My research focuses on understanding dark matter and galaxy evolution via observations and simulations of our Galaxy, the Milky Way. I am particularly interested in stellar streams, the tidal remnants of Milky Way satellite galaxies and star clusters. I study these systems in large astronomical surveys, like the Dark Energy Survey, Gaia, and soon the Rubin Observatory LSST, and in cosmological and idealized simulations.
A lot of my work is focused on promoting equity and inclusion in both my local department and throughout the lager astronomy community. I am currently EDI co-chair for the LSST Dark Energy Science Collaboration. In the past, I have founded and led several mentoring programs, EDI journal clubs, and action groups. For my fellowship, I partnered with the data science for social good team at Carnegie Mellon to provide volunteer opportunities for astronomers with data expertise.