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Downs Research Lab.Participate and conduct undergraduate research in the department lab of Social and Decision Sciences and assist PHD students with their projects.

Oak Lab.Led a 3 months independent research project to evaluate the effectiveness of spaced practice in STEM education on Algebra 1 students, assessing its impact on student performance and pre-post gains. The other project I was assigned to was focused on AI-based support tools that tailor recommendations to parents to help their children with their homework. I assisted in data collection through children workshops, interviews, and recorded interactions with participants based on the user interface application tools.

Analyzed data and conducted research from previous national elections and campaigns to develop strategic insights that increased a mayoral candidate's chances of winning the election. Additional responsibilities were staffing events and candidates, making phone calls, performing administrative office tasks, organizing volunteers, and managing research projects.

Worked with a startup that is committed to access entrepreneurship through innovative AI solutions by connecting founders to resources. Fostered communication with partnered firms by updating firms on progress and establishing 10+ connections. Provided weekly status updates on initiatives to discuss strategies, and work collaboratively. Engaged in the development and guide its future growth. Took part in interactive experiences and helped to shape the product to ensure it will benefit hundreds of founders and entrepreneurs.

Provided consulting services to campus student organizations by conducting extensive research on the student demographics at CMU and other universities. Delivered recommendations on branding guidelines, marketing strategies, and content to increase visibility, engagement, and overall effectiveness to determine the most effective marketing strategies.

Determined product differentiation and strategy for 20 potential startups by examining start-up metrics, industry data, teams, and business models. Analyzed startups for potential investment opportunities by comparing their business models and market differentiation. Constructed market maps for various industries to better understand the startup ecosystem and industry trends. Utilized R to find summary values and trends, and Excel and SQL for data computation and analysis. Used data visualization techniques, such as charts, to present and correlate information. Learned valuable skills for evaluating startup potential, analyzing investment opportunities, and interpreting industry trends using tools like R, Excel, SQL, and data visualization.

Assisted a startup that is designing a online community and mentorship platform for foreign nationals living in or planning to move to the United States. Designed user-friendly content across 5 company social media platforms, shaping and executing a strategy to maximize the reach, impact, and engagement to reach new audiences. Collaborated in developing and executing Demystifyd’s comprehensive marketing roadmap. Fostered cross-functional communications and public relations initiatives between Demystifyd and its valued partners. Analyzed common trends and determine what performance metrics are effective in increasing amount of waitlist signups. Gained insights into the foundational stages of startup development.

Got the opportunity to observe and assist veterinarians as they performed surgery, treatments, x-rays, ultrasounds, vaccines, and other procedures on animals. Examined the animals' medical histories, escorted families to their assigned rooms, scheduled appointments, and fed the animals. Developed a comprehensive understanding of medical procedures and their corresponding protocols