UROP Project
Can You Hear the Difference? Accent Recognition and Brand Evaluation among Hispanic Consumers
Heritage Spanish Speakers, Accent and Dialect Recognition, Media Preferences
Research Mentor: Alessandra Noli, She/her
Department, College, Affiliation: Marketing, Communication and Information
Contact Email: anolipeschiera@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Marketing, Communication and Information
Contact Email: anolipeschiera@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: five, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
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Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: five, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
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Project Description
This project examines how Heritage Spanish Speakers and L1 Native Spanish Speakers perceive and engage with commercials and media designed for Hispanic consumers when the speakers featured in these media are not native Spanish speakers, or are heritage speakers whose accents differ notably from standard or expected varieties of Spanish.Research Tasks: Literature review, data collection, room reservation, data analysis, interview conduction.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required: Good organization, Time management, People and Communication Skills.
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy is centered on facilitating a supportive, respectful, and above all, highly communicative and transparent environment where mentees feel comfortable. I view mentoring as a collaborative process in which we adapt to each individual’s unique goals, strengths, and motivations in order to bring out the best in both our projects and in the mentees themselves.I begin by working with mentees to identify their aspirations and assess their current skills and understanding. From there, I focus on building upon their existing talents while also encouraging them to explore areas that challenge them.
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n/aBuilding an Association to Honor Civil Defiance in Nazi Germany and Empower Voices of Courage
History, Holocaust, Women, Jewish, Intermarriage
Research Mentor: Mr. Liam Wirsansky, He/Him/His
Department, College, Affiliation: History, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: ljw16d@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Nathan Stoltzfus He/Him/His
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: nstoltzfus@fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Dr. George Williamson He/Him/His
Faculty Collaborators Email: gwilliamson@fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: History, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: ljw16d@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Nathan Stoltzfus He/Him/His
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: nstoltzfus@fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Dr. George Williamson He/Him/His
Faculty Collaborators Email: gwilliamson@fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
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Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
- Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 5:00
End Time: 6:00
Zoom Link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/9089375618?pwd=S0IxYWQ4MkFIalhaSWcvT3lXcUlydz09
Project Description
Join a meaningful research and public history project that honors unsung heroes of the Holocaust—ordinary people who did the extraordinary by defying the Nazi regime through an open, day-to-day stance that followed their conscience rather than Nazi terror and mass conformity. Through this project, student researchers will help build an association of descendants and relatives of those involved in the protest and related intermarriage rescues, contributing to an online archive that preserves these powerful family stories.Research Tasks: As a research assistant, you'll help us bring these stories to life by:
-Conducting genealogical and historical research to locate descendants and engage new participants.
-Documenting personal histories from descendants of Rosenstrasse protesters and German-Jewish intermarriages.
-Creating and curating family webpages with photos, stories, and documents.
-Supporting website development and content updates for the Foundation.
Students may tailor their involvement based on their interests and skills, whether in history, writing, research, genealogy, language translation (German/French), or digital media. Exemplary student research will be published through the foundation and additional support will be provided for other publishing opportunities.
This is more than a research project; it's a chance to shape how resistance and courage are remembered, to inspire more of it. By participating, you’ll help ensure these legacies are preserved, shared, and honored for generations to come.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Some knowledge of web design and/or German is welcomed but not required.
Mentoring Philosophy
UROP researchers will participate in weekly meetings with Liam Wirsansky (FSU, BA, M.S., & FSU Director of Research and Development of the Rosenstrasse Civil Courage Foundation), who will supervise and facilitate coordinating the research and developing the needed skills and historical context for students to be successful alongside the direction of Professors George Williamson and Nathan Stoltzfus, together with other current and former students who work with the foundation.Additional Information
Link to Publications
rosenstrassefoundation.orgSurvey of international issues
survey - international - perception - attitudes
Research Mentor: Patrick Merle,
Department, College, Affiliation: School of Communication, Communication and Information
Contact Email: pmerle@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: School of Communication, Communication and Information
Contact Email: pmerle@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
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Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
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Project Description
The idea is to assist with the creation of a student survey of attitudes and perceptions of international issues.Research Tasks: review literature
develop survey instrument
assist in analysis
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: attention to details - required
interest in global issues - required
attention to news - required
survey methodology knowledge - recommended
Mentoring Philosophy
As a mentor, my responsibility is to understand each mentee with respect, empathy, and sympathy, while challenging them to gain confidence in their abilities. I strive to identify what can motivate them to push through their own limits and allow them to feel that they can succeed in a safe environment. I encourage their development through academic readings and other tasks of higher level to really challenge them.Additional Information
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***United Nations - Sustainable Goal 3
health, well being, united nations
Research Mentor: patrick merle,
Department, College, Affiliation: School of Communication, Communication and Information
Contact Email: pmerle@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: School of Communication, Communication and Information
Contact Email: pmerle@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
Not participating in the roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
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Project Description
this project is associated with the United Nations Academic Impact initiative focused on health and well being. the idea is to develop a couple of projects relevant to that initiative. It is linked to UN Sustainable Goal 3.Research Tasks: review of literature on health and well being with communication
review of literature on united nations projects
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: interest in global issues - required
interest in health and well being - required
knowledge of research methods (survey, in-depth interviews, experiments) - recommended
attention to details - required
Mentoring Philosophy
As a mentor, my responsibility is to understand each mentee with respect, empathy, and sympathy, while challenging them to gain confidence in their abilities. I strive to identify what can motivate them to push through their own limits and allow them to feel that they can succeed in a safe environment. I encourage their development through academic readings and other tasks of higher level to really challenge them.Additional Information
Link to Publications
Predictive Intersection Safety System (PREDISS)
sensor fusion, intersection safety, machine learning, artificual intelligence
Research Mentor: Dr. Paul Bupe,
Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Advanced Power Systems (CAPS), N/A
Contact Email: pb24p@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Advanced Power Systems (CAPS), N/A
Contact Email: pb24p@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Open to all Engineering and Computer Science majors
Project Location: 2000 Levy Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32310 - Near the MagLab and FAMU-FSU Engineering in Innovation Park
Research Assistant Transportation Required: "Innovation" bus route Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
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Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Open to all Engineering and Computer Science majors
Project Location: 2000 Levy Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32310 - Near the MagLab and FAMU-FSU Engineering in Innovation Park
Research Assistant Transportation Required: "Innovation" bus route Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
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Project Description
This project leverages state-of-the-art machine learning, controls, and autonomous vehicle technologies to improve the safety of pedestrians at intersections.This research is part of a group of projects in our lab that focus on autonomous vehicle research across different settings, including urban roads, water, racing environments, and multi-vehicle collaboration. You will be exposed to key areas such as sensor technologies, environmental perception, vehicle localization, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
Our lab uses the latest technologies in machine learning, control theory, optimization methods, and connected systems to create resilient and autonomous systems. Our research involves multiple disciplines, bringing together expertise from mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, embedded systems design, mathematics, and computer science.
Research Tasks: 1) Algorithm Development and Implementation
-- Includes perception, control, localization, and path planning
2) Machine Learning Model Tuning
-- Training and improving machine learning models.
3) System Integration and Testing
-- Combining software and hardware components, conducting simulations and real-world experiments
4) Collaborative Research and Documentation
-- Team meetings, literature reviews, and recording research findings
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: REQUIRED:
- Demonstrated experience with any programming language
- Attention to detail
- Problem-Solving
RECOMMENDED:
- A basic understanding of:
-- 1. Machine learning
-- 2. Computer hardware, electronic devices
- Time management
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy revolves around empowering students to be independent problem solvers in any domain. I treat students as subject-matter experts in their respective projects and serve as a resource alongside them when they need help, to brainstorm ideas, and if there is an issue of safety. My students should expect to look things up, learn new skills, acquire knowledge needed to accomplish their tasks, and have fun while being in a safe and professional environment. I do not expect perfection, just a willingness to learn and recover quickly from any failures. There is always something new to learn and I look forward to learning new things from students.Additional Information
News segment about the technology: https://www.wctv.tv/2025/03/05/tallahassee-traffic-safety-turning-new-direction-with-joint-famu-fsu-artificial-intelligence/Link to Publications
https://ras-lab.com/prediss/Tribology and Characterization of Hydrogen Exposed Refractory Metals
wear, friction, refractory metals, hydrogen, XPS, tribology, furnace
Research Mentor: Catherine Fidd, she/her
Department, College, Affiliation: Mechanical Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: cf22k@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Mechanical Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: cf22k@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: AME Building- 2003 Levy Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: bus Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: AME Building- 2003 Levy Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: bus Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
- Day: Tuesday, September 2
Start Time: 3:30
End Time: 5:30
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/92219172548 - Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 12:30
End Time: 3:30
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/92219172548
Project Description
Hydrogen is rapidly gaining popularity as a "clean" energy source. Understanding the effects of hydrogen aging on materials, in this case metals, is important to ensure longevity of components that are exposed to hydrogen. For example, hydrogen turbines require materials that are creep resistant to temperatures >1200 degrees C. Refractory metals are a promising option due to their tolerance of high temperatures. This project investigates the effect of hydrogen exposure on the tribological properties of refractory metals exposed to hydrogen at high temperatures. It also aims to characterize crystallinity, chemical, and phase changes in the materials using methods such as XPS, XRD, and electron microscopy.Research Tasks: Operation of high temperature hydrogen furnace
Friction and wear testing of materials on tribometers
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: *skills for this can/ will be taught
-Matlab*
-Calculus (recommended but not required)
-Chemistry (recommended but not required)
-XPS (Xray photoelectron spectroscopy)
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy revolves around fostering independence while providing support and guidance. In the context of polymer processing and mechanical testing, my approach emphasizes empowering students to take ownership of their project, starting with foundational training and evolving into self-directed work. I believe in the ultimate goal of developing critical thinking skills through data processing and analysis. I encourage students to delve deeply into relevant literature, linking past research with their experimental results. By maintaining open lines of communication, I aim to create an environment where questions are welcomed and curiosity is nurtured. Our lab has a multi-tiered mentoring structure, where the student will be able to talk to both the graduate student and faculty advisor regarding the project. My role is to guide and support, helping students navigate challenges and refine their understanding, ultimately leading to a more profound grasp of both the theoretical and practical aspects of their project.Additional Information
This project has some work that can be conducted on main campus as well.Link to Publications
https://web1.eng.famu.fsu.edu/~bkrick/History of Hispanic Contributions to FSU
Hispanic, Latinos, History, Heritage, Tradition, Alumni, Legacy
Research Mentor: Dr. Sindy Chapa,
Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Hispanic Marketing Communication , Communication and Information
Contact Email: schapa@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Anel Brandl
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: abrandl@fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: s.delpino@fsu.edu Shanelle Del Pino
Faculty Collaborators Email: s.delpino@fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Hispanic Marketing Communication , Communication and Information
Contact Email: schapa@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Anel Brandl
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: abrandl@fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: s.delpino@fsu.edu Shanelle Del Pino
Faculty Collaborators Email: s.delpino@fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 6
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
Not participating in the roundtable
Number of Research Assistants: 6
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: No, the project is remote Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
Not participating in the roundtable
Project Description
The History of Hispanic Contributions to FSU project seeks to document, preserve, and elevate the legacy of Hispanic/Latinx students, alumni, faculty, and organizations at Florida State University. This project will explore how Hispanic individuals and communities have shaped the cultural, academic, and social fabric of FSU. By combining archival research, oral histories, and community engagement, this work aims to highlight contributions that have historically been underrepresented in institutional narratives, while fostering a deeper understanding of diversity and inclusion on campus.Research Tasks: Conduct a literature review of FSU archives, yearbooks, newspapers, and scholarly sources.
Collect oral histories and interviews with alumni, faculty, and staff.
Analyze qualitative data from interviews, archival material, and historical documents.
Synthesize findings into research reports, timelines, and potential publications.
Assist in curating digital or physical exhibits to share the project’s findings with broader audiences.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required: Strong written and verbal communication; qualitative research skills; attention to detail; ability to manage and organize data; professionalism when conducting interviews.
Recommended: Familiarity with Hispanic/Latinx studies, oral history methods, archival research, and/or digital storytelling platforms.
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy centers on mutual respect, collaboration, and empowerment. I view mentorship as a partnership in which mentees are encouraged to set their own goals, while I provide guidance, support, and resources to help them succeed. I prioritize creating a safe and inclusive environment where mentees feel comfortable asking questions, taking risks, and learning from mistakes. By identifying each mentee’s strengths and motivations, I aim to tailor opportunities that foster professional growth and confidence. I share my own experiences and lessons learned openly, believing that transparency builds trust and accountability. Ultimately, I want mentees to develop ownership of their work, confidence in their abilities, and a strong sense of pride in contributing to meaningful research that uplifts underrepresented voices.Additional Information
Florida State University Libraries Honors Theses: The Division of Undergraduate Studies2014The Role of Hip-Hop Music and Culture: Opinions of the Lives of Ethnically and Racially Diverse College StudentsLink to Publications
https://studylib.net/doc/8359480/the-role-of-hip-hop-music-and-culture--opinions-of-the-li...***Crisis Response Planning Tool
Data Visualization, High Proformance Computing, Public Policy
Research Mentor: Dr. Veronica White,
Department, College, Affiliation: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: vwhite@eng.famu.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Khiran Kumar
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: kc25i@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: vwhite@eng.famu.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Khiran Kumar
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: kc25i@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors, with preference given to engineering and computer science and related majors
Project Location: Engineering Building B, option to work remotely or in-person
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Venom or FSU bus system to engineering campus Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
Number of Research Assistants: 2
Relevant Majors: Open to all majors, with preference given to engineering and computer science and related majors
Project Location: Engineering Building B, option to work remotely or in-person
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Venom or FSU bus system to engineering campus Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
- Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 4:30
End Time: 5:00
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/95629400981 - Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 1:30
End Time: 2:00
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/95629400981
Project Description
This project will create a free online tool to aid jurisdictions nationwide in deciding how to best respond to emergency calls involving mental and behavioral health issues. The tool would allow decision-makers to enter data reflecting their community and return results of how their community would perform under various crisis response policies. A past 6-page conference paper listed below covers the type of research that will feed into the application. This project will require collaboration with multiple students working on various aspects. Currently an early version of the applicaiton, created in RStudio exisits.You will help build up the underlying dataset through running jobs on the FSU computing cluster and provide feedback to other members of the team. You will work on completeing the Gadseden County, FL case study or the Honolulu, HI case study.
Research Tasks: Data Collection, Data analysis, working with High Preformance Computing, providing feedback to academic papers, working with R and R studio
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: GitHub or Github Desktop (required)
VScode (recommended)
R and R studio (recommended)
working with High Preformance Computing (recommended)
Mentoring Philosophy
It is my goal as a faculty member to be a mentor to students from a variety of backgrounds and programs. I promise to provide a safe environment built on mutual respect and understanding, hold you accountable to the goals you set, and provide guidance on what research and meaningful research deliverables are. I aim to build relationships with my students that make them feel supported and valued. I expect you to do your best and communicate quickly when personal and research-related issues arise, especially when they impact your work and progress. I look forward to working with you, learning about what motivates you, and working together to achieve our goals.Additional Information
Current lab members: https://vmwhite.github.io/lab_members.htmlLink to Publications
https://vmwhite.github.io/docs/IISE_2024_CARES.pdf*** Anomaly Detection Research and Development for Real-World Datasets
anomaly detection, python, programming, data science, artificial intelligence, machine learning
Research Mentor: Amanda Lovett,
Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: alovett@coaps.fsu.edu
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Faculty Collaborators: Shawn R. Smith
Faculty Collaborators Email: smith@coaps.fsu.edu
Department, College, Affiliation: Center for Ocean-Atmospheric Prediction Studies, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: alovett@coaps.fsu.edu
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Faculty Collaborators: Shawn R. Smith
Faculty Collaborators Email: smith@coaps.fsu.edu
Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Computer science, data science, scientific computing, computer engineering, or other related disciplines.
Project Location: 2000 Levy Avenue, Building A, Suite 292
Research Assistant Transportation Required: FSU bus system provides transport between main campus and Innovation Park Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
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Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Computer science, data science, scientific computing, computer engineering, or other related disciplines.
Project Location: 2000 Levy Avenue, Building A, Suite 292
Research Assistant Transportation Required: FSU bus system provides transport between main campus and Innovation Park Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
Not participating in the roundtable
Project Description
If you are looking for a research-centric project that will teach you how to work with real-world data, identifying different kinds of anomalies, and implementing machine learning models, this is the project for you. The Marine Data Center (MDC) at FSU is looking for a student who is willing and eager to engage in a research project that requires investigating existing data and developing code, specifically implementing machine learning frameworks, for working with this data.The MDC receives weather and ocean data from numerous research vessels on a daily basis, which results in an extensive dataset spanning back 20 years. There are several circumstances in which data is considered anomalous, such as instrument malfunction or an extreme weather event. These anomalies are reflected in the data itself, which data analysts often have to manually identify and record. Considering the sheer quantity of data the MDC works with, this can be an extremely time consuming affair.
The goal of the project is to lay down the foundation for future anomaly detection work at the MDC. The student should have an interest in machine learning, programming, and experimenting via trial and error. The student is expected to actively try different pre-existing machine learning frameworks to determine what systems may be effective for our datasets.
Research Tasks: The student will be responsible for researching, investigating, and developing machine learning systems for use on real-world datasets. The student will work with both data analysts and software developers to obtain a better understanding of both data and programming concepts. The student will need to study current anomaly detection frameworks and apply them to in-house data to determine which systems are effective, which includes setting up training/testing sets. The student will be expected to report on their progress to superiors on a weekly basis and communicate should any issues arise.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: The ability to learn new programming languages and/or frameworks, basic understanding of data analysis, paying attention to detail, and communicating effectively with team members will be essential. Any level of experience with past programming projects, specifically those involving Python will be beneficial, but not necessary. Experience with Linux or using a command line interface is desired, but not required.
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy centers on fostering a student’s growth through practical skill development. I aim to guide students through projects that not only deepen their academic understanding but also equip them with real-world skills essential for their future careers. I believe in treating students with respect, maintaining an open-door policy for any questions or concerns, and providing consistent, constructive feedback. I strive to inspire confidence and independence in my students by creating a supportive and engaging environment.Additional Information
Link to Publications
Nuclear Waste Disposal Transportation Simulation
Discrete event simulation, python, transportation
Research Mentor: vwhite@eng.famu.fsu.edu Veronica White, Dr.
Department, College, Affiliation: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: vwhite@eng.famu.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Alexis Andaverde
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: aa24cc@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: vwhite@eng.famu.fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Alexis Andaverde
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: aa24cc@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Engineering, statistics, Computer science, mathematics or related/high intrested individuals
Project Location: Engineering Building B, option to work remotely or in-person
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Venom or FSU bus system to engineering campus Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Engineering, statistics, Computer science, mathematics or related/high intrested individuals
Project Location: Engineering Building B, option to work remotely or in-person
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Venom or FSU bus system to engineering campus Remote or In-person: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 7-10, Flexible schedule (Combination of business and outside of business. TBD between student and research mentor.)
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
- Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 1:00
End Time: 1:30
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/95629400981
Project Description
The research will focus on modeling the operational flow of a general nuclear waste management through discrete event simulation, via the python package simpy. The overal project has three main simulations: the waste inspection model, the transportation model, and the waste storage model. You will create the transportation model that transports the waste to underground facilities which connects the other two models. Currently we have input data from the first process. You will work closely with the PhD student and the paper will ideally lead to a conference paper.Research Tasks: data management
data analysis
research writing
python coding
working with computing clusters
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: github or github desktop (required)
python (recommeded, some sort of computing language required)
excel (recommended)
vscode (recommended)
zotero (recommended