Syeda Ayesha Alam

• Designed and executed experimental studies on cannabis (ab)use, managing data collection and quality assurance for reproducible results • Engineered Python (Anaconda) preprocessing pipelines to clean and structure pupillometry datasets, improving scalability across research groups • Analyzed and visualized experimental data in AcqKnowledge to drive evidence-based research decisions • Leveraged AI-assisted coding tools to debug pipelines and accelerate technical problem-solving

• Researching human-robot interaction (HRI) in education by designing experiments, collecting behavioral data, and evaluating learner-teacher interactions. • Developing and testing robot interaction models (e.g., using Python) to enhance learning experiences in classroom settings. • Prompt engineering to streamline analysing qualitative input in Large Language Model(s).

• Facilitating and educating special needs students, providing one-on-one learning, and leading them in activities to help their development. • Developing individualized teaching plans (IEPS) for students' learning needs. • Helped in developing job descriptions, scheduling interviews, and onboarding 3 Special Needs Educators, to date, supplementing the organization’s growth.

Partnership Outreach • Developing and executing outreach strategies to establish and maintain relationships with potential partners and stakeholders. • Conducting market research to identify and evaluate potential partnership opportunities that align with organizational goals. Student Retention Strategies • Analyzing alumni data to identify key trends and factors influencing student retention rates. • Utilizing statistical tools and software to process and interpret data, providing actionable insights for i

Completed a research internship program of six weeks with Synapse, Pakistan Neuroscience Institute.

• Enhanced process management in onboarding and offboarding of employees and assisted CEO in the recruitment process. • Used Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint & Word, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop to maintain an effective social media presence, which led to a 35% increase in engagement. • Shadowed speech, occupational and behavioral therapists, and counselors in the rehabilitation of special needs children.

• Worked proactively in an extremely fast-paced environment while interacting with 2000+ individuals. • Successfully led and coordinated with a high-performing team of 7 people, responsible for managing and safeguarding funds from over 2000 customers.

GPA: 3.92- Summa Cum Laude