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California, United States

• Drove the development of an unsupervised machine learning model to analyze student data, identifying predictive factors influencing student success through clustering methods.
• Executed feature engineering, dimensionality reduction, and PCA, utilizing tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit-learn to optimize model performance.
• Collaborated with the team to deliver actionable insights to Level data officials, enabling the creation of more equitable and inclusive educational strategies.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

• Built and trained 10+ machine learning models, including neural networks and NLP, for tasks like clustering, regression, and sentiment analysis.
• Achieved 97% accuracy in deep learning models using TensorFlow and scikit-learn, excelling in data prep and evaluation with NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib.
• Selected from 3,000+ applicants for the Break Through Tech AI Fellowship, completing a year-long program with Cornell faculty and hands-on data science projects.

San Diego, California, United States

• Conducted 10 single-cell electrophysiology recording sessions to investigate object vectors and spatial cognition in rats, leading to insights into neural circuitry.
• Trained 2 rats for advanced electrophysiological recordings, significantly enhancing experimental efficiency.
• Analyzed neural and behavioral data via Cineplex Editor, improving research precision.
• Maintained the health and accuracy of animal colonies by managing weekly care protocols and record-keeping.
• Fabricated tetrodes and assisted in constructing drive implants, streamlining experimental procedures

San Diego, California, United States

- Led 9 weekly discussions for COGS 107C, covering topics such as homeostasis, stress, neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s), and the effects of addictive drugs on the brain.- Assisted students with content material and provided insights into neural mechanisms underlying cognition and psychiatric disorders.

• Improved public speaking skills by practicing voice modulation and improvisation biweekly, enhancing speech delivery and audience engagement.
• Won 3rd place at the Griffin Tournament 2023 for impromptu speaking, utilizing creative improvisation to captivate judges.
• Secured 3rd place at NOF 4 in 2022 for informative speaking, focusing on delivering complex topics in an engaging and accessible manner.

San Diego, California, United States

• Led small group learning sessions for underserved 6th-grade students, improving their math skills in fractions, decimals, percentages, and basic algebra.
• Developed an inclusive and supportive learning environment, resulting in a 30% improvement test scores in PEMDAS and foundational algebra concepts.
• Collaborated with veteran educators to refine instructional strategies, boosting student engagement and participation by 25%

• Conducted over 10 titrations using pH electrodes, centrifugation, and gravimetric analysis, improving lab efficiency by 15%.
• Analyzed and compiled experimental data using Excel, producing comprehensive lab reports for each project.

• Performed DNA extraction and gel electrophoresis experiments, collecting high-quality data which is compiled into a lab report.
• Dissected various organisms (frogs, earthworms, crayfish) with precision, enhancing practical lab skills.

Bachelor'S Degree, Cognitive And Behavioral Neuroscience & Public Health, 4Th Year

Activities and Societies: UCSD Speech and Debate, Well Being Peer Educators, StRIVE, Cognitive science student association

Biology, General

Education record

Activities and Societies: American Red Cross Club, Science Olympiad, Masterminds (psychology)

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Activities and Societies: Freshman volleyball team