UROP Project
Reaction rates of atmospheric pollutants: computational methods for atmospheric chemistry
environmental science, chemistry, pollution
Research Mentor: Prof. Christopher Holmes,
Department, College, Affiliation: Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: cdholmes@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Science, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: cdholmes@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Chemistry, Physics, Computer science, Environmental Science, Meteorology
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: Chemistry, Physics, Computer science, Environmental Science, Meteorology
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
Chemical reaction rates control the lifetime and distribution of many pollutants and trace gases in the atmosphere. For many emerging pollutants and volatile organic compounds involved in ozone production and aerosol production, these reaction rates have not (yet) been measured in a laboratory. Instead, reaction rates are predicted from structure-activity relationships (SAR). This project will generate data to test a new SAR for atmospheric oxidation and compare it to existing SARs. The research student will use Windows and Linux computer programs to predict reaction rates and bond enthalpies, compile a spreadsheet comparing reaction rates with new and old methods, and use statistical tests (regression, t-test, ANOVA) to compare the two methods.Research Tasks: literature review of chemical datasets, programming in Linux and Python, statistical data analysis
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Python or Linux experience desired, chemistry coursework (familiarity with enthalpy, Arrhenius equation), basic statistics (e.g. regression, t-test, ANOVA)
Mentoring Philosophy
The student involved in this project will work semi-independently with frequent guidance and support from the mentor and other group members. An organized approach to recordkeeping is also essential.Additional Information
I am available for individual meetings with students interested in working on this project. Please contact me by email. Include a description of your experience or skills relevant to this project in the email.Link to Publications
https://acgc.eoas.fsu.eduDevelop a software interface for a bioreactor
software, programing, coding
Research Mentor: Christopher Solís, MBA, PhD,
Department, College, Affiliation: Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences, Education, Health, and Human Sciences
Contact Email: csolis@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences, Education, Health, and Human Sciences
Contact Email: csolis@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Computer and information sciences, Exercise physiology, Information technology, Mechanical engineering, Mathematics, Chemical engineering, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Electrical and electronics engineering, Computer engineering, Clinical nutrition/nutritionist, Chemistry, Physics, Bioengineering and biomedical engineering, Computational science, Computational biology.
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: On campus Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, 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 and information sciences, Exercise physiology, Information technology, Mechanical engineering, Mathematics, Chemical engineering, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Electrical and electronics engineering, Computer engineering, Clinical nutrition/nutritionist, Chemistry, Physics, Bioengineering and biomedical engineering, Computational science, Computational biology.
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: On campus Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, 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
We are developing a bioreactor to maintain mammalian cells. We are seeking for an undergraduate student with strong computer science backgrounds to aid with the development of the software interface.Research Tasks: 1) Select language with team
2) Create various prototypes
3) Test/evaluate prototypes
4) Improve code based on tests performed,
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Strong experience with software development and GUI is preferred. Preferred languages include Arduino, Java Script, C++, C#, Python, or MATLAB/Simulink.
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy is simple: you can reach the stars if you are in a supportive environment. My goal as a mentor is to provide the right conditions for my mentees to thrive. Examples of how I achieve this are by first and foremost, being available for my mentees to ask questions and get help at the earliest possible. Second, I provide the motivation and the key information for trainees to understand what is the main problem and why it must be solved. Third, I provide my trainees with the career advice they need to that from day one they can start getting feedback of where they can go with their careers. I am cognizant that motivation is an important driver of success because without the right catalyst the smallest challenge ahead will become daunting.Additional Information
lab page: https://solislab.create.fsu.eduInstagram: https://www.instagram.com
Link to Publications
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=vAoAMrwAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=aoDevelop a hardware mainframe for a bioreactor
mechanics, mechatronic, robotics
Research Mentor: Christopher Solís, PhD, MBA,
Department, College, Affiliation: Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences, Education, Health, and Human Sciences
Contact Email: csolis@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences, Education, Health, and Human Sciences
Contact Email: csolis@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 1
Relevant Majors: Mechanical engineering, Chemical engineering, Electrical and electronics engineering, Physics, Bioengineering and biomedical engineering.
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: On campus Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, 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: Mechanical engineering, Chemical engineering, Electrical and electronics engineering, Physics, Bioengineering and biomedical engineering.
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: On campus Remote or In-person: Partially Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 8, 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
We are developing a bioreactor to maintain mammalian cells. We are seeking for an undergraduate student with strong computer science backgrounds to aid with the development of the hardware components.Research Tasks: 1) Develop blueprint designs
2) Create various prototypes
3) Test/evaluate prototypes
4) Improve code based on tests performed
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Experience with 3D printing, hardware design, CNC is highly desired.
Competitive candidates with experience using Fusion 360 or Solidworks will be prioritized.
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring philosophy is simple: you can reach the stars if you are in a supportive environment. My goal as a mentor is to provide the right conditions for my mentees to thrive. Examples of how I achieve this are by first and foremost, being available for my mentees to ask questions and get help at the earliest possible. Second, I provide the motivation and the key information for trainees to understand what is the main problem and why it must be solved. Third, I provide my trainees with the career advice they need to that from day one they can start getting feedback of where they can go with their careers. I am cognizant that motivation is an important driver of success because without the right catalyst the smallest challenge ahead will become daunting.Additional Information
lab page: https://solislab.create.fsu.eduInstagram: https://www.instagram.com
Link to Publications
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=vAoAMrwAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=aoOver the Town: Cultural Cartography through Digital Humanities
Digital Humanities, Creative Writing, Interdisciplinary Studies, Archival Research, Public Storytelling
Research Mentor: Professor Roach Christell Victoria Roach, she/her/hers
Department, College, Affiliation: English, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: cvroach@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: English, Arts and Sciences
Contact Email: cvroach@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 4
Relevant Majors: Open to All Majors:
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History
English / Creative Writing
African American Studies
Communication / Media Studies
Anthropology
Digital Humanities
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: 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:
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History
English / Creative Writing
African American Studies
Communication / Media Studies
Anthropology
Digital Humanities
Project Location: On FSU Main Campus
Research Assistant Transportation Required: 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: Wednesday, September 3
Start Time: 12:00
End Time: 12:30
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu - Day: Wednesday, September 3
Start Time: 12:30
End Time: 1:00
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu - Day: Wednesday, September 3
Start Time: 1:00
End Time: 1:30
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu - Day: Wednesday, September 3
Start Time: 1:30
End Time: 2:00
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu - Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 7:00
End Time: 7:30
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu - Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 7:30
End Time: 8:00
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu - Day: Friday, September 5
Start Time: 3:00
End Time: 3:30
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu - Day: Friday, September 5
Start Time: 3:30
End Time: 4:00
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu - Day: Friday, September 5
Start Time: 4:00
End Time: 4:30
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu - Day: Friday, September 5
Start Time: 4:30
End Time: 5:00
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/launch/chat?src=direct_chat_link&email=cvr22%40fsu.edu
Project Description
This project explores historic sites and communities across Florida through the lens of digital humanities. Building on my augmented reality (AR) storytelling app, Over the Town (OTOWN), students will research towns such as Eatonville, Rosewood, Sistrunk (Fort Lauderdale), and Coconut Grove, uncovering histories that dominant archives have abandoned. For each site beyond Tallahassee, students will also discover their own site in Tallahassee to explore and practice archiving in real time.This research makes use of multiple methods to combat silencing and erasure — making "something out of nothing." Importantly, each of these sites contains historically Black stories we will uncover and amplify. Violence toward Black bodies has never been our history. In an effort to decenter oppressive narratives, we will research both place and people, foregrounding resilience, creativity, and community.
Each student will engage in archival research, oral history, and field documentation of a specific community, then synthesize their findings into both scholarly analysis and creative storytelling. Students will also have the opportunity to author their own narrative or poem about the site and potentially record their voice as a narrator within the OTOWN app. In this way, research becomes not only preservation, but also public art and digital archiving.
This is a truly interdisciplinary project that merges history, literature, media studies, anthropology, and technology— while also serving as a community-engaged initiative to preserve heritage in Florida.
Research Tasks: Conduct archival research and oral history interviews.
Write and record a short creative or narrative piece about the site
Document cultural sites through photography, mapping, or audio.
Explore permissions and access for sharing archival and familial content.
Create digital platform for the historic site (website, blog, etc.)
Collaborate across disciplines to integrate research and storytelling into a digital humanities project.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Interest in history, Southern studies, Black heritage, or diaspora studies.
Strong writing and research skills (for humanities students).
Basic digital media or storytelling experience (for comms/creative writers).
Curiosity, openness, and willingness to collaborate across disciplines.
Interest in public storytelling and community engagement.
Strong organization, creative curiosity, and a willingness to immerse yourself in a different world.
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring is rooted in collaboration, creativity, and community. I see research as comprehensive storytelling, and I encourage students to approach history and culture not just as information to be studied, but as living narratives they can help uncover, preserve, and share. I believe in creating a space where students feel empowered to bring their own skills, backgrounds, and voices into the work—whether that means writing, documenting, curating, performing, or even coding!I mentor by modeling rigor and curiosity: asking difficult questions, digging into silenced histories, and practicing care in how we represent people and places. Because this project is interdisciplinary, I encourage students to learn from one another’s strengths and to take risks outside their comfort zones. Importantly, I take pride in my identity and heritage — and I want to encourage a curiosity in other minoritized students that is self-actualizing, and capable of defying complacency and ignorance in society. Ta-Nehisi Coates says, "In America, it is traditional to destroy the Black body." I encourage everyone to reject, overcome, and rediscover histories that depend upon their silence and ignorance. Leonard Pitts says, "our ancestors deserve the dignity of memory—" I want to encourage love offerings, passion projects, and stubborn queries in everyone.
Most importantly, this project is for everyone***. While it may speak to specific communities, I hope to inspire students with a replicable methodology for uncovering the stories they are uniquely capable of telling.
Additional Information
This project is part of my YoungArts Fellowship, my dissertation research, and is directly connected to my forthcoming books of poetry. Students will have multiple opportunities for creative engagement outside of research hours, including performances, readings, hosted events, and special invitations offered exclusively to research mentees.I believe in getting work into the community in the most accessible way possible—through public performances, digital exhibitions, and interactive storytelling events. Mentees will not only contribute to an interdisciplinary research project, but also take part in the creative process of bringing this work into the world.
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Link to Publications
https://www.cvrpoet.com*** Smart Grids + Artificial Intelligence: Powering the Future with Data and Machine Learning
Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Energy Systems (Smart Grids, Power Grids, Renewable Energy, Electric Vehicles)
Research Mentor: Ravikumar Gelli, Dr., Prof.,
Department, College, Affiliation: Electrical and Computer Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: rgelli@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Electrical and Computer Engineering, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: rgelli@fsu.edu
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Looking for Research Assistants: Yes
Number of Research Assistants: 6
Relevant Majors: Electrical Engineers, Software Engineers, Computer Engineers, Computer Science
Project Location: The Center for Advanced Power Systems 2000 Levy Avenue Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours a week, During business hours
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Number of Research Assistants: 6
Relevant Majors: Electrical Engineers, Software Engineers, Computer Engineers, Computer Science
Project Location: The Center for Advanced Power Systems 2000 Levy Avenue Tallahassee, FL 32310
Research Assistant Transportation Required: Yes Remote or In-person: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5-10 hours a week, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
- Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 2:00
End Time: 2:30
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/93292513597?pwd=NRvY5jOli8ETIUbWg7coJl1EzCgsIn.1
Project Description
This project investigates how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) can be applied to modern electric power systems, often called “smart grids.” As the grid integrates renewable energy, electric vehicles, and advanced communication systems, AI offers powerful tools for improving reliability, efficiency, and security. Our research focuses on developing AI-driven methods for predicting renewable generation, managing electric vehicle charging, detecting anomalies, and enhancing grid operations. Students will gain exposure to real-world datasets, energy challenges, and emerging technologies at the intersection of AI, data science, and sustainability.Research Tasks: Potential tasks include:
(1) Conducting a literature review on AI applications in smart grids, renewable energy, and electric vehicles.
(2) Working with real-world and simulated energy datasets (solar, wind, EV charging, load demand).
(3) Performing data cleaning, preprocessing, and visualization using Python.
(4) Applying and testing machine learning models (classification, regression, clustering, anomaly detection).
(5) Assisting in the development of interactive dashboards to communicate research outcomes.
(6) Supporting technical documentation and preparing figures/tables for research reports or publications.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required:
Basic programming experience (Python preferred)
Willingness to learn new technical concepts
Strong curiosity and commitment to collaborative research
Recommended:
Familiarity with data science libraries (NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, or Scikit-learn)
Introductory knowledge of AI/ML concepts
Interest in renewable energy, sustainability, or power systems
Mentoring Philosophy
My mentoring approach emphasizes inclusivity, growth, and hands-on learning. I believe undergraduates should be treated as valuable contributors to the research team, not just assistants. I tailor guidance to each student’s background, starting from their current skill level and progressively building confidence and independence.I encourage students to:
(1) Ask questions and share ideas freely in a supportive environment.
(2) Balance technical skill-building (coding, data analysis, critical thinking) with understanding the big picture of why the research matters.
(3) Take ownership of subprojects that align with their interests, so they see the impact of their work.
(4) Gain exposure to both academic and real-world applications, preparing them for future research, graduate studies, or industry careers.
My ultimate goal is to ensure that every student leaves the project with new technical skills, a stronger sense of confidence, and a clear understanding of how their work contributes to advancing sustainable energy and AI for the public good.
Additional Information
Link to Publications
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=GOmssZMAAAAJ&hl=enOpen-Ended Survey Response Analysis Using LLMs
LLM, AI, survey, machine learning, qualitative, data visualization
Research Mentor: Dr. Brian Wilcoxon,
Department, College, Affiliation: Office of the Provost, Graduate Student Resource Center, N/A
Contact Email: bwilcoxon@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Hugh Long
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: hal20a@fsu.edu
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Department, College, Affiliation: Office of the Provost, Graduate Student Resource Center, N/A
Contact Email: bwilcoxon@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Hugh Long
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: hal20a@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: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
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: In-person
Approximate Weekly Hours: 5, During business hours
Roundtable Times and Zoom Link:
- Day: Tuesday, September 2
Start Time: 2:00
End Time: 3:00
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/95742015494 - Day: Wednesday, September 3
Start Time: 3:00
End Time: 4:00
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/99198105935 - Day: Thursday, September 4
Start Time: 1:30
End Time: 2:30
Zoom Link: https://fsu.zoom.us/j/98743139935
Project Description
The Graduate Student Resource Center (GSRC)within the Office of the Provost is conducting quantitative and qualitative research studies on FSU student success. We help the broader university develop new data on graduate students and better understand what may impact graduation from the university, time to graduation, and satisfaction with their overall experience, as well as many questions within and beyond those topics. The GSRC team is currently tackling the following project, which you would assist with: the analysis of survey of current students that has open-ended questions and a large number of qualitative responses. Specific projects that you could pursue include:- Under what conditions could using a large language model to analyze qualitative data be effective? What are advantages and disadvantages of using such a model? How can we best leverage these models in qualitative research?
- How can we improve upon existing work at FSU using LLMs to classify open ended survey data?? How could it be adjusted to be more effective?
Research Tasks: The student research assistant will join our team to help with the following possible tasks:
• Basic literature review and background reading.
• Review and provide suggestions about the current structure for coding qualitative survey responses
• Using the current FSU model and current qualitative codes, assist in checking the accuracy of the current model
• Planning emendations to the model for the Fall 2025 survey data
• Shadow an analyst running the model for the Fall 2025 survey data
• Drafting visualizations for reporting purposes
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required skills
- Self-motivated / can work independently with some guidance
- Communicates effectively, especially when there is a problem
- Interested in studying data analytics, survey methodology
Recommended skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, some exposure to Excel
- Exposure to academic journal databases
- Ability to effectively summarize information both verbally and in writing
Mentoring Philosophy
No matter your starting point, working on this project can help you develop research skills that are beneficial to success in a multitude of different academic environments. However, there are a few character traits that I consider universally needed for success in any field, and I aim to help any mentee develop these, both by demonstrating them in my own work, and in more active guidance. First, I want to encourage persistent curiosity and imagination in the way you approach and think through problems. Academic work is rarely about answering a single big question, but about learning how to break something into incremental problems and steps that build toward a solution. We will do this together, as a team, and you will be considered a vital partner in this process. As this work takes place, I want to encourage you to remain humble in knowing that there are always more questions to ask, but at the same time, confident enough to know that a dissatisfying answer is not an indictment of you as a person or thinker. Second, I want to encourage you to feel ok with working as part of a research team and asking simple questions. I do not have the answers, and I will not expect anyone else to. What I will expect is that we talk openly about the answers we are looking for, and explore the different ways we might find them together.Additional Information
You will need to bring their own laptop to our office. You would sit in a small cube in a quiet space with immediate access to your research team.Link to Publications
Hurricane Impact on Urban Mobility: Congestion Detection and Resilience Analysis
Hurricane Evacuation, Urban Mobility, Big Data Analytics, Transportation Resilience, Traffic congestion and Bottleneck Identification
Research Mentor: yp25f@fsu.edu Yuyan Pan, she/her
Department, College, Affiliation: Florida State University, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: yp25f@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Dr. Qianwen Guo she/her
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: yp25f@fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Yuyan Pan
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Department, College, Affiliation: Florida State University, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Contact Email: yp25f@fsu.edu
Research Assistant Supervisor (if different from mentor): Dr. Dr. Qianwen Guo she/her
Research Assistant Supervisor Email: yp25f@fsu.edu
Faculty Collaborators: Yuyan Pan
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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: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 6, 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: Fully Remote
Approximate Weekly Hours: 6, 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
This project investigates how hurricanes affect traffic flow dynamics and urban mobility systems. Using high-resolution real-world data from INRIX (which will be provided by the supervisor), we aim to understand how congestion emerges, spreads, and recovers during extreme weather events. The study will provide valuable insights into transportation resilience and emergency response. Students will gain hands-on experience in data analytics, Python programming, and interpreting mobility patterns under disaster conditions.Research Tasks: Students will:
Conduct literature reviews on transportation resilience and disaster response.
Process and analyze large-scale INRIX traffic datasets.
Visualize traffic congestion and recovery patterns using Python.
Identify key relationships between storm intensity and mobility impacts.
Contribute to discussions and reports summarizing findings for research dissemination.
Skills that research assistant(s) may need: Required:
Basic knowledge of data analysis and statistics
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
Interest in transportation, urban mobility, or environmental issues
Recommended:
Experience with Python (e.g., pandas, matplotlib, or Jupyter Notebook)
Familiarity with GIS tools or data visualization software
Understanding of basic concepts in transportation systems or urban planning