STEM Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Research Symposium 2024: Engineering & Technology

Melissa Coachy is a computer science major. She is planning on completing her AA degree at Miami Dade to transfer to a university to complete her bachelors. With her degree, she wants to be able to pursue UX/UI design to combine her passion for technology and creativity. She also wants to work in the realm of AI to help others in the healthcare field. Her goal is to utilize her technical skills to develop innovative solutions that improve patient care and outcomes in the healthcare industry. Other than computer science, one of her many interests is biology or biotechnology. Therefore, after computer science, she plans to work in these fields. She believes that by combining her knowledge of computer science with biology or biotechnology, she can contribute to advancements in healthcare technology. Her ultimate goal is to make a positive impact on the lives of others through her work at the intersection of technology and healthcare while being able to pursue her creativity.

Maria Coello is an aspiring Artificial Intelligence (AI) specialist currently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in AI. With a strong passion for computer vision, Maria aims to contribute to cutting-edge research in this dynamic field. Born in Honduras and a proud first-generation student, Maria has already made significant strides in her academic and professional journey. She has participated in two notable programs with Google: the Computer Science Summer Institute and CodeU, where she gained valuable insights and hands-on experience in the tech industry. In addition to her studies, Maria is the president of the MDC West AI Club, where she leads initiatives to foster a collaborative and innovative environment for students interested in AI. Her leadership in the club demonstrates her dedication to community building and knowledge sharing. Professionally, Maria works as a video editor, a role that has honed her technical skills and creative problem-solving abilities. Her diverse background and commitment to excellence position her as a promising researcher in the realm of AI and computer vision.

Huguercy Dieudonne is attending MDC, finishing her "freshman year" during the summer semester to later enter her "sophomore" year. She is pursuing an AA in chemical engineering. After her AA, she plans to pursue higher education in chemical engineering with a bachelor's and more. She wants to focus her studies on the concentration of health, beauty, and sciences by studying chemicals in cosmetics, medicine, foods, gasses, environments, and more. She is still determining what type of engineer she plans to become. She is interested in cosmetics, food sciences, and pharmaceutical engineering, working in labs, and she wants to travel the world in her free time. She also wants to successfully create her line regarding health and beauty, incorporating sciences to bring relief and comfort to those having struggling journeys of acne, alopecia, eczema, hyperpigmentation, diabetes, PCOS, hypertension, and much more among Black and Brown communities. She plans to become the change she wants to see in the world regarding the lack of awareness and accessibility regarding health and beauty among Black and Brown communities.

George Ellington is an aspiring software engineer attending Miami Dade College. He has a strong interest in Computer Science and is striving to attend high-end universities like MIT and Georgia Tech to be able to pursue these roles. He is attending the School for Advanced Studies and is extremely interested in research because of how much new knowledge he will gain from this experience. He has interned at a technology company for the past three years, is a distinguished member of Key Club, has been recognized for his outstanding math performance, is a YLS Scholar, five thousand Role Member, and has been part of a 16-week CSS and HTML coding boot camp. He loves to meet new people, listen to music, and learn how to play the guitar. He is extremely excited to be working with Anthony Lee not only because of the technology-based research but the many more opportunities opening to him from this one experience. From this experience, he wants to learn more about the process of research so he can apply these lessons to his everyday work.

At Miami Dade Honors College, Orling Garcia is a committed beginner striving towards his career in computer networking. Having completed one semester already, he is currently working on the second one with enthusiasm and diligence. His prior experience as an ice cream food truck supervisor, City of Hialeah Parks and Recreation lifeguard, and Burger King cook have contributed to honing his ability to lead individuals while also promoting teamwork skills.
Orling possesses advanced proficiency in computers and exceptional skills in typing. Fueled by a love for technology, Orling aspires to become a Computer Network Architect someday.
Currently, Orling is interning at the North Campus Honors College Office where he offers administrative support and assists with a variety of projects. Besides his internship duties, he's determined to achieve his Network+ certification as an essential step towards pursuing computer networking professionally. To help him attain this goal while also preparing for summer research work ahead, Professor Anthony Lee has kindly taken on mentorship responsibilities. During the summer months, Orling intends to focus on developing a garbage sensor system - equipped with sensors that detect levels in bins situated within local parks - which would notify park officials when it's time to replace them. The planned setup will comprise both network connectivity as well as data logging capabilities via database implementation; all factors meant explicitly insuring successful operation. Orling hopes locals can benefit from these efforts since litter accumulation remains prevalent throughout their community despite various anti-litter initiatives being implemented before now by different groups over some time past.

Nicolas Gonzalez is a Computer Science student at The Honors College. He is an ambitious student with experience in organizations such as NASA and aims to be transferred to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to pursuit a bachelor’s in computer science with emphasis in Software Engineering.

Erick Licona has had a passion for science and technology from an early age, fascinated by the ability of engineers to leverage mathematics and technology to drive progress and find solutions to everyday problems. This passion drives his ambition to pursue his degree at Miami Dade College where he is currently a senior working toward a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology. Erick has been recognized for his academic excellence, consistently appearing on the Dean’s List. As a Vice President of the Robotics Club, Erick has participated in numerous projects and studies including automated gardening, computer vision applications, PCB and circuit design for power and control systems, social robotics, communications, and early study of artificial intelligence implementation. Erick often showcases projects like these at various events around and off campus alongside fellow club members and often can be found providing tutoring in mathematics, physics, programming, and electronics. Erick plans to transfer to Florida International University to pursue his master’s degree in electrical engineering.

Josselin, a senior international student at Miami Dade College's Kendall Campus, originates from Honduras and is fueled by a powerful dream of becoming a professional engineer. Her ambition to join the elite teams at NASA and Microsoft as a Computer Engineer showcases her relentless drive and visionary spirit. Even as a sophomore, Josselin demonstrated her commitment by diving into Spring and Summer Research 2023, engaging in various volunteer activities, and actively participating in college clubs. She firmly believes that true mastery is achieved through hands-on experience, which propels her unwavering dedication to research. This journey is not just about acquiring knowledge but about transforming herself into a well-rounded, skilled professional. Josselin's story is one of boundless passion, steadfast perseverance, and inspiring ambition. Her journey reflects a fearless pursuit of excellence and a determination to make a significant impact in the world of engineering.

As a Bachelor of Computer Science Student at Miami-Dade College, Viviana is dedicated to using technology to create innovative solutions for everyday challenges. She is eager to engage in research projects, explore new methodologies, and contribute valuable insights to her field. Outside of academics, she enjoys refining her coding skills by building websites and small, valuable programs. Her ultimate goal is to become a front-end developer and design cutting-edge software that will drive future technological advancements towards a more sustainable future.