemented a community health initiative in rural Nepal.
- Collected field data and presented policy recommendations to Nepal’s Ministry of Health for rural health planning.