Kushal Chhetri Email & Phone Number

Centreville, Va

Rockville, Md

Led a project team to develop "Ask Athena," a retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) model that synthesizes insights from biomedical and clinical research publications.Utilized OCR methods and LLMs for embedding and analyzing research papers, focusing on data from PubMed, BioRxiv, and arXiv.Reduced hallucinations in generative models by constraining responses to retrieved documents, significantly improving accuracy.

Selected from over 3,000+ applicants to participate in the highly competitive Break Through Tech AI Program.Developed foundational skills in Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) through industry-relevant tools, earning a certification from Cornell University.Collaborated in teams to build AI-related projects, guided by industry advisors and applying ML models to real-world challenges.Strengthened leadership skills, learning how to responsibly apply AI for social impact and ethical considerations.Cultivated skills in Python, project management, and effective communication through peer collaboration and mentorship.

Blacksburg, Va

Conducted research on enhancing task management using an app integrated with screen tracking and digital resources for improved context.Designed user studies to evaluate productivity and impact, which demonstrated significant improvements in task planning and execution.

Empowered students by fostering time management and organizational skills, helping them become more independent in their academic pursuits.Guided students in developing critical thinking and problem-solving strategies, enhancing their approach to learning.Adapted to diverse learning styles by conducting both individual and group sessions.Assessed students' progress through quizzes and personalized feedback.Collaborated with students to create custom lesson plans for SAT prep.

Engaged with diverse communities through door-to-door outreach, building rapport and fostering active listening to understand constituent opinions.Demonstrated collaborative teamwork by planning events with volunteers, aiming to boost voter turnout in targeted districts.Managed voter data collection, ensuring attention to detail and accuracy in reporting daily activities to campaign managers.Communicated voting procedures clearly, simplifying complex information and improving public speaking and persuasion skills.

Provided exceptional customer service, responding to inquiries and resolving issues with professionalism and empathy.Maintained extensive product knowledge to assist customers in making informed purchases, demonstrating problem-solving and product expertise.Managed merchandise returns and exchanges, honing conflict resolution and interpersonal communication skills.Collaborated with colleagues on store promotions and sales initiatives, contributing to the team’s success and fostering teamwork.

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Computer Science, Junior

Ai Foundations Summer Program, Computer Science

Associate'S Degree, Computer Science