ML/AI Research
Explainable AI
Medical Imaging
Developed a Grad-CAM++ based explainability pipeline for chest X-ray classification. Trained a ResNet-50 model on 112k CheXpert images and built saliency alignment metrics that clinicians used to validate model predictions against radiologist annotations.
Key Deliverables
- Research Paper
- Model Architecture
- Saliency Dashboard
- Clinical Validation Report
89% saliency alignment with radiologist annotations
Computational Physics
GPU Computing
Scientific Visualization
Built GPU-accelerated tensor network simulations for multi-qubit entanglement dynamics. Created a real-time 3D rendering engine in WebGL that visualizes quantum state evolution, Bell inequality violations, and decoherence pathways for up to 8-qubit systems.
Key Deliverables
- Simulation Engine
- WebGL Renderer
- Interactive Parameter Controls
- Research Documentation
Real-time visualization of 8-qubit entanglement dynamics at 60fps
Neuroscience
Brain-Computer Interfaces
EdTech
Designed a brain-computer interface prototype that uses EEG cognitive load signals to dynamically adjust educational content difficulty. Conducted a 40-participant study showing significant retention improvements when content pacing adapts to theta/alpha band ratios.
Key Deliverables
- BCI Prototype
- EEG Signal Processing Pipeline
- Adaptive Algorithm
- User Study Report
27% improvement in knowledge retention vs. static pacing
HCI Research
Accessibility
Open Source
Created an open-source evaluation toolkit for measuring multimodal interaction patterns across ability spectrums. Includes automated WCAG 2.2 auditing, gesture-tracking heuristics, and voice-interaction quality metrics tested across 200+ participants with diverse abilities.
Key Deliverables
- Open-Source Toolkit
- Evaluation Framework
- Accessibility Heuristics
- Research Paper
63% reduction in accessibility violations in tested applications
UX Discovery
Behavioral Economics
Fintech
Led a discovery-driven redesign of a digital banking onboarding flow. Applied behavioral economics principles (loss aversion framing, progress endowment effect) to reduce drop-off, validated through A/B testing with 12,000 users over 6 weeks.
Key Deliverables
- Discovery Research Deck
- Behavioral Analysis
- A/B Test Design
- Hi-fi Prototypes
41% drop-off reduction, 35% increase in first-week deposits
EdTech
Learning Sciences
Inclusive Design
Created a multimodal learning platform designed with accessibility-first principles from the TIILT lab at Northwestern. Integrated adaptive quiz mechanisms, progress dashboards, and collaborative learning spaces informed by learning science research.
Key Deliverables
- Research Synthesis
- Persona Development
- Prototype Iterations
- Accessibility Audit
92% learner satisfaction score in pilot testing