I’m a: chemical engineer turned businesswoman

My research: I have spent 15 years developing new excipients - excipients are everything that goes into your medication besides the active pharmaceutical ingredient, like coatings, fillers, and release-modifying polymers.

What do you typically eat for breakfast? toast with avocado and eggs

What is your favorite type of cuisine to cook? Empanadas - the Chilean way, with ground beef, eggs, and olives. Reminds me of my family and rushes me with amazing memories.

What is your favorite snack or candy? I love chocolate, and I love it even more if it contains nuts.

What is your favorite spice? Cilantro - it's fresh and summery.

What is one food you absolutely dislike? Anise - it's terrible in every way I've tried.

My 4 dream scientist dinner companions:

My best friends are scientists and they're spread across the country - and because I strongly believe you don't have to be famous to make an enormous impact in scientific fields, I pick my closest buddies (nerd friends make the best friends).

Paula’s Family

Paula’s Recipe