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Norfolk, Virginia, United States

• Conducted experiments to explore the vulnerability and defense mechanisms of machine learning models.
• Analyzed problems, offered creative solutions, implemented changes, and utilized machine learning to the problem.
• Performed literature searches and prepared presentations and written articles for publication.
• Prepared and presented progress reports for routine meetings.Key Words or Relevant Project
• Backdoor Defense; Data Reconstruction; Federated Learning

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

• Created programming assignments and solutions to facilitate in-class learning.
• Assisted professor to assemble assessment materials at the end of the semester, and graded project milestones and final submissions.
• Assisted professor with class management tasks such as grading assignments and providing office hours for student aid.

Rockville, Maryland, United States

• Proactive meetings with the team manager and members, actively update progress towards the machine learning solution daily.
• Literature review on the machine learning topic, generate preliminary results, and assisted in the proposal for the project fundings.
• Completed statistical data analysis, performed intensive research on regression solutions, and collaborated with the Jefferson Lab team to deploy machine learning models on current project.

Charlottesville, Virginia Area

• Streamlined the data post-processing timespan from 3 days to 30 minutes by designing and developing a Python-based data analysis application for VT MEMS laboratory researchers.
• Published and presented research poster to Micron Technology and BAE Systems conferences in Manassas, VA.
• Collaborated with team to conduct research on microfluidic devices used for cancer cell analysis.

176 Water Country Pkwy, Williamsburg, VA 23185

• Accustomed to fast-paced workplace
• Experienced with food industry and customer interactions
• Utilized teamwork to produce quality products quickly and efficiently.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Computer Engineering

Computer Engineering Background with Computer Science Minor, currently pursuing a Ph.D., concentrated on machine learning security in.

Bachelor'S Degree, Computer Engineering