I’m currently a researcher and Ph.D. candidate at Stanford University, where I’m advised by the wonderful Prof. Hyo Gweon! I also collaborate closely with the Bonawitz Computational Cognitive Development Lab at Harvard University.

In my work, I care about (1) conducting basic research to build out our understanding of how our minds and brains operate, learn, and develop from early childhood onward, and (2), leveraging that understanding *outside* of research to produce a tangible positive impact on children's development and lives. You can read more about my research here, and one of my (co-)efforts to build bridges between science & the world outside of science here!

I'm Swiss-Kenyan and was born and raised in the bilingual town of Biel which sits right between the German- and French-speaking parts of Switzerland. I spent most of my childhood years playing video games. After high school, I worked in asylum law with the Swiss government, did some teaching in special ed, and helped infants, toddlers, and kids have a fun(-ish?) time in preschool. I then went on to study and do research at ZHAW, ETH Zurich, HU Berlin, LMU Munich, TUM, and Harvard!

I like to read and write, wander around and photograph my surroundings, and dabble in small web design projects (like this website!) I also enjoy baking, home decor/interior design, and winter sports (skiing & ice skating), and I try my best to log the many shows and movies I enjoy(ed) watching :)

Thanks for stopping by, and don’t hesitate to reach out!