Talks & Media
Scroll down to explore my recent talks and media features. Showcasing key moments from my work and insights shared with diverse audiences.
Computing Research Association (CRA) - Spotlight
An interview highlighting my invovlemenet with the NSF CSGrad4US Fellowship.
Notre Dame-IBM Tech Ethics Lab Blog Post
Blog post with the ND-IBM Tech ethics lab on building bridges for unlocking the full spectrum of drone applications serving the common good.
2025 Shaheen 3MT® Finals presentation
Delivering my 3MT (Three Minute Thesis) talk, I distilled my research into a concise, engaging presentation aimed at making complex ideas accessible to a broad audience.
Department of Defense Civilian Careers and Professional Development Panel
Invited to speak on a panel before an audience of over 500 attendees from across the country, offering advice and insights as an early-career civilian employee. If you’re short on time, you can skip ahead to specific sections where I share my thoughts:
- 6:16 - My introduction
- 13:30 - Insights on how research and engagement impact the DoD
- 16:20 - What are skills and qualities are essential to success in the department
- 25:40 - How to approach collaboration and opportunities to collaborate
- 38:35 - Networking advice
- 44:47 - Benefits of mentor/mentee relationships
- 48:36 - Thoughts and advice for early career professionals
But be sure to watch the whole discussion, as my fellow panelists shared incredible insights!
A White Sands Missile Range Employee is Awarded a DoD STEM Grant
I was awarded a grant to collaborate with New Mexico State University on custom drone development for counter-drone testing at White Sands Missile Range
Department of Defense Innovators Spotlight Series
Delivered a brief ~15-minute presentation highlighting my work as a civilian employee. The presentation will also emphasize the critical role of collaboration and mentorship in achieving success.
- Skip to 38:20 if you are short on time to see my presentation.
Please watch the entire webinar, as my fellow participants highlight their incredible work!
Empowering Innovation: Advancing Department of Defense Counter-Drone Technologies and STEM Education
Received a Commander’s Coin for Excellence from the Commander of White Sands Test Center for outstanding work at White Sands Missile Range
SMART Scholar of the Year Announced for Fiscal Year 2023 in Recognition of Remarkable Contributions to the Department of Defense
FY23 DoD SMART Scholar of the Year Award
Taking the Pentagon to the People Event
Spoke at an event focused on fostering collaboration between the Department of Defense and academic institutions
UTEP Campus Office of Undergraduate Research Initiatives - Best Poster Award
Best Poster Presentation for Engineering, Computational & Applied Sciences