• Conducted radiation transport and dose analysis for space-based electronics shielding.• Designed shielding solutions for space radiation and radioisotope power sources.

Led the first of its kind evolution experiment to understand Martian radiation on the viability of food sourcesPerformed neutron activation simulations with MCNP and SCALE/ORIGEN to evaluate radiation hazards in soil during operations of a 3MWth microreactor for applications in powering critical infrastructure during military missions or during disaster reliefPerformed MCNP simulations to calculate light yield and various other detection parameters for novel, robust scintillators Principle Investigator leading programs totaling over 200k in funding to develop novel radiation sensing algorithms and materialsLed a project to apply Bayesian inference for real-time, predictive radiation hazard mappingLed a project which utilizes the spontaneous fission neutrons of weapons grade Plutonium to develop an algorithm to identify the explosive material in a warhead and to predict the weapon yieldDeveloped algorithms to identify paths of travel through radiation plumes which yield the lowest dose and transit times Created manufacturing requirements and performed technical analysis for 3D-printable scintillators for ruggedized radiation sensingPerformed laboratory measurements to characterize novel metal-doped scintillators for gamma ray and neutron detection. Developed algorithms to evaluate mitigation systems for counter UAV/UAS technologies (Radar, RF, EO/IR, Acoustic)

• Developed class lessons and assignments for new Georgia Tech students, focusing on team collaboration and integration into campus research labs.

• Collaborated with multiple government agencies and sponsors to enhance national nuclear security through testing, analysis, and modeling of radiation detectors.• Authored technical publications on detector technology and modeling techniques for internal and external audiences.• Led field tests and calibrations for radiation portal monitors at various sites in the US to ensure accurate detection.

• Conducted energy generation simulations in deregulated markets using linear optimization methods with AMPL/CPLEX and MATLAB.• Developed unit commitment computational model for utility fleets, evaluating nuclear power plant operational flexibility.• Explored linear optimization modeling in a Monte Carlo application for minimizing daily operating costs.

• Developed a MATLAB tool to model energy loss to plasma ions and electrons during neutral beam injection heating for tokamak plasmas.

• Conducted research on radio-resistance of CHO cells by administering varying x-ray dosages.• Analyzed cell cultures to determine the effects of radiation exposure for applications in tumor treatments.

• Supervised laboratory classes for Physics students, teaching Electricity/Magnetism and VPython code.

• Implemented a solar powered pump system in Oloo, Uganda to provide clean water to 1100 residents.• Conducted heat and chemical degradation analysis in water storage tanks for optimal performance.• Collaborated with EWB-USA to ensure project adherence to regulations and successful completion.

• Created and edited 2-D CAD/CAM files for vinyl plastics in swimming pool applications• Nested materials to reduce waste and production costs by $750,000 annually• Maintained 90% efficiency in material utilization at Latham Plastics in Scotia, NY

• Collaborated in a team to develop solutions for challenging problems, focusing on reducing Tuberculosis transmission rates in South Africa.• Secured $10,000 in funding from the Georgia Tech Grand Challenges Program to support the project.

• Founded EcoNuts with a mission to combat malnutrition in developing countries through collaborations with Edesia Inc and East Tennessee State University.

• Prepared youth team (ages 6 to 16) for a match against the youth cricket team of Queens, NY• Communicated effectively with President and affiliates of Schenectady Softball Cricket Association• Utilized leadership skills to keep players focused, offer advice, and make team decisions