A Marine Engineer, Ecologist and Researcher.
STEM Journey
My STEM Background
In addition to my work with the AUV underwater robot, I have sought to broaden my STEM experiences through a variety of engaging projects. From joining a race car team to delve into product design, to participating in math modeling competitions since high school, I have cultivated a diverse skill set across multiple disciplines. Robotics has always been a lifelong passion of mine, and I continue to explore the intersections of science, technology, and society, pushing the boundaries of innovation and inquiry in every opportunity I pursue.
Race Club Team
Joining the Columbia Race Club Team, I optimized the design of a Formula race car by leveraging computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to minimize drag and enhance aerodynamics. I look forward to further exploring the real-world applications of engineering and physics.
As the Lead Aerodynamics Engineer on the Aerodynamics Team of Columbia University Formula Racing, I optimized the design of a Formula race car using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to reduce drag and improve aerodynamics. Working alongside over 100 team members across various disciplines, I contributed to refining and upgrading the car for the Formula SAE competition, applying theoretical engineering concepts to real-world challenges and enhancing vehicle performance through continuous design improvements.
Math
Modeling
Looking at anything, my first intuition would be: “how to make it better?” Fortunately, I found a robust method that allows me to do exactly that! Math modelling! From land planning, tennis matches, to maybe even how many pepperonis should I allocate on each bite of my Kornet Pizza (huge slices!!!).
In recent experience with the Consortium for Mathematics and its Applications, I served as the leader and algorithmic modeling lead, where I collaborated with a team of three, including a mathematician, writer, and programmer. We applied advanced mathematics and data analysis to solve real-world problems, such as modeling momentum dynamics in tennis matches. Building on my interest from high school, I further honed my skills under the mentorship of a Columbia professor in preparation for the upcoming Mathematical Contest in Modeling (MCM) in January 2026.
Since high school, I initiated and led the Math Modelling Team at IMMC Team Canada & Ridley College, where I spearheaded a 4-person team focused on land use modeling. We employed techniques such as linear programming, TOPSIS, genetic algorithms, and the Cobb-Douglas function to create a balanced model that considered economic, social, and environmental factors. Our 29-page paper, "To Build or Not To Build: Determining a Quantitative Metric for Land Planning and Allocation," was published in the Interdisciplinary Humanities and Communication Studies Journal and indexed by CPCI, DOAJ, and Google Scholar. Additionally, I trained and mentored three Next-Gen teams alongside a York professor, with the Ridley modeling effort continuing to represent Canada in future competitions.
Robotics
My robotics journey has been marked by diverse experiences where I’ve consistently demonstrated leadership and innovation. Most recently, I worked as a Research Assistant in Biomechanics & Robotics at the Robotics and Rehabilitation Lab, where I assisted in data collection using SEMG sensors and motion trackers to study muscle activation and body positioning. I contributed to the development of RobUST, a robotic platform designed to help yoga novices replicate expert performance for rehabilitation, combining robotics with therapeutic practices to improve patients' health outcomes.
In addition, I led the VEX EDR Robotics Team, guiding 20+ members to the Canadian Championship and securing four consecutive World Championship qualifications. Our team’s innovative programming and hardware development earned us the Division Think Award for creativity and autonomous excellence, along with a 2nd place finish in global skills rankings.
As a Tripedal Robotic Researcher, I designed and optimized a tripedal robot to achieve stability and energy efficiency across various terrains. I also contributed to the development of a vacuum robot at 3I Robotics LTD as a Robotic Software Engineer, where I co-authored a technical paper on countering GPS spoofing attacks.
Science,
Technology,
and Society
Let’s start with an old joke. Two young fish are swimming along. A frog on a lily pad spots them and remarks, “Hello boys! How’s the water today?” The two young fish mumble something to the effect of “Just fine, Grandma.” After they pass by, one young fish eyes the other and asks: “What’s water?” (Taken from Stanford Science, Technology, and Society (STS) website: https://sts.stanford.edu/about/what-study-sts)
Image taken from York Department of Science, Technology and Society website: https://www.yorku.ca/science/sts/sts-major/
As the Founder and President of the History of Technology Innovation Club at Ridley College, I established the first Science and Society Club at the school. I organized seminars and talks that delved into the interconnectedness of technology, philosophy, history, and economics, emphasizing the profound influence of science on everyday life. Through these initiatives, I engaged over 200 attendees, sparking curiosity and fostering a deeper understanding of how science shapes our world.
In 2022, I was selected as an invited speaker for the “18 Under 18” Science, Technology, & Society Forum, where I had the opportunity to engage in high-level discussions with leaders in industry and science, including executives from Meituan and SenseTime. Later in 2023 and 2024, I was invited back as chairman to organize and lead sessions on the ethical implications of emerging technologies such as AI, self-driving cars, and e-commerce, facilitating important conversations about their societal impact.
Additionally, my participation in Pioneer Academics within the Science, Technology, and Society Track allowed me to deepen my understanding of how societal norms influence scientific progress. Under the guidance of Professor Paula Findlen, I explored the role of gender in the Scientific Revolution, culminating in the publication of my paper, Copernicus' Rhetoric: Arguments for Heliocentrism in the Early 16th Century, in Interdisciplinary Humanities and Communication Studies.