milan101

• Developed SmartMotors, a low-cost robotics system, to democratize robotics education and enhance accessibility in teaching robotics. Collaborated with international partners in Brazil, Rwanda, and Nepal to adapt SmartMotor for diverse educational contexts.

• Conducted a faculty perception study of academic makerspaces at Tufts University, gathering valuable insights to improve the makerspace experience for non engineering users.

• Explored innovative classroom technologies, utilizing various platforms to advance technology integration in classrooms, including augmented reality and IoT using Vuforia Studio and ThingWorx. Developed an Onshape toolkit on LabVIEW to streamline engineering design and prototyping.

• Mentored and supported interns every summer at CEEO on diverse projects involving LEGO, PTC, and National Instruments, contributing to a collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Also, worked as a Teaching Assistant for several courses, where I actively assisted professors in achieving their curricular goals while providing dedicated support to the students. The courses were Inventive Design, Introduction to Robotics, Advanced Robotics, Digital Control Systems.

• Assisted in organizing and running a maker-based workshop for faculty from different schools at Tufts

• Spearheaded the establishment of Nepal’s first-ever makerspace-in-library, pioneering a new realm of hands-on learning opportunities for students and enthusiasts.

• Designed and delivered engaging maker-based classes, impacting over 1000 middle school students, fostering their creativity and problem- solving skills through practical and project-based learning experiences.

• Facilitated insightful makerspace workshops focused on rapid prototyping, enabling makerspace users to turn their innovative ideas into tangible prototypes and products.

• Selected as one of the top 7% of total applicants to join the inaugural cohort of Teach for Nepal, a global movement dedicated to eliminating education inequity

• Developed strategic lesson plans and effectively analyzed student data to support the academic growth and development of over 300 middle school students across two public schools.

• Pioneered and led female students’ participation in a regional sporting event, marking a historic milestone as they represented the school for the first time, promoting gender equity and empowerment.

PhD Candidate in Mechanical Engineering