Ahmad Abdal Qader
Research Assistant at University of Rochester Medical Center
Biomedical Engineer with a focus in signal processing, neuroengineering, and data analysis
I strive to bring ideas to life through agile and hands-on project development.
University of Rochester Medical Center
https://www.linkedin.com/company/university-of-rochester-medical-center
Project: Investigating the association between calcium dynamics and developmental morphology of Neural Precursor Cells.
Employ and optimize segmentation and object separation algorithms to automatically segment cells and quantify their temporal and spatial calcium activity in two-photon and fluorescent microscopy images. Perform dimensionality reduction analysis and produce summary figures to give deep insights into collected data. Code efficient and cross-compatible MATLAB interface granting access to complex image acquisition parameters by leveraging Genric Transport Layer protocols. Develop image analysis software to study and track cell cultures' growth in vitro and in brain slices. Culture and label human stem cells with viral vectors and acquire microscopy images.
Rochester, New York, United States
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Research Assistant
University of Rochester
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Create training modules and supervise the delivery of technical training for student staff. Oversee student staff, organize the staff schedule, and help full-time staff in the overall management of the IT Center. Interview applicants, probe for their potential, and make hiring suggestions to full-time staff.
Rochester, New York Area
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Student Supervisor
University of Rochester
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Troubleshoot hardware and software issues on students and faculty's devices. Handle complex technical tickets and navigate ongoing projects on Jira. Assist in maintaining the wired network in the university’s dormitories.
University of Rochester
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Technical Assistant
University of Rochester
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Advise students and staff on their software and hardware purchasing decisions.
Rochester, New York Area
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Computer Consultant
International Baccalaureate
High School
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UWC Dilijan College
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Bachelor's degree
Biomedical Engineering
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University of Rochester
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Received $80,000 in tuition payments to attend the University of Rochester.
Davis UWC Scholars Organization
Davis Scholarship Award
Abnormal Psychology
PSY 282
Advanced Digital Signal Processing
ECE 246
Applied Electromagnetic Waves
ECE 230
Biomedical Computation
BME 221
Biosystems and Circuits
BME 210
Control Systems Engineering
BME 228
Electricity and Magnetism
PHY 122
Fundamentals of Biomechanics
BME 201
Interfacing With Microcontrollers
BME 150
Linear Algebra and Differential Equations
MTH 165
Neuroengineering
BME 218
Neuroscience of Neuroprosthetics
BME 415
Quantitative Physiology
BME 260
Signals and Imaging
BME 230
Technical Entrepreneurship
ENT 225
Human Anatomy
BME 258
Recorded neural responses of cricket Auditory Nerve bundles in response to stimuli with various amplitude modulation frequencies to investigate the neural encoding mechanisms of slow envelopes. Performed vector strength and reverse correlation analyses on acquired neural data and developed efficient routines in MATLAB.
Neural encoding of auditory stimulus envelope in cricket auditory fibers
Simulated 5D Hodgkin-Huxley conductance models with the necessary ion channels to represent coincidence detection neurons in the Medial Superior Olive. Used Rinzel's approximations to reduce simulation dimensionality to 2D and visualize Action Potentials via Phase-Plane analysis.
Simulation of 5D Hodgkin-Huxley conductance models of neurons
Education
United World College Lebanon NC
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Organized fundraising campaigns across US colleges and gathered over $12,000 to cover gaps in partial scholarships and allow two students to pursue their education at United World College and receive their International Baccalaureate.
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Fundraiser Volunteer
Education
Go MAD (Go Make A Difference)
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The program focused on inspiring students in refugee camps in Lebanon to continue their education. During the program, our team helped the students through brainstorming their own Aquaponics system design and provided them with the necessary materials to build and test it. This project's main goal was to promote and emphasize the importance of seeking education among young youth in refugee camps in Lebanon by providing hands-on experiences and mentorship.
Project Organizer
Social Services
IDeA Foundation Armenia
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Program facilitator and visits manager during the Aurora Peace Prize ceremony 2018 at United World College Dilijan, Armenia
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Volunteering during Aurora prize ceremony
Social Services
UNRWA
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Organizer of "Light the Roads" youth project funded by UNRWA. Installed solar panel-powered street lights around a refugee camp to alleviate the hardship of electricity rationing in Lebanon. The project was a success and the installation was complete. A group of volunteers are responsible now of the monthly checks and repairs of the devices.
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Project Organizer
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Rochester, NY
Marcos Coto 🔋
Incoming Venture Capital Analyst at StepStone Group | Cleantech | ESG
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Palo Alto, CA
Jeany Stein
Founder & CEO, Panotip 
Founder MEI Foundation,
Investor,
CEO at Select2gether,
Angel Investor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laythyousif
Boise, ID
Layth Yousif
Senior Software Engineer at In Time Tec
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Washington, DC
Diana Dayoub
Research Analyst at Ludwig Institute for Shared Economic Prosperity
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Armenia
Elizabeth Sepetdjian
Analytical Chemist & IBDP Chemistry Teacher
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Rochester, NY
Madeline Bordo
Housing Services Coordinator
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Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
Alexander Rivera
Senior BS Student Seeking Post-Graduation Employment
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Rochester, NY
Clive Onyango
Student at University of Rochester
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Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
Daniel Simmons
Student at University of Rochester
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Rochester, NY
Sergio Allen MS
Sr. Military Science Instructor at Rochester Institute of Technology
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New York, NY
Sissi Sarante
Student at the University of Rochester
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Rochester, NY
Rushika Nama
Student at University of Rochester
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Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
Julie Fleischman
Student at University of Rochester
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Rochester, NY
Rebecca Sarin
Student at University of Rochester
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Rushville, NY
Brian Foster
President at Foster Rush
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Rochester, NY
Grace Stensland
Sound Designer | Filmmaker | Audio Engineer
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Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
Brittany Pitt
Student at University of Rochester
Job Connection Tuesdays Collective
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Academia to Industry - neuroscientist edition
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College & Professional Networking
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