I’m Spencer, an AI researcher and data scientist. I study how autonomous agents remember, coordinate, and carry out work over long time horizons.
At General Intelligence Company of New York, I lead applied research on agent memory, observability, and evaluation. Previously, I worked on autonomous evaluation methods at Capital One and deep learning for automated K–12 math grading at Renota.
During my PhD at Northwestern University, I used document artificial intelligence to study the history of the Human Genome Project. I also hold a BS in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Cornell University.
Away from research, I play guitar. A selection of my recordings is available in Music.
The chromosomes
- Chromosome 1
- Among its many genes is LMNA, which makes proteins that support the envelope around a cell’s nucleus. LMNA · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 2
- One of its genes, LCT, makes lactase: the enzyme that breaks down milk sugar in the small intestine. LCT · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 3
- Among its genes is VHL, whose protein helps regulate the signals cells use to respond to changing oxygen levels. VHL · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 4
- It carries FGFR3, one of many genes involved in growth and development. Its receptor helps regulate how cartilage becomes bone. FGFR3 · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 5
- One of its genes, TERT, makes part of telomerase, the enzyme that maintains protective DNA caps at chromosome ends. TERT · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 6
- It carries HLA genes, including HLA-DQA1. Their proteins help the immune system recognize protein fragments from sources such as viruses and bacteria. HLA-DQA1 · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 7
- Among its genes is CFTR, which makes a channel that moves chloride across cell membranes and helps control water movement in tissues. CFTR · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 8
- One example is LPL, which makes an enzyme that breaks down fats carried in the blood so they can be used or stored. LPL · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 9
- Among its genes is ABO. Versions of this gene determine the A and B markers used to classify ABO blood groups. ABO · NCBI (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 10
- It carries RET, whose receptor passes signals into cells. These signals help guide the development of several kinds of nerves and the kidneys. RET · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 11
- One of its genes, HBB, makes beta-globin, part of the hemoglobin that carries oxygen in red blood cells. HBB · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 12
- Among its genes is AVPR1A, which makes a receptor for vasopressin. This receptor relays signals involved in processes including cell contraction. AVPR1A · NCBI (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 13
- One example is BRCA2, whose protein works with other proteins to repair breaks in DNA and maintain genetic information. BRCA2 · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 14
- It carries SERPINA1, which makes alpha-1 antitrypsin. This protein helps protect lung tissue by keeping certain enzymes released by immune cells in check. SERPINA1 · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 15
- Among its genes is FBN1, which makes fibrillin-1. This protein helps build the scaffold for elastic fibers in skin, ligaments, and blood vessels. FBN1 · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 16
- It carries HBA1 and HBA2, which make alpha-globin. Along with other globin proteins, alpha-globin forms the hemoglobin that transports oxygen in blood. HBA1 · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 17
- One of its genes, TP53, makes a protein that coordinates responses to damaged DNA, including repair and stopping damaged cells from dividing. TP53 · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 18
- Among its genes is SMAD4, whose protein helps carry signals from the cell surface to the nucleus, regulating gene activity and cell growth. SMAD4 · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 19
- It carries LDLR, which makes a receptor that brings cholesterol-carrying LDL particles from the bloodstream into cells. LDLR · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 20
- One example is GNAS, which makes part of a signaling protein. It helps relay signals involved in hormone regulation and bone development. GNAS · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 21
- Among its genes is SOD1, which makes an enzyme that breaks down reactive oxygen molecules produced during normal cell activity. SOD1 · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome 22
- One of its genes, COMT, makes an enzyme that helps break down chemical messengers such as dopamine and norepinephrine. COMT · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome X
- The X chromosome carries genes with many roles throughout the body. One is DMD, whose protein helps protect muscle fibers as they contract and relax. DMD · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab)
- Chromosome Y
- Among its genes is SRY, which activates a pathway that usually initiates testis development in an embryo. Sexual development also involves many other genes. SRY · MedlinePlus (opens in a new tab) Sex chromosomes · NHGRI (opens in a new tab)