PUBLICATIONS
Exploring stories, systems, and understanding.
From gender and democracy to science and society, my writing spans disciplines, blending creativity with academic rigor. Each piece reflects my curiosity about how people think, live, and change, whether through fiction that questions power or research that analyzes theories.
“When Enough Is Enough” — The Rev, Russell Sage College Review
Theme: Gender, Patriarchy, and Awakening
Published in The Rev (2024), my short fictional story follows Brigette, a retired woman confronting duty, silence, and a domineering husband. The piece captures the quiet rebellion of women against traditional gender norms. Featured among 82 curated works across 120 pages, this story explores how identity and defiance coexist within the patriarchal society.
New York Times 2023 Summer Reading Contest — Honorable Mention (Top 2%)
Theme: Body Image, Confidence, and Media
Recognized by The New York Times editors in Week 3 of their global Summer Reading Contest, my vignette explores strict beauty standards in the dance world and body shaming in the digital age. Written from the perspective of a young ballerina, it interweaves personal reflection with analysis of an NYT article — earning an Honorable Mention amongst 889 submissions.
“The Role of Green Tea Catechins in Protecting Vitamin C from Oxidation”
Theme: Chemistry and Nutritional Science
This 4,000-word IBDP Extended Essay investigates how catechin concentration in Camellia sinensis (green tea) affects ascorbic acid oxidation, using spectrophotometry to analyze antioxidant properties via the Beer-Lambert Law. My research revealed that higher catechin levels significantly slowed vitamin C degradation — highlighting green tea’s potent antioxidant properties and its implications for nutrition and wellness.
“Is There Such a Thing as Too Much Democracy?” — Curieux Academic Journal
Theme: Political Theory and Civics
After three months of historical and political research, I wrote a 2,000-word essay tracing democracy’s evolution from ancient Greece to the digital age. The paper examines how misinformation, political divides, and flawed electoral systems test democracy’s resilience. Published in Curieux (March 2025), the essay bridges philosophy and politics to exhibit an ideal democracy where the power is exercised directly by the people.