Hi! I'm Emi.
I'm currently completing an M.S. in Computer Science and a B.S. in Biology at Stanford University. My work sits at the intersection of AI, biology, and security, where I focus on the technical and institutional challenges of biosecurity in an era where biology is increasingly programmable.
I founded Omnyra, an AI-native platform for pathogen detection, developed in collaboration with the FBI Weapons of Mass Destruction Directorate and the Defense Innovation Unit. More broadly, I'm interested in building systems that can identify and mitigate biological risks before they scale. In parallel, I work on translational research in cardiovascular modeling at Stanford's Cardiovascular Biomechanics Lab and volunteer at the Cardinal Free Clinics. These experiences ground my interest in connecting frontline medical care with broader systems of preparedness and response.
My background spans engineering, policy, and strategy - I've worked across roles at Amazon, OpenAI, and Google DeepMind, and I'm especially interested in how frontier technologies can be responsibly deployed in high-stakes domains.
At Stanford, I've focused on community building: mentoring founders through ASES Bootcamp, teaching biosecurity to a class of 300+ students, serving as a Resident Assistant at 550, and founding Palo Alto x Stanford Restaurant Weekend to strengthen connections between campus and the local community.
Outside of work, I spend time weightlifting, dancing, and exploring new coffee shops.