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Individualized Tutoring

One-on-one tutoring that builds durable understanding, stronger study habits, and confidence, tailored to each student’s goals.

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My Experience

I earned my PhD in Neuroscience from MIT, where I conducted research in a Nobel Prize–winning laboratory and completed formal training in college-level teaching. I have taught neuroscience and psychology at MIT, Harvard College, Northeastern University, and UMass Boston, and have worked with motivated middle and high school students through the MIT Educational Studies Program and the Museum of Science Youth Internship Program.

My research spans astrobiology, neurobiology, and cognitive science at institutions including MIT, Harvard Medical School, UCLA, and NASA, and my writing and public engagement have appeared in outlets including WIRED Magazine and MIT Technology Review.

My Approach

My tutoring is grounded in careful assessment, clear explanation, and deliberate pacing. I identify where understanding breaks down, then rebuild concepts step by step in a way that matches how the student thinks and learns. Drawing on my research in how the brain learns and remembers, I integrate practical strategies such as retrieval practice, spacing, and targeted review so students retain material and can apply it under exam conditions. The goal is durable understanding that supports confidence, independence, and long-term academic growth.

What to Expect

Sessions are one-on-one and structured around your current class materials, upcoming assessments, and longer-term goals. You can bring assignments, practice problems, lab reports, or lecture slides; we will build a plan that combines concept clarity with deliberate practice.

What I can Help With

Subjects

Mathematics

  • Pre-algebra

  • Algebra I and II

  • Introductory statistics

Science

  • Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Physics

  • Psychology

Advanced Topics

  • Neuroscience

  • Artificial intelligence (AI)

College Preparation

  • SAT and GRE preparation

  • College and graduate school applications

AI Tools and Skills for Learning

Language-Based AI Tools

  • ChatGPT

  • Gemini

Image-Based AI Tools

  • Flux.1

  • Stable Diffusion XL

Practical AI Skills

  • Image generation for projects and presentations

  • Python code generation for learning and problem-solving

Using AI Effectively and Responsibly

  • Using AI to clarify concepts and close understanding gaps without replacing independent thinking

  • Learning how to ask strong questions and evaluate AI-generated answers

  • Using AI to support study planning, organization, and review

  • Ethical and appropriate use of AI for writing, revision, and problem-solving

Students Supported

  • High school students, including honors and advanced coursework

  • College undergraduates

  • Select graduate-level support

Teaching Approach

  • Emphasis on understanding concepts rather than memorization

  • Step-by-step explanations that build confidence

  • Targeted strategies for test anxiety and high-pressure performance

  • Study methods tailored to the student and the course

Support for Non-STEM Majors

For students completing required math or science courses outside their major, instruction focuses on translating technical material into clear, accessible ideas. The goal is to reduce anxiety while improving comprehension, confidence, and academic performance.

Policies

Getting Started

Share your goals, course context, and timeline using the request form below. I review each inquiry personally and follow up to discuss fit, availability, and next steps. Tutoring is typically structured as ongoing, semester-length work with clear goals and regular review.

Request Tutoring Form

I primarily work with students seeking ongoing support over a semester or longer. Tutoring is designed for building understanding and skills over time rather than last-minute assignment and exam help.