2023
GradTrack Scholars
Majazz Allah
Undergraduate Institution:
Kennesaw State University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My interests areas are aerospace and robotics.
Career Interest:
NASA Robotics / Aerospace Researcher
Mychal Amoafo
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Pittsburgh
Undergraduate Major:
Engineering Science
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
My academic interest center around the application of machine learning, adaptive filtering, and advanced control techniques to control (hybrid energy systems).
Career Interest:
I am interested in pursuing a doctoral degree to help me pursue a career in research and development.
Paloma Arellano
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in exploring and developing techniques for machine learning and its applications to computer hardware.
Career Interest:
I want to eventually have ML help solve real world problems.
Hanna Armstrong
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Delaware
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Interested in biomechanical and materials research.
Career Interest:
Interested in becoming a professor and creating a wearable technology start up company.
Juan Arriaga
Undergraduate Institution:
Texas A&M University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I have grown an interest in robotics and controls systems.
Career Interest:
Exploring the solar system and building the rovers that aid this pursuit is remarkable.
Raul Ayala
Undergraduate Institution:
Brown University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Studying the dynamics of animal flight to understand how they fly.
Career Interest:
Working in the aerospace sector designing novel, highly-efficient vehicles.
Garrett Miguel Berliner
Undergraduate Institution:
Oregon State University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Science
Expected Graduation:
Spring 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Utilizing machine learning to improve computer science equity, specifically within the realm of accessibility and engagement for CS Education.
Career Interest:
Purdue a PhD in Computer Science to research and develop innovative ways to increase and improve fairness within the field.
Amanda Cai
Undergraduate Institution:
Princeton University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical and Biological Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in materials science research for the development of new medical technology.
Career Interest:
I plan to pursue a PhD before becoming a researcher either in an academic or industrial setting.
Andrea Camacho-Betancourt
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Florida
Undergraduate Major:
Industrial and Systems Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in STEM Education research, specifically experiential learning, though open to other fields of STEM Education.
Career Interest:
I plan to pursue a PhD before entering academia in the hopes of having my own experiential learning classroom.
Dominick Caponigro
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in design and manufacturing as well as concepts related to machine design.
Career Interest:
I plan on working at a US national lab to pursue a career in the defense field.
Wyat-no-kwe Cervantes
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Community and environmental support through engineering education or sustainability
Career Interest:
Tribal engineering consultant
Shreya Chandra
Undergraduate Institution:
University of California, Davis
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Science and Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
My academic interests lie within bioastronautics/space architecture, space engineering, and propulsion.
Career Interest:
I aim to contribute to the space industry as an aerospace engineer.
Idalina Lees Claudio Rodriguez
Undergraduate Institution:
Universidad Ana G Mendez Recinto de Gurabo
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in electromechanical design of motors
Career Interest:
Work in aerospace industry
Morgan Cobb
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Florida
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
For research, I am really interested in artificial intelligence and not only how it affects the tech world but our social environments as well.
Career Interest:
After I graduate I want to become a professor specializing in engineering education and artificial intelligence.
Eric Cobos
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interest is thermodynamics, specifically heat pumps, especially in the realm of HVAC systems and refrigeration.
Career Interest:
My career interest would be working on the design and development of aircraft engines.
Alberto Cruz Salaman
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Science and Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Interested in robotics and development of unmanned control systems for different applications.
Career Interest:
Looking to pursue careers in the area of software development and design with applications in robitics, ML and AI
Penelope De La Torre
Undergraduate Institution:
Northwestern University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in advanced manufacturing processes, modeling and simulation of composite materials, and exploring how this may be relevant to biomedical applications.
Career Interest:
I hope to pursue academia and support students that come from similar backgrounds as me.
Sarah DeVito
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in Astrodynamics and how it applies to interplanetary trajectories.
Career Interest:
I look to have a long career in the space industry doing mission planning and I plan on making my way up to being an astronaut.
Anais Del Rosario
Undergraduate Institution:
Carnegie Mellon University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical and Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in research in pharmaceutics, biomaterials and immunology.
Career Interest:
I would like to gain a PhD and work in R&D.
Armand Destin
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Biological Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in researching areas related to bioastronautics, space medicine, and biology
Career Interest:
My career goal is to apply my experience to medical research for both Earth and space.
Alice Dragnea
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Sanya Dronawat
Undergraduate Institution:
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Tissue Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry
Career Interest:
Interested in graduate school and research in an academic setting
Jorge Duarte
Undergraduate Institution:
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Major:
Civil Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I want to study Intelligent transportations systems which is the use of technologies such as cameras, radars, or sensors to improve traffic or make it more safe and sustainable.
Career Interest:
I want to conduct applied research in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) while serving with a Department of Transportation (DOT) or Transportation Agency.
Autumn Edwards
Undergraduate Institution:
Howard University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in enhancing unmanned aerial vehicles ability to contribute to space exploration.
Career Interest:
I aspire to work as a UAV engineer and eventually become an astronaut.
Susanna Eng
Undergraduate Institution:
Cal Poly Pomona
Undergraduate Major:
Civil Engineering-Geospatial Option
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I look forward to using my information systems background in remote sensing research
Career Interest:
My professional goal is to become a licensed engineer & systems administrator.
Anthony Espinoza
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in aerospace, nuclear and automotive engineering.
Career Interest:
I hope to one day be a part of a team that can have a beneficial impact on the world through engineering.
Dylan Figueroa
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Electric Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
Control systems
Career Interest:
Engineer
David Flores
Undergraduate Institution:
Penn State University
Undergraduate Major:
Materials Science and Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
Machine learning and simulations for development of complex materials with energy and sustainability applications
Career Interest:
Exploring the intersections between computational materials research and entrepreneurship, with a focus on mentoring Hispanics in STEM
Xavier Flores
Undergraduate Institution:
Arizona State University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My interests are related to Mechanical Engineering and Material Sciences and the intersection between the two
Career Interest:
My career goals include pursuing a career in research at the national laboratories.
Edward Fluker
Undergraduate Institution:
Syracuse University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I currently research different types of electrolyte systems for alternative energy storage.
Career Interest:
I am interested in alternative energy and hope to conduct research in that field.
Jarrett Fowler
Undergraduate Institution:
Texas A&M University
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My current academic interests are primarily centered around mechanobiology and assessing the mechanical characteristics of certain cells and materials to elicit desired responses or functions.
Career Interest:
I plan to pursue a career in research, obtaining my Ph.D. and going either into academia or industry, with the end goal of being a professor.
Lilly Garcia
Undergraduate Institution:
University of California, Los Angeles
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Drug discovery and Drug delivery Research, Formulation and production of bioproducts
Career Interest:
Process Development and Research in the pharmaceutical industry, Bioprocess Engineering
Juan Garza
Undergraduate Institution:
Rice University
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Design of computer Hardware and architecture
Career Interest:
VLSI
Alex Gonzalez
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Nanoengineering and Physics
Expected Graduation:
Fall 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
A wide range of research interests which include researching into nano and quantum technologies.
Career Interest:
I hope to pursue a career in the field of research of novel systems using the fundamental physical principles of our universe.
Jennifer Gonzalez
Undergraduate Institution:
Syracuse University
Undergraduate Major:
Bioengineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
Organ-on-a-chip/ Personalized Medicine to combat cancer and other diseases based on a patient's genotype
Jonathan Hale
Undergraduate Institution:
University of California, Davis
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in exploring rocket propulsion systems that will help improve deep space exploration for humans.
Career Interest:
I am interested in testing and development of rocket engines.
Katie Hart
Undergraduate Institution:
Rice University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I have always had a love for space, but have recently discovered my interest in fluids and propulsion within aerospace engineering.
Career Interest:
I'm interested in pursuing a graduate degree in aerospace engineering and then building a career in either applied research or academia.
Karina Hollis-Brau
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I an interested in aerospace propulsion, specifically focusing on sustainability in the aerospace industry.
Career Interest:
I see myself having a career within the space industry in the future.
Tochukwu Iyke-Nzeocha
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Rochester
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in conducting research on the design and development of novel drug delivery systems.
Career Interest:
I am interested in a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering to explore advanced drug delivery technologies and revolutionize the Pharmaceutical Industry.
Arielle Jackson
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering/Biochemistry
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
Biotech
Career Interest:
Research/R&D
Kayla Kendricks
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Pittsburgh
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
April 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in pursuing a PhD in agricultural engineering or engineering education.
Career Interest:
I want to work for the FDA.
Sarah Kinney
Undergraduate Institution:
Texas A&M University
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in researching the use of smart materials in aerospace applications, particularly as applied to morphing aerospace structures.
Career Interest:
My career interest is to work in the aerospace industry and contribute to the development of low-boom supersonic overland flight.
Hermann Klein-Hessling Barrientos
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Colorado Boulder
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interests lie in the field of catalysts and Material Science for the rapid adoption and implementation in renewable energy fields. This stems from my vested interest in the field of climate change mitigation and the intersectionality it shares with engineering.
Career Interest:
My long-term professional goals lie in international engineering consulting in the rapidly growing Green Tech space.
Nabil Koney-Laryea
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Florida
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Science
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I'm interested in studying the applications of machine learning to large language models, socio-political studies, and robotics.
Career Interest:
I am interested in conducting HCI and HRI studies as a research scientist in an industry environment.
Marcus Lenz
Undergraduate Institution:
Columbia/ Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering/ Physics
Expected Graduation:
2025
Research / Academic Interest:
My academic interests lie in Mechanical systems in Aerospace.
Career Interest:
I wish to pursue a career In Mechanical Engineering
Brianna Lewis
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in building my knowledge within the field of biomedical engineering to pursue research and attend graduate school.
Career Interest:
I am interested in creating artificial organs, medical devices and/or prosthetics.
Santiago Lopez
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Physics/Math
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
While pursuing a degree in physics and math, my current research focuses on quantum computing with superconducting circuits.
Career Interest:
My plans are to attend graduate school and complete a PhD program in physics, then work at a company as a researcher in quantum computing.
Gabriela Lozada
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the bioengineering field, more specifically biomechatronics
Career Interest:
I am interested in working in research and development of medical devices
Brandon McClain
Undergraduate Institution:
Tuskegee University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
I’m interested in biomedical engineering materials research as well as chemistry and physics subjects.
Career Interest:
I’m interested in chemical engineering with a biochemical specification.
Steph Meikle
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Florida
Undergraduate Major:
Materials Science and Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I currently work on alternative niobium-based anode development for lithium-ion batteries, and have interests in neutron diffraction and in situ x-ray diffraction characterization.
Career Interest:
I aspire to pursue a career in academia as a professor, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the renewable energy field.
Alberto Miranda
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Utah
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in learning about and researching medical devices.
Career Interest:
I am hoping to work/conduct research in the medical device field whether it be in Industry or Academia
Ashley Miranda
Undergraduate Institution:
Arizona State University
Undergraduate Major:
Material Science and Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I have an interest in studying sustainable materials including thin films for solar cells.
Career Interest:
I would like to have a career in research and development helping create sustainability for the future.
Megdess Negussie
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Buffalo
Undergraduate Major:
Computer engineering/Robotics
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
Attend graduate school with a focus on doing research in the field of Robotics
Career Interest:
Do research work in the field of Bio-inspired Robotics.
Japa Parikh
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Texas at Austin
Undergraduate Major:
Civil Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in energy systems and sustainable infrastructure for more environmentally conscious city design.
Career Interest:
I would like to attend graduate school for a Masters to provide better solutions in the industry.
Aditi Patel
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Civil Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
I want to purse a masters in structural engineering.
Career Interest:
I want to become a structural engineer.
Amariah Peedikayil
Expected Graduation:
June 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in ovarian cancer research and developing life-saving immunotherapy treatments.
Career Interest:
After earning my degree, I plan to focus on advancing drug delivery and disease therapy.
Fabiana Perez
Undergraduate Institution:
Syracuse University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My academic interest is the development of cost efficient and reliable clean energy.
Career Interest:
I am pursing a career in the energy industry, specifically the research and development of clean energy.
Marcos Pesante Colón
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico - Mayagüez
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
June 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in studying Control Systems theoretically and practically (especially from a robotics perspective).
Career Interest:
I am interested in designing control systems for cutting-edge applications such as driverless cars and other robotics applications with the end goal of helping improve our quality of life.
Joseph Pinkston
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Florida
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in studying the dynamics and control of aerial systems.
Career Interest:
I am interested in analyzing and developing advanced control systems for future rockets, rotorcraft landers, and other aerial systems.
Natalya Polite
Undergraduate Institution:
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering and Applied Engineering Technology
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interest lies within Human Computer Interaction and Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence.
Career Interest:
I aspire to become a software engineer and an entrepreneur of a tech company, creating technologies that will continue to advance our society.
Xavier Portalatín
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico Mayagüez
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
My academic interest are focused on material and thermal science for aerospace and renewable energy applications.
Career Interest:
My career interests revolve around becoming a prestigious researcher, scientist, and professor in my country.
Sean Ramirez
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My current academic and research interests lie in further explorations of quantum information theory, especially those relating to quantum communication and networks.
Career Interest:
Ultimately, I intend to render research into a career via either a post-doc position at a university or national laboratory.
Paola Ramos
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico - Mayagüez
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
: My research interests mainly focus on sustainable chemistry, environmental and materials engineering.
Career Interest:
My long term goal is to do a Ph.D in Materials Engineering with a focus on polymers and nanomaterials.
Christian Roach
Undergraduate Institution:
The Pennsylvania State University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interest is in the brain and how brain defects can come to be in the human body. I am also interested in the medical field and how it ties into chemical engineering.
Career Interest:
I am interested in going into pharmaceuticals and making medicines to help provide more ease to medical journeys.
Hector Rodriguez
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Denver
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Science and Mathematics
Expected Graduation:
June 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
I have an interest in the implementation of artificial intelligence in educational assessments.
Career Interest:
I want to do research in educational technology, specifically the usage of artificial intelligence to assess students in an equitable manner
Mariana Rodriquez
Undergraduate Institution:
Georgia Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Major:
Biomedical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
My interest is in the development of tissue engineering, specifically in the future prospect of bioprinting custom organs.
Career Interest:
For my future career, I want to acquire an MD/Ph.D. in order to practice organ transplant surgery while also doing research on bioprinting organs for my patients.
Homar Rodríguez Ramos
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico - Mayagüez
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My academic and research interest as a computer engineering student lies in cyber-physical & embedded systems, hardware security against electromagnetic interference, and cybersecurity in Internet of Things (IoT) devices.
Career Interest:
My career interests lie in developing resilient cyber-physical systems technologies in a research setting and STEM education in cybersecurity and networking topics.
Bryan Saltos
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Connecticut
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
I want to do research in clean energy/nuclear reactors
Career Interest:
Thinking about going to do grad school.
Felipe Sandoval
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I’m very interested in electromagnetics and communication systems
Career Interest:
I’m very excited to take part in innovating within the space industry
Nyima Sanneh
Undergraduate Institution:
Texas A&M University
Undergraduate Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I have done research on replicating aeroelastic effects on a wind tunnel wing model. I have also served as chassis lead and project manager of my university's SAE Supermileage team and am looking forward to the next year of working with SAE Aero.
Career Interest:
I would like to focus my career on research in both structures, potentially mitigating flutter effects, for hypersonic vehicles.
Skyler Smith
Undergraduate Institution:
Virginia Tech
Micheal Sun
Undergraduate Institution:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Science and Engineering, Mathematics
Expected Graduation:
May 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in researching artificial intelligence, mathematical modeling, and algorithmic development.
Career Interest:
I hope one day that I can use my skills to make cutting-edge technologies affordable and accessible for all while advancing AI technologies.
Stefanie Surdyka
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Chemical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in drug development within the pharmaceuticl/biopharmaceutical industry as well as innovations in biotechnology.
Career Interest:
I would like to eventually lead an Research & Design team for a pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical company.
Pryce Tharpe
Undergraduate Institution:
Purdue University
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Engineering, BSCMPE
Expected Graduation:
May 2026
Research / Academic Interest:
I have many interests and curiosities pertaining to computer engineering, therefore I plan to narrow my interests through experience in upcoming years.
Career Interest:
I believe I need to experience more careers within computer engineering before being able to narrow my interests, as I am interested in many of the available careers and flexible toward my future.
Jose Trujillo Parra
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Undergraduate Major:
Electrical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2023
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in the field of power electronics and its applications in transportation electrification.
Career Interest:
I want to pursue a career in R&D or a career in academia as a professor.
Nathon Tubbs
Undergraduate Institution:
Tuskegee University
Undergraduate Major:
Mechanical Engineering
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
To utilize my knowledge of the engineering world to improve and build upon previously established technologies of energy production to ensure our future generations can continue to develop.
Career Interest:
I am interested in the world of engineering, more particularly, potential applications of renewable power and continuous development and improvement of daily operations.
Jessica Turner
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Science
Expected Graduation:
May 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
I am interested in Human-Computer Interaction and Virtual Reality; I especially enjoy studying these topics in the context of computing for social or environmental good.
Career Interest:
My goal is to become a professor in computer science so I can mold the next generation of computer scientists and encourage minority students like myself to persevere in this field.
Angel Vazquez
Undergraduate Institution:
University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez
Undergraduate Major:
Computer Science & Engineering
Expected Graduation:
December 2024
Research / Academic Interest:
My research interest lies in utilizing machine learning and deep learning techniques for enhancing cybersecurity in cyber-physical and IoT systems operating under complex and highly constrained environments.
Career Interest:
My career interest is to work on cutting-edge cybersecurity research for military and national security applications, while also utilizing my expertise to create an impact in society and inspire the next generation of STEM professionals through teaching and promoting education in underrepresented communities.
George Yang
Undergraduate Institution:
St. Olaf College
Undergraduate Major:
Physics and Mathematics
Expected Graduation:
May 2025
Research / Academic Interest:
Building a computer from scratch and 3D printing is an illustration of how my research and academic interests are centered on practical activities that require destroying and recreating things using my problem-solving, creative, and innovative skills.
Career Interest:
I have a desire to help people by being involved in the community, and I think that by pursuing a profession in mechanical engineering, I will be able to do this.