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February Newsletter
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Ramandeep Saini
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My Name is Ramandeep
Hello! I’m a third year Computer Science student at the University of Western Ontario who enjoys using technology to help solve complex, global issues.
As an ESG Intern at BMO Global Asset Management this summer, I built an internal dashboard feature using PowerBI and DAX to track carbon emissions for the institution's government bond holdings. From 2022-2023, I worked on developing an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm at the Sunnybrook Research Institute. I coded an AI algorithm using MATLAB to aid neurosurgeons in treatment planning for essential tremor patients undergoing non-invasive neurosurgery with Focused Ultrasound (FUS) therapy. I am continuously improving my coding skills, and have been recognized by companies such as Microsoft for my work. For the Microsoft Discover AI challenge in 2019, my team and I built a neural network to detect future outbreaks of insect-borne diseases.
Furthermore, I spend my free time working on a community initiative that I developed called Cryptic Languages. This initiative encourages students, especially girls, to pursue technology-related careers through online coding tutorials and webinars. I also initiated an afterschool STEM program with a women’s and children’s shelter, and led weekly STEM activities for youth.
Moreover, I enjoy using my public speaking abilities to share my knowledge about technology with the global community. In the past, have spoken at the University of Cambridge and Deloitte about topics including longevity and AI. Finally, I attempt to make technical knowledge more accessible online by writing about emerging technologies in the Data Driven Investor publication.
You can find all of the projects that I mentioned down below, in my portfolio! As a thank you for your interest in my work, feel free to click the button below to read a joke!
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Measuring Galaxy Morphology using a Machine Learning Model
I developed a Python program to perform galaxy formation-related measurements from galaxy images as a Scholar’s Electives student, under the supervision of Dr. Pauline Barmby. The algorithm measured galaxy morphology by predicting multiple numerical parameters of galaxies, such as steepness, height, and length, among others, from galaxy images. Here is the code for the project.
Using a U-NET Model to Segment Aerial Imagery of Tornado Damage
I worked at the Northern Tornadoes Project as a Computer Science Intern under the supervision of a PhD candidate to develop an AI image classification algorithm in Python to assist researchers in analyzing aerial imagery of tornado damage. I created the training dataset for the algorithm using ArcGIS Pro, and then developed a U-NET model to train using the dataset.
Neural Network to Predict Energy for Essential Tremor (ET) Treatment
I developed a convolutional neural network (CNN) using MATLAB to aid neurosurgeons in treatment planning for ET patients undergoing neurosurgery with FUS therapy. The algorithm predicted the energy required to be generated by the ultrasound waves at the target location within the brain based on different skull metrics, and I worked as an intern under the supervision of Dr. Yuexi Huang.
Reducing Online Harassment
As a part of the Girls Belong Here Program run by Plan International Canada, I worked with Twitter to reduce online harassment on their platform. I presented my recommendations to reduce online abuse to the Head of Public Policy at Twitter Canada, Michele Austin, who invited me to present my reccomendations to a global public policy team and at the Twitter for Good Day company-wide event.
Cryptic Languages
Cryptic Languages is an initiative I founded to encourage students, especially girls, to learn to code through tutorials and webinars. To date, I have impacted over 315 students from 19 countries, and partnered with my local library to host a city-wide coding webinar. For my work, I was a finalist for the Aspiring Teen Award, presented by the Women in Tech Global Awards. Check out the Cryptic Languages website here.
Volunteering
As a part of my community initiative, Cryptic Languages, I initiated an afterschool STEM program with a local women's and children's shelter while I was in high school. I designed and delivered weekly introductory STEM lessons to over 25 students aged 4 to 14 at the shelter. I worked closely with the Child and Youth Worker, as well as the Volunteer Coordinator, to ensure that my activities were meeting the shelter's needs.
EDUCATION
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International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
I graduated with a 95% grade 12 average from the IB program at Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary School.
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Honours Specialization in Computer Science
I am completing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science through the University of Western Ontario. I am currently in my third year of Computer Science.
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MATLAB
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Microsoft AI Challenge Deck
This is my team's challenge deck for the Microsoft AI Challenge. We were selected as one of the top 25 teams. The objective of the challenge was to use Microsoft's AI tools to create a solution that could achieve one of the four given UN Sustainable Development Goals. Check out the deck! -
Young Scientists' Journal Conference - Ramandeep Saini
I was invited to speak at the Young Scientists' Journal Conference, which was held at the University of Cambridge. I spoke regarding a literature review I had written about the impact of senescent cells on the aging process. Check out my presentation! -
Twitter Reccomendations Deck
As a part of the Girls Belong Here Program, I was able to work with Twitter to reduce online harassment on the platform. I presented my reccomendations to the Head of Public Policy at Twitter Canada, Michele Austin. She has invited me to present my reccomendations to a global public policy team and at the Twitter for Good Day company-wide event. -
Wealthsimple Reccomendation Deck
I had the amazing opportunity to work with Wealthsimple, a FinTech company focusing on making investing easier for people who are financially illiterate. I advised them on to achieve one of their corporate goals of getting 1 million kids to open RESPs and get government grants to save for post-secondary education. Check out my reccomendation deck to find out more! -
Celebrating voices, actions and initiatives for a more equitable future
An article in the Globe and Mail featuring myself and two other youth activists on the importance of having women leaders and executives in corporations. This article was published ahead of the International Day of the Girl on October 9, 2020. -
More than 6 in 10 Canadian girls experience online abuse and harassment: here’s what parents can do
I was featured in an article in the Toronto Star that is aiming to shine a light on the harassment that girls and women face online, and includes actions that parents can take to protect their children online. -
Walmart Reccomendation Deck
I had the amazing once in a lifetime chance of working with Walmart Canada. I assisted them in achieving one of their corporate goals of lowering operational costs, while still maintaing a high quality customer experience. Check out my reccomendation deck for more information! -
Dissecting the Gender Divide in STEM
The gender gap in STEM is as present as ever, with the STEM workforce comprised of only 28% women. In my article published by Data Driven Investor, I explain the many factors that contribute to this issue, and how individuals can help end the gender divide in STEM. Check it out! -
What’s the Hype Surrounding GPT-3?
GPT-3 has taken the technology industry by storm. Social media has been flooded with numerous examples of writing authored by the technology, including articles, essays, and even code. In this article, I’ll provide a breakdown of this ground-breaking technology, so read on! -
Futuristic Tech: Neuralink Update
Elon Musk’s Brain-Computer Interface company, Neuralink, provided an update on their progress with creating a brain chip that can be seamlessly implanted in the skull. Neuralink is aiming to create this chip to help solve medical problems, as well as enhance human capabilities. In my article published by Data Driven Investor, I summarize the update and provide a breakdown of the technology. Check it out! -
A Crash Course on Modern Tech
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning. These words can sound really intimidating for somebody who’s just heard them, and have no idea what they mean. The world is full of tech buzzwords like them these days, and this article breaks them all down for you! -
Who Am I? AI Can Help You Find the Answer to that Question.
Recently, I became a main-site contributor for a fast-growing online technology publication called Data Driven Investor (DDI). In less than 10 days, my first article on DDI has received over 1100 views! The article discusses the intersection of genomics and artificial intelligence. -
AI is Fuelling the Wildfire of Misinformation
AI has contributed to the spread of misinformation, which is making it more difficult to decipher what is real and what isn't. Check out my latest article published by Data Driven Investor in the featured posts section to find out more about how AI contributes to the spread of misinformation, and its consequences. -
When Science Fiction Enters Reality
Science fiction has ruled the world with its crazy technology stories, filled with ideas such as mind reading and humans-turned-cyborgs. However, these ideas may not be just confined to the pages of a novel. With the rise of Brain Computer Interfaces, humanity will be capable of tasks beyond our imagination.
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