Laboratory and Teaching Assistant for the course 16-633: Robot Cognition and Learning (Graduate level), Spring 2024 

Lecturer: Dr Christopher G. Atkeson [Robotics Institute]

• Pioneered curriculum enhancements, integrating cutting-edge technologies like CV, ML, DL, NLP, and RL algorithms into the course project, providing students with hands-on experience in robot cognition and learning.

• Led student efforts in applying state-of-the-art software tools to develop cognitive and learning systems for real robots, ensuring a tangible understanding of theoretical concepts through hands-on implementation.

• Provided personalized mentorship, guiding students in exploring unique ideas for individual projects, fostering a diverse range of approaches to solving challenges in robot cognition.

• Integrated AI algorithms, including large language models, into the curriculum, enriching students' comprehension of the dynamic relationship between artificial intelligence and robotics.

• Encouraged collaborative efforts by facilitating multi-robot tasks, enabling student groups to work together on shared challenges, enhancing the learning experience and simulating real-world scenarios.

Teaching Assistant for the mini-course 49-734: Designing Smart and Intelligent Products: Using AI in Industrial Applications (graduate level), Fall 2023

Lecturer: Dr Mark Hindsbo (Vice President & General Manager at Ansys, Inc.) [Integrated Innovation Institute]

• Designed challenging AI-focused homework, stimulating deep understanding and practical application.

• Provided constructive feedback, fostering student growth and continuous improvement.

• Enhanced course content through meticulous lecture slide revisions, increasing clarity and relevance.

• Offered accessible support via email and weekly office hours, ensuring effective student guidance.

• Delivered engaging lectures, simplifying complex AI concepts for improved comprehension.

• Organized seamless lab sessions, enabling hands-on learning through expert equipment setup and troubleshooting.

Teaching Assistant for the course 16-720: Sensing and Sensors (graduate level), Fall 2022

Lecturer: Dr Cameron Riviere [Robotics Institute]

• Prepared homework assignments & solutions and graded them, providing student feedback.

• Revised course lecture slides.

• Offered guidance via email and weekly office hours to students with lecture doubts and homework.

• Instructed students on a couple of lectures.

• Organized lab sessions, set up equipment and provided technical support for experiments.

Audience: Delivered to an offline crowd of 30 and an online audience of 35 simultaneously

Duration: 1-hour presentation with an extended discussion session in the last 30 minutes

Overview: Developed advanced geometric heuristics to enhance point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) AI algorithms for improved pneumothorax detection. Commended for outstanding, visually engaging presentation slides. Facilitated interactive dialogue and successfully addressed technical queries during the Q&A session

Audience: Louisiana State University professors and collaborating clinicians

Duration: 30-hour presentation with an extended discussion session in the last 15 minutes

Overview: Presented the work on my concluding master’s thesis, engaging with experts by addressing detailed questions and clarifying technical aspects. This session not only facilitated valuable feedback but also strengthened interdisciplinary collaborations in medical imaging research.

• Coordinated with the team to organize technical workshops, training sessions, and industrial visits, resulting in the participation of over 100 students in various events.

• Collaborated with industry professionals and professors to conduct guest lectures, providing insights into recent technological developments and advancements in the field of instrumentation.

• Promoted membership within my department by organizing information sessions and collaborating with professors to encourage students to join, resulting in a 15% increase in membership from my department alone.

• Initiated and managed a mentorship program connecting ISA student members with experienced industry professionals to provide guidance and support in their career pursuits.

• Conducted training sessions and provided technical support to ISA student members on automation technologies and their practical applications.

• Co-authored technical papers on automation systems and presented them at national and international conferences.

• Coordinated a campaign to promote ISA membership among the university community, resulting in a 50% increase in student member enrolment.

• Established and maintained relationships with industry professionals and academics to organise site visits and guest lectures for ISA members, providing valuable industry insights and networking opportunities.

• Delivered 15 speeches in front of 50+ members, consistently exceeding performance metrics, receiving a 95% average evaluation rating and finishing in the top 10% of speakers in the club.

• Coordinated and led the organization of 5 speech contests, managing a team of 10 volunteers, resulting in a successful event with a total audience of over 150 people.

• Mentored 3 new members, guiding them through the public speaking process and providing feedback and support to improve their skills, resulting in their successful completion of the program.

• Developed and delivered 3 educational presentations on various public speaking and leadership topics, including effective communication, time management, and goal-setting, resulting in positive feedback and increased member engagement.

Being a national-level rated chess player in FIDE is a testament to my dedication and passion for the game. I've invested countless hours studying strategies, analyzing positions, and honing my skills to reach this level. My FIDE rating places me among the top players in my country, reflecting my ability to think strategically, anticipate my opponents' moves, and make calculated decisions on the board.

Participating in national and even international tournaments has been an incredible journey of growth and learning. Each match, win or lose, contributes to my development as a player and fuels my determination to continuously improve. I take pride in my achievements and view my victories as inspiration for aspiring chess players, while my losses serve as valuable lessons that I eagerly embrace.

Maintaining a high standard of sportsmanship and fair play is paramount to me as a FIDE-rated player. I approach each game with respect for my opponents and a commitment to upholding the integrity of the game. My journey has been characterized by unwavering dedication, intense preparation, and a profound love for the intricacies of chess.

The path to becoming a national-level FIDE-rated chess player has been marked by resilience, passion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. I find joy in the intellectual challenges the game offers and take pride in being a part of the vibrant and diverse chess community. As I continue on this journey, I am excited to see how my skills and understanding of the game will evolve, and I am eager to contribute to the rich legacy of chess in my country and beyond.

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