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Fort Lauderdale, Fl, Us

Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area

- Lead the U.S. DOT grant research project "Mobility-on-Demand for Smart, Sustainable Cities" by directing data collection, processing, analysis, report writing, and journal article publications to advance urban mobility solutions.- Conduct spatial and temporal analysis of shared e-scooter and e-bike trips for VEO and GOTCHA in Birmingham, AL, and develop machine learning models to improve micromobility operations and efficiency.- Build predictive models for the U.S. DOT grant project on older driver experiences with autonomous vehicle technology, contributing to journal articles and research reports that provide valuable insights and data-driven recommendations.- Conduct agent-based modelling of car-pooling services using MATSim to assist the Birmingham MPO in managing traffic congestion and optimizing transportation systems.- Manage geospatial databases related to traffic congestion in Birmingham, AL, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information for analysis and decision-making.- Present findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences, effectively communicating complex data insights in an understandable manner.- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on research projects and publications, integrating diverse perspectives and expertise to enhance project outcomes.- Mentor graduate students and supervise research activities, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.

– Conducted geospatial data preprocessing, cleaning, and transformation, and utilized GIS tools and techniques to perform spatial analysis and visualization for mic-mobility trips analysis in Washington D.C., and assisted in writing journal articles.– Conducted the geospatial analysis of micro transit projects for the City of Gainesville, FL, and delivered actionable insights.- Conducted a survey for the evaluation of the Micro Transit project, performed data analysis for the Mobility service, and helped the city of Gainesville improve micro-transit service, especially for transportation-disadvantaged populations.

Gainesville, Florida Area

- Customer service: I provided exceptional customer service to Graduate Family Housing residents, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly and ensuring a positive living experience.- Research: I conducted both qualitative and quantitative research as part of the housing benchmark study involving data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform housing policies and programs.- Training: I took on the responsibility of training new student assistant staff, sharing skills and knowledge to ensure they could effectively fulfill their roles within the organization.

Gainesville, Florida, United States

- Management of RTS ridership database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information for planning and operational purposes.- Conducting public transportation ridership analysis to identify trends and patterns, contributing valuable insights for optimizing bus routes and schedules.-Performed Bus route planning, improving the local public transit schedule and enhancing the level of service provided to commuters.These experiences equipped me with a solid foundation in transit planning and analysis, as well as a deep understanding of the importance of data-driven decision-making in optimizing public transportation system

Gainesville, Florida Area

- Development of web applications: I contributed to the development of a web application for the Florida Agricultural Soil and Irrigation Map using ArcGIS Online (launched in May 2016), providing stakeholders with interactive access to critical agricultural data for improved decision-making.- Supervision of undergraduate students: I provided guidance and supervision to a team of two undergraduate students, overseeing their work in webpage design and programming, ensuring the successful completion of projects while fostering the professional growth of the students.

Gainesville, Florida Area

– Managed the University of Florida campus planning GIS database, including property survey, easement, conveyance, and building information system– Conducted data collection and field survey for pedestrian, bicycle, and automobile transportation planning on the University of Florida campus– Assisted in writing University of Florida Campus Master Plan 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014– Developed the building and property documentation for the University of Florida St. Augustine Historical Preservation– Developed LEED registration documentation of over 20 buildings on the University of Florida campus, and assisted in applying for LEED Certified buildings – Presented analysis results at the department meetings

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Transit Planning, Sustainable Neighborhood Development

Master’S Degree, Pedestrian, Walkability, And Urban Design

Bachelor’S Degree, Urban And Regional Planning