Bicycling along the 17-mile drive in Monterey Bay, I was struck by the bluest-blue of the Pacific Ocean. Each photograph I took made me ask—why can’t it all be this clean?

That question has guided everything I’ve built since. From testing air pollution in my kitchen to designing sensors and robots that study and restore marine environments, I’ve been chasing the connection between science, technology, and environmental repair. What began as small experiments to measure problems has evolved into designing solutions—like underwater robots that collect debris, inspect shipwrecks, and help protect fragile ecosystems.

My mission is to explore how engineering can serve the planet: to merge data, design, and curiosity into practical tools that heal rather than harm. Whether it’s a robot gliding through the ocean, a bike ride that replaces a car trip, or a new idea sparked in a late-night CAD session, I’m driven by one goal—to help the Earth breathe a little easier, one invention at a time.