My academic and professional journey has been profoundly shaped by opportunities to present research across scientific, policy, and community forums. From Department of Energy symposiums to local capstone showcases, these presentations reflect my engagement with interdisciplinary topics ranging from hydrogen energy systems to watershed sustainability. Below is a selection of my recent talks and poster sessions.
Hydrogen storage potential of salt domes in the Netherlands
GEOH2 – Bureau of Economic Geology, UT Austin (October 2025)
Hydrogen Emissions Exchange at UT Austin (October 2025)
GeoGulf 2025 – Nacogdoches, TX (April 2025)
Presented ongoing graduate research on assessing the feasibility of underground hydrogen storage of salt dome formations in the Netherlands. The talk covered methods for identifying suitable sites using geological screening criteria and volumetric calculations. Findings highlighted key regions with high storage potential and their relevance to the Netherlands’ transition toward renewable energy using hydrogen. Ongoing work includes integrating infrastructure development and market-demand data to link geological feasibility with real-world deployment potential.
Navigating the Permitting Landscape for Electrolyzer Deployment: Challenges and Best Practices
Minority Educational Institution Student Partnership Program Closing Ceremony – Washington, DC (August 2024)
Presented a comprehensive overview of regulatory pathways and water-related permitting challenges for green hydrogen deployment, based on case studies and policy analysis conducted at the DOE’s Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Technologies Office.
Hydrogen Storage in Existing Natural Gas Storage Sites: A Geologic Perspective
Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Program Technical Forum – Washington, DC (August 2023)
Shared research conducted at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory on assessing geologic suitability for hydrogen storage, emphasizing the importance of reservoir properties and site characterization frameworks.
Geophysical Techniques for Groundwater Monitoring in Valles Caldera, New Mexico
Field Geophysics Course Presentation – UTEP, El Paso, TX (2023)
Presented findings from field-based geophysical surveys in the Valles Caldera National Preserve using seismic, resistivity, and GPR methods to characterize subsurface hydrology.
Salinity Changes Along the Rio Grande: Possible Solutions for Agricultural Water Use
Senior Capstone Project Presentation – UTEP, El Paso, TX (2023)
Discussed collaborative research exploring salinity trends in the Rio Grande and their impact on agriculture, proposing infrastructure and water management strategies to address growing water quality concerns.
Population Genetics of Carex bigelowii in the Arctic
COURI Undergraduate Research Symposium – UTEP, El Paso, TX (2022)
Presented lab-based research examining the genetic variation in Arctic plant populations and their response to climate change, using DNA extraction, PCR, and population analysis techniques.