I am currently a first-year graduate student in mathematics, holding bachelor's degrees in both mathematics and computer science. Additionally, I spent a year studying at the School of Life Sciences. My academic interests lie at the intersection of combinatorics and other pure mathematics disciplines, as well as the mathematical modeling of real-world problems—particularly those arising from biology, physics, and information theory. One area of focus for me is the interdisciplinary study of biological and mathematical challenges, such as DNA-based data storage.

Through this forum, I hope to gain deeper insights into cutting-edge developments and methodologies in pure mathematics, especially those with connections to combinatorics. I am also keen to explore contemporary biological research questions and examine their mathematical formulations. This event presents a valuable opportunity to engage with experts, exchange ideas, and broaden my interdisciplinary perspective. I look forward to contributing to and learning from the discussions.

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My research interests lie in the rich interplay between combinatorics and other areas of pure mathematics, such as algebra, geometry, and harmonic analysis. I am also deeply interested in mathematical modeling driven by real-world challenges, particularly in DNA data storage, quantum information theory, and the interface between structural biology and deep learning.