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San Francisco, CA, US

Netherlands

• Conducted statistical data analysis and applied Amazon’s DeepAR model for machine learning to predict tomato plant performance over the next 12 hours, identifying the most influential water quality parameters affecting.
• Developed, calibrated, and maintained hydraulic models to support KWR network TUBES, improving water management and forecast accuracy for hydraulic parameters
• Utilized computer vision and image processing to develop ML models that analyze microscope photographs of biofilms in transparent pipes, identifying key parameters describing biofilm variation under different flow.
• Assisting in the development of a digital twin of the TUBES network by supporting data acquisition, and developing ML models for predicting water quality and hydraulic parameters.
• Implementing transfer learning techniques to adapt ML models for full-scale distribution systems, addressingdifferences between simulated environments and actual network conditions.
• Participating in regular meetings with the supervisory team, reflecting on the potential transposition of developed models to real-life DWDS scenarios for Smart Water Futures, and gained experience in handling.

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

• Conducted H&H analyses by designing and implementing a comprehensive hydraulic model using EPANET and ArcGIS for water systems, focusing on water quality evaluations, pumping and storage assessments, and optimizing.
• Employed Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks, showcasing their enhancedability to incorporate temporal information and predict chlorine decay.
• Investigated the factors influencing chlorine decay in water distribution systems using advanced machine learning methodologiesand explainable AI (XAI) techniques.
• Demonstrated the impact of optimal sensor placement on predictive accuracy, advocating for a data-focused approach over asensor-dense strategy.
• Enhanced the interpretability and reliability of ML models, providing actionable insights for water management professionals.
• Designed a Bench Scale Pipe Loop System with different pipe materials to study the distinct change of water quality in distribution systems

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

• Organizing events and initiatives to encourage intellectual and social collaboration.
• Empowerment through networking opportunities, conferences, and workshops.
• Strong commitment to making a tangible difference in the student community.
• Mission to cultivate a sense of belonging and a dynamic, supportive university community.
• Pivotal role in shaping the graduate experience at our university.
• In-depth understanding of the needs and aspirations of the student body.

Canada

• Built fuel cell stacks using company hardware and manufactured cell membranes for performance testing. Stack building demands meticulous hands-on application to ensure a specific alignment of cell membranes to avoid.
• Conducted numerous data analysis reports using modified Excel data crunchers, demonstrating performance, input demand, and resistivity against the baseline model.
• Developed strategic troubleshooting procedures to resolve station and software malfunctions that often resulted in testing delays and would require attention to detail as fuel cell stations are programmed on.
• Collaborated in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment to execute a wide variety of fuel cell testing that induced overcoming equipment limitations and exploring unexpected results.
• Produced weekly PowerPoint presentations entailing test procedures and a complete analysis of test results which were then presented to the team and clients.

Canada

- Assigned to help freshmen students to adjust and familiarize with the University’s campus- Addressed questions/inquiries about campus life and University academics

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

• Assisted freshmen students in introductory math and science courses and delivered concepts and theories clearly and comprehensively.
• Strategically presented content that is specified towards the student's level and way of thinking

Master Of Applied Science, Civil/Enviromental Engineering - Water Quality Modelling

My Masters Research at UBC is part of a larger project to develop digital twins and data-driven water treatment and distribution models.

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Civil Engineering

The program commenced with two years of applied science, providing a solid grounding in civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering.