- Engineered a scalable, gRPC-based federated learning system in Python, optimizing neural network weight distribution time by 15%, and enhancing efficient client-server communication through an object-oriented design.- Implemented a PyTorch-based neural network utilizing bispectral analysis within a custom federated learning framework for signal analysis tasks, investigating the benefits of invariant representation learning through bispectrum utilization.- Optimized a CNN architecture for 5G beamforming applications by integrating batch normalization and refining convolutional layers, resulting in a 5% increase in validation accuracy, reduced overfitting and convergence time.

- Team lead for “Whisp” project, a project tasked with developing a cloud enabled air quality sensing unit for use by a Oregon State University research team, conducting research on the effect of wildfire smoke on wine bitterness- Collaborated in the construction, development, and delivery of 5 "WeatherChimes" units, advanced I2C based agricultural edge computing devices, to a research lab customer for use in research- Utilized Github to develop C programs to interface with MQTT enabled edge computing devices logging to MongoDB

- Developed a PXIe controlled model reactor with a 3D individually addressable LED matrix and a non-captive linear actuated rod mechanism, resulting in enhanced simulation of reactor dynamics compared to the previous design.- Devised Labview/C++ code to map and manipulate real time 3D heat distributions received from reflective memory- Utilized a NVIDIA Jetson TX2 board with OpenCV to develop a C++ based computer stereo vision system for working on radioactive specimens.

- Managed and updated the lab project website, facilitating effective distribution of lab publications and enhancing outreach of our research in social robotics and artificial intelligence.- Contributed to the development of full duplex Websocket communication for robots operating on the Robot Operating System (ROS), strengthening the lab's research infrastructure and enabling real-time data exchange.- Engaged in cutting-edge research focused on social robotics, artificial intelligence, and robot human interaction, contributing valuable insights and innovative ideas to the lab's mission.

Conducted research on climate related issues. Worked with team to produced a game to help teach children climate science related topics. Improved skills working in collaborative environment