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2022
Loukia Agoudemos
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in researching biomaterials, cell, and tissue engineering-based regenerative medicines and therapies.
Career Interest:
I hope to one day earn my graduate degree and apply that degree towards helping others and advancing biomedical technology.
Natalia Alonzo
Undergraduate Institution:
Boston University
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Mateo Amprimo
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Michigan
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Interested in aerodynamic aircraft design and propulsion systems for aircraft.
Career Interest:
Would like to contribute to the design of engines and aerodynamic components of commercial aircraft focused on sustainability for the future.
Yan Aquino Gutierrez
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in AI/Machine Learning and how could we use it to predict the outcomes of certain events.
Career Interest:
Create software that adds value to people's lives.
Pablo Ariza
Undergraduate Institution:
Johns Hopkins University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
Interested in nano-biotechnology and applications in the pharmaceutical and exploration industries.
Career Interest:
Interested in leading design on pharmaceutical processes in biotechnology.
Azeez Ayantayo
Undergraduate Institution:
Wayne State University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interest includes aeronautics/robotics.
Career Interest:
My career interest is to work in the automotive industry by the time I graduate.
Maryam Azmandian
Undergraduate Institution:
UC Berkeley
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I have a broad range of research interests, including Human-Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, Robotics, Virtual Reality, and Signal Processing!
Career Interest:
I would love to work at the intersection of academia and the industry, as I hope to make advancements in the academic field and breakthroughs in tech!
Mohammad Badawy
Undergraduate Institution:
New Mexico State University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering and Microbiology
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Industrial usage of bacteria.
Career Interest:
Industrial Microbiologist
Andrew Bennett
Undergraduate Institution:
Virginia Tech
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My interests lie within the fields of Astrodynamics and Orbital mechanics/dynamics.
Career Interest:
My goal is to get my PHD and either continue research in academia or pursue research underneath a company.
Kaylin Borders
Undergraduate Institution:
San Diego State University
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the development of advanced space systems and new space exploration technology
Career Interest:
I hope to work as a researcher at an industry or national laboratory.
Hannah Cochran
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Louisville
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
July 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in medical and pharmaceutical development to increase international accessibility to healthcare.
Career Interest:
I'm interested in becoming an R&D biochemical engineer.
Calleb Diaz Acevedo
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Interested in sustainable development and renewable energy.
Career Interest:
Work in the development of new technologies to reduce the environmental impact of energy production.
Alice Dragnea
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am currently interested in quantum information processing.
Career Interest:
I would like to conduct research in the field of quantum computing-whether that be through academia or industry.
Abd Alrahman Elaksher
Undergraduate Institution:
New Mexico State University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Giulia Episcopo
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
I am currently an undergraduate researcher under the Dr. You-Yeon Won Lab at Purdue, and my research focuses on the development and morphology of biocompatible polymers to be used as drug delivery systems.
Career Interest:
My overarching career goal is to view engineering through a diversified lens to ensure that I can help engineer the most efficient and effective products for a wide range of consumers and their needs in the consumer products, pharmaceutical, and/or oil & gas industries.
Hannah Farley
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Portland
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in applying for a PhD in Biomedical Engineering with a focus on fluidics and thermodynamics in application to drug delivery and disease therapy
Career Interest:
Once completing my PhD, I hope to work as a postdoc or lab researcher, then become a professor so I can mentor younger generations of engineers.
Brian Garcia Hernandez
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Rochester
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in sustainability and renewable energy; I want to pursue research in minimizing CO2 emissions by converting CO2 into a valuable commodity or by determining methods to avoid combustion of fossil fuels to get the energy we need.
Career Interest:
My career goal is to pursue a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, Afterwards, if I'm certain I will work in the chemical engineering industry, preferably in the field of renewable energy.
Gabriela Gonzalez
Undergraduate Institution:
Columbia University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in researching the intersection between reliable space communications and encryption.
Career Interest:
I am interested in someday starting my own communications company and becoming a professor.
David González Narváez
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico at Cayay
Undergraduate Major:
Chemistry
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Computational study of the spin structures and cation intermixing in the perovskite heterostructure LaCoO3/SrFeO3 / Achieve a PhD degree in order to become a professor.
Career Interest:
I plan to complete a doctoral degree in chemical engineering in order to become a professor or a professional in the industry.
Eyobel Haile
Undergraduate Institution:
Virginia Tech
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interest revolves around the technology of additive manufacturing and the endless possibilities that it creates.
Career Interest:
My career interest is in scientific research of additive manufacturing and other technologies alike.
Noor Halabi
Undergraduate Institution:
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Undergraduate Major:
Chemistry
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests center around transport phenomena in biological systems.
Career Interest:
I aspire to become a professor in Chemical Engineering and help give rise to new generations of engineers.
Mishelle Hernandez
Undergraduate Institution:
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I would like to pursue a master's in electrical engineering.
Career Interest:
I would like one day to participate and help to the development of renewable energy.
Dela Houssou
Undergraduate Institution:
Iowa State University
Undergraduate Major:
Civil Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in in computational. mechanics and scientific computing, natural hazards engineering, risk and resilient infrastructure.
Career Interest:
My goal is to earn my PhD and while doing work on building my own start-up.
Mona Jawad
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
Undergraduate Major:
Bioengineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the intersection of accessible technology and education, especially as it relates to the deaf community.
Career Interest:
My goal is to enter academia to both conduct research and teach.
Kenneth Jones
Undergraduate Institution:
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Undergraduate Major:
Bioengineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I aspire to attend graduate school and pursue a PhD in neuroscience.
Career Interest:
I am not completely sure about my career interest, but I do know that later in my career that I may consider becoming a professor.
Jocelyn Kenley
Undergraduate Institution:
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I plan to go to graduate school for my Ph.D. and study nanotechnology with a concentration on cancer.
Career Interest:
I wish to be a researcher in nanotechnology and doing research around the world.
Amena Khatun
Undergraduate Institution:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Major:
Materials Science and Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I’m interested in learning more about sustainable materials research and fabrication.
Career Interest:
I want to work on R&D in industry.
Andrew Kiama
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Civil Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I have a strong interest in structural engineering, and hope to pursue possibly a master's in Civil Engineering, as well as an MBA or a Master's of Engineering Management.
Career Interest:
I'd like to go into the civil engineering field, with my technical role slowly shifting towards more of a managerial role.
Rosa Marina Laureano
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Industrial Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My academic interest is in Logistics and Distribution.
Career Interest:
My career interest is in Supply Chain and Optimization.
Edith Llontop
Undergraduate Institution:
University of California, Berkeley
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in advancing the tools for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics.
Career Interest:
I have found an interest in autonomous navigation systems and hope to be a part of that industry.
Tracey Lott
Undergraduate Institution:
Arizona State University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Science
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My primary research interests are virtual and augmented reality.
Career Interest:
In my career, I wish to continue to conduct research and become a science educator for the public.
Matthew Lucia
Undergraduate Institution:
Columbia University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in using chemical engineering and polymer physics principles to study properties of synthetic biomolecular systems.
Career Interest:
I want to get a Ph.D. in an engineering field so I can conduct my own research on novel bio-derived synthetic materials.
Ainara Machargo del Rio
Undergraduate Institution:
Iowa State University
Undergraduate Major:
Software Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm still learning about my interests but right now I am interested in Syatem and Software Security and Embedded Systems.
Career Interest:
My ultimate goal would be to work somwhere where I could help improve Puerto Rico's power grid and wifi infrastructure.
Madaline Marland
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Virginia
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I conduct research into metal organic frameworks for pharmaceutical and drug delivery applications.
Career Interest:
I hope to become a professor and conduct research in an academic or institutional setting.
Marco Marrufo
Undergraduate Institution:
California State University, Long Beach
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests involve optoelectronics, imaging instrumentation, and communication systems utilized for space systems.
Career Interest:
Currently, I am a Pathways intern at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and I want to continue my career at NASA after obtaining my PhD to become a subject-matter expert within a field related to optics, communications, and instrumentation design for many of the space missions conducted at Goddard.
Wilbert Mays
Undergraduate Institution:
Oakwood University
Undergraduate Major:
Biochemistry
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My research/academic interests are focused primarily on explosive/energetic materials chemistry and nanotechnology applications.
Career Interest:
Once I obtain my PhD, I plan to conduct explosive/energetic materials chemistry research with nanotechnology applications for government weaponization, and eventually start my own research company.
Malcolm McClymont
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Computer hardware design
Career Interest:
Computer hardware research and development
Steph Meikle
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Florida
Undergraduate Major:
Materials Science and Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in developing hybrid artificial photosynthesis, photovoltaic, battery cell, and energy storage materials to combat the effects of climate change.
Career Interest:
I aspire to become a nanotechnology or renewable energy materials post-doctoral researcher at a research institution and eventually specialize in professorship.
Marlene Mendez Mendez
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering, focusing on the manufacturing, processing, and characterization of polymers for medical devices.
Career Interest:
My career interests are doing research in the medical devices field and been to help others through the power of the knowledge acquired from those studies.
Malik Merchant
Undergraduate Institution:
Texas A&M University - College Station
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Researching new ways to use green energy to help the environment. Love learning new concepts and physics.
Career Interest:
Plan on working either in the energy field or semiconductor area of chemical engineering.
Miguel Montalvo
Undergraduate Institution:
University of California, Berkeley
Undergraduate Major:
Engineering Physics
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in both aerospace engineering and astrophysics, and I have completed some research in computational astrophysics.
Career Interest:
I plan to get a PhD in either Astrophysics or Aerospace Engineering and then work for NASA.
Kwame Ntim
Undergraduate Institution:
Rice University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in researching battery modules, next-generation fuel cell system and hydrogen storage technologies, recycling battery solutions, and learning more about electrochemical cells.
Career Interest:
I plan to apply cell technologies to the emerging fields of renewable energy production and electric vehicles, and use my research findings to expand the EV industry.
Lauren Oleksy
Undergraduate Institution:
Clarkson University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests include catalysis, material synthesis, carbon capture and utilization, renewable energy, and organic chemistry.
Career Interest:
I plan on pursuing my PhD and working at a prestigious institution where I can conduct research to address the effects climate change and teach classes.
Roberto Ortega
Undergraduate Institution:
Colorado State University
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in designing readily available prosthesis and developing new and novel biomaterials for the improvement of biomechanics.
Career Interest:
I hope to pursue a career in the biomedical engineering industry, improving access to healthcare for underserved communities.
Demetri Petrou
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Rhode Island
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am a biomedical engineering and computer science major looking to integrate cutting-edge medical devices and the needed software through my skills as a researcher and student.
Career Interest:
In the future, I hope to continue my development as a researcher in graduate school and lead the development of new technologies in my field in industry.
Sritharini Radhakrishnan
Undergraduate Institution:
Arizona State University
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in optimizing the energy efficiency of power electronics.
Career Interest:
I hope to work at the intersection of sustainability and technology.
Anushka Rathi
Undergraduate Institution:
Boston University
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the design of wearable devices and also have interest in soft robotics.
Career Interest:
I aspire to have a career in academia as a professor and work in my own research lab.
Gabriela Renta Lopez
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Industrial Engineering
Levi Reyes Premer
Undergraduate Institution:
University of New Mexico
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am researching a Photovoltaic-Hybrid System in an evacuated tube and want to continue research in the solar area.
Career Interest:
I want to push the boundaries of solar and research how solar thermal technologies can be integrated and provide a more resilient future.
Desiré Rivera Borges
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I wish to pursue a PhD in biomedical engineering to develop accessible, low cost treatments for patients.
Career Interest:
After obtaining a PhD, I want to pursue a career in an interdisciplinary research and development environment, where I can apply concepts of engineering, medicine, and economics to solving real-world health problems in an efficient way.
Melanie Rodríguez
Undergraduate Institution:
Stanford University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Interested in sustainability, energy, and catalysis research and in the development of therapeutics.
Career Interest:
Interested in going to graduate school and continue to pursue research in an academia setting or at a national laboratory.
Luis Romaguera Rios
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My current research interest includes material science and its potential applications on sustainable engineering.
Career Interest:
I am currently looking to continue graduate studies after finishing my bachelor's degree and afterwards go into the industry with a better academic background.
J. Sampayan
Undergraduate Institution:
San Diego State University
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I desire to research anything that combines Aerospace Engineering and Computer Science.
Career Interest:
My career interests involve being an engineering scientist for any academic institution.
Maria Santaliz
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Industrial Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Carlos Santini-Guerrero
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests include aerospace propulsion systems and aerodynamics
Career Interest:
I hope to one day gain experience as a researcher in the aerospace industry to become an astronaut
Karla Soto Cuevas
Undergraduate Institution:
Princeton University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in control theory for nonlinear dynamical systems.
Career Interest:
I want to go to graduate school and gain research experience in robotics before working in industry.
Guillermo Sotomayor-Reinat
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Research related to chemical engineering and materials engineering.
Career Interest:
Transition to industry after obtaining a graduate degree. Would consider becoming a professor in the future.
Brandton Tapia
Undergraduate Institution:
Virginia Tech
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Novel methods for carbon capture and utilization
Career Interest:
Research and development of renewable energy practices in the private sector
Michael Taylor
Undergraduate Institution:
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My interests in academia revolve around machining, internal combustion engines and vehicles or alternative energy around lightning.
Career Interest:
My career interest revolve around internal combustion engines, transmissions, machining and manufacturing, working in machine shops, energy from lightning
Christina Thaggard
Undergraduate Institution:
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Undergraduate Major:
Bioengineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I would like to continue my education in chemical engineering, chemistry, or pharmaceutical science and specialize my research in drug development or discovery
Career Interest:
My career interest is to do research or work in the biopharmaceutical industry to create or advance drug development, production etc.
Makena Thompson
Undergraduate Institution:
Trine University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I would like to further explore and refine my interest in mechanical engineering.
Ethaniel Tobar
Undergraduate Institution:
Oklahoma State University
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Improving environment mitigation strategies through unmanned areal systems.
Career Interest:
Developing urban air mobility that enables travel for all.
Allessandra Totaro Villar
Undergraduate Institution:
UC Berkeley
Undergraduate Major:
Nuclear Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the medical and safety applications of nuclear science.
Career Interest:
I hope to pursue a career with the government.
Jaylin Trice
Undergraduate Institution:
Louisiana State University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
Medical school is my main option.
Flor Trinidad
Undergraduate Institution:
Washington State University
Undergraduate Major:
Bioengineering
Expected Graduation:
April 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in Alzheimer and dementia and bringing awareness.
Career Interest:
I'm interested in biotechnology and teaching others.
Carla Troche-Vargas
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Industrial Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
How the human capabilities are applied to the design of equipment, tools, systems and processes.
Career Interest:
Would like to support the development of space flight by verifying that designs and operations meet the requirements.
Atre Turner
Undergraduate Institution:
Virginia Tech
Undergraduate Major:
Industrial/Systems Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I want to learn more about education and learning.
Career Interest:
I want to be a professor one day.
Paola Urbina Ramos
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests consists of materials science, sustainable chemistry, green synthesis and catalysis.
Career Interest:
I want to pursue a Ph.D in materials engineering and eventually be a professor with my own research laboratory.
Emily Wallace
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Michigan
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the engineering of biological systems and networks with the intent of identifying and developing novel therapeutic strategies.
Career Interest:
I plan to pursue a Ph.D. in bioengineering before entering the pharmaceutical or biotech industry to research and develop life-saving drugs and therapies.
Kaitlyn Watson
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Maryland
Undergraduate Major:
Bioengineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in biotechnology research, specifically focusing on drug delivery and disease at the cellular level.
Career Interest:
I am interested in pursuing a career as a researcher in the biotechnology industry and later using my experience to teach.
Monique Watson
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in improving medical machinery and making medical support more accessible.
Career Interest:
I am interested in working in research so that I can improve medicine.
Conrad Wyrick
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Florida
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in robotics, machine learning and biomechanics.
Career Interest:
My career interest are uncertain at the moment, but I know they involve graduate school.
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Patrick Aghadiuno
Undergraduate Institution:
Rice University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
5/2022
Research / Academic Interest:
I want to research renewable energy production through the use of electro catalysis.
Career Interest:
I want to become the founder of an energy company that utilizes clean energy production technology.
Izoduwa Aimiuwu
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in generating new paths for sustainable development and food production within the realm of chemical engineering.
Career Interest:
I would like to have a role in global development with a focus in sustainability for future generations.
Jose Amador
Undergraduate Institution:
Northwestern University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in automation, robotics, and control systems
Career Interest:
I want to eventually apply my skills in diverse areas that benefit humanity such as space exploration and medical robotics
Diana Aponte Claudio
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests include the implementation of engineering materials in aerospace applications.
Career Interest:
Hopefully one day I will become a professor and researcher at my home institution.
Ryan Aponte
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Florida
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Science
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm most interested in reinforcement learning.
Chloe Arana
Undergraduate Institution:
Michigan State University
Undergraduate Major:
Materials Science and Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm completing an additional concentration in polymer engineering, and my main interest is processing and recycling of thermoset plastics.
Career Interest:
My long term goal is to complete a PhD in chemical engineering, and to work as a process design engineer, specifically in the petrochemical industry.
Carolina Arroyo
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Industrial Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the optimization of healthcare services.
Jefferson Bahe
Undergraduate Institution:
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering - Astro Track
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
I want to utilize my knowledge in Aerospace Engineering to expand on our known knowledge of space exploration.
Career Interest:
I strive to contribute to space exploration by working with organizations that are currently leading the effort in space exploration and associated sciences.
Preston Brazzle
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Pittsburgh
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
Signal processing applications in embedded systems and software development
Career Interest:
Higher education through undergraduate teaching and mentorship
Fernando Davis
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Software Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
Machine Learning and Optimization with focus on Computational Tomography and related Signals and Image Processing areas.
Career Interest:
Professor and Researcher in the area of Signals and Image Processing with focus in Biomedical Research.
Husman Elgaali
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Civil Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
Researching viable and environmental friendly substitutes for cement in concrete mixtures
Career Interest:
I would like to pursue a career in academia, eventually becoming a professor and/or managing my own lab.
Katrina Fierro
Undergraduate Institution:
The University of Texas at Austin
Undergraduate Major:
Architectural Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Sustainability in the built environment
Career Interest:
Structural engineering with environmentally-conscious design
J Flores Govea
Undergraduate Institution:
Clemson University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
I want to get my PhD in Aeronautics & Astronautics specializing in space propulsion.
Career Interest:
I want to go into industry and eventually lead research groups focused on space propulsion.
Ronaldo Franjul
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras
Undergraduate Major:
Chemistry
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
My research involves using nano zero-valent iron (nZVI) particles to remove contaminants in wastewater bodies and soils, such as heavy metals and uranium salts.
Career Interest:
I am a chemistry undergraduate student interested in studying materials and their applicability in everyday problems: the biodegradability of plastics and the use of electrochromic materials to modulate the light in-vehicle mirrors, among others.
Rwaka (Bruce) Furaha
Undergraduate Institution:
Virginia Tech
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm currently interested in research topics including regenerative medicine, nanotechnology, and Polymer materials.
Career Interest:
I'm aspiring to work in industry to better healthcare with the use of science
Larden Garland
Undergraduate Institution:
North Carolina State University
Undergraduate Major:
Paper Science and Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I hope to research various materials to find new applications of biodegradable, recyclable, and sustainable materials.
Career Interest:
I hope to have a career working as a sustainable packaging engineer.
Clarreese Greene
Undergraduate Institution:
Northern Arizona University
Undergraduate Major:
Civil Engineering, French
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the field of Civil Engineering, Humanitarian Engineering, and engineering research.
Career Interest:
With my skills in technical writing, information management, and plethora of language and engineering skills, I aspire towards a career in International Development and Sustainability.
Iyana Grogan
Undergraduate Institution:
The City College of New York
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in process scale up and optimization research.
Career Interest:
I hope to pursue a career as a research scientist in the pharmaceutical or consumer products industry.
Lizeth Hernandez
Undergraduate Institution:
The University of Texas at Austin
Undergraduate Major:
Architectural Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in improving occupant's comfort by using software to develop sustainable building renovation solutions.
Career Interest:
I look forward to participate in a master's degree program relating to sustainable construction.
Courtney Hodgson
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Texas at Austin
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the culmination of fluids and orbital mechanics.
Career Interest:
My goal is to work as a researcher at NASA and eventually become a professor.
Cruz Ibarra Jr.
Undergraduate Institution:
Valparaiso University
Undergraduate Major:
Environmental Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Develop sustainable biological methods in wastewater treatment with a focus on microplastics removal.
Career Interest:
A career path in laboratory research or E.P.A. environmental engineering.
César Lasalde-Ramírez
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests are in the fields of nanotechnology and renewable energy.
Career Interest:
My career goal is to earn a Ph.D. and use it to make an impact in my field of study and my home, Puerto Rico.
Ryne Montoya
Undergraduate Institution:
Northwestern University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests involve the intersection of chemical engineering and materials science to create novel molecular technologies.
Career Interest:
I am interested in becoming a career researcher in academia or industry where I can lead new research efforts.
Julia Park
Undergraduate Institution:
Stanford University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
As of now, I'm interested in machine-learning techniques for temporal data, explainability, or natural language processing, but I'm broadly interested in researching any ML technique motivated by real-world applications.
Career Interest:
I'm open to academia, industry, or any other path that would allow me to do research!
Maria Peregrina
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Albany
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interest in the electrical and machine learning aspect of my major.
Career Interest:
I am still trying to figure out my career interest, and I am hoping I can with the help of this program.
Marcos Pesante Colón
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Incorporating elements of modern control systems to design, implement, and test control laws.
Career Interest:
Modern controls engineering focused on characterizing dynamic systems (specially robots) to design and implement robust and flexible control laws.
Mikayla Roach
Undergraduate Institution:
Penn State
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in pursuing my PhD in biomedical engineering.
Career Interest:
I am interested in becoming a professor.
Zachary Sadaghiani
Undergraduate Institution:
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Interested in space vehicle dynamics and controls.
Career Interest:
Either working as GNC engineer at a major Aerospace company or a professor of engineering.
Yan Saltar
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
After finishing undergraduate studies I would like to purse a Ph.D. in Chemical engineering
Career Interest:
After the Ph.D. I have not yet determined if I would like to go into an academic career or pursue industry.
Maria Santaliz
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Industrial Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Alex Santiago Vargas
Undergraduate Institution:
Universidad Ana G. Mendez
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
I’m interested in distributed energy, smart grids and phased array antennas.
Career Interest:
I’m looking forward to work in research and development at the industry or academia.
Fernando Sarmiento
Undergraduate Institution:
Arizona State University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
Mechanical design
Career Interest:
Mechanical design in consumer electronics
Jehan Shalabi
Undergraduate Institution:
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
Design novel electronic and integrated circuit systems and efficient drone technology for various applications.
Career Interest:
Work on space electronics as an astronaut researcher.
Daria Shkel
Undergraduate Institution:
University of California, Irvine
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests are in microfabrication/MEMS technology with a biomedical application.
Career Interest:
After graduate school, I see myself one day playing a leadership role in the research community, whether as a professor in academia or as a program manager/engineer at a government R&D lab.
James Swindell
Undergraduate Institution:
Mississippi State University
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests include orbital mechanics and astrodynamics
Career Interest:
My primary career interest is to work on the development of technology for space exploration.
Chloé Thiveaud
Undergraduate Institution:
Georgia Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2022
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests include immunoengineering and the development of technologies to enhance early detection of diseases.
Career Interest:
I hope to pursue a career in research and development in the biomedical industry.
Maureen Thomas
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Michigan
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
April 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am very interested in robotics and the medical devices
Career Interest:
Within my career, I am still looking for a path