About
Hello, this is Nemo! I am a startup founder and community developer. My passion lies in…
Experience
Education
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Harvard University
Activities and Societies: Harvard President’s Innovation Challenge Semi-Finalist (2022), Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs Boston Chapter (Co-Chair), Harvard Innovation Labs XR Community (Co-Lead), Harvard EdTech Association (Co-Founder)
MIT Cross-Register: MIT Sloan AI/ML Club (Conference Organizer), MIT Sandbox Founder Fellow (2023), MIT Reality Hack Winner (2023), MIT Media Lab William J. Mitchell Design Award (2022), MIT 100K Entrepreneurship Competition Finalist (2021)
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Activities and Societies: Chancellor’s Award of Distinction (2019), UCI Startup Competition 2nd Runners Up (2018), School of Physical Sciences (Peer Academic Advisor), School of Social Sciences (Peer Academic Counselor)
Licenses & Certifications
Volunteer Experience
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Advisor & Conference Organizer
MIT Sloan AI & ML Club
- Present 1 year
Organized the MIT Sloan AI/ML Conference to showcase cutting-edge AI research at MIT, and to spotlight practical AI applications moving beyond hype.
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Co-Chair, Boston Chapter
Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs
- 1 year
Led efforts to connect alumni founders through networking events and fostered strategic partnerships with local organizations to collaboratively build the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Boston.
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Co-Founder & Alumni Advisor
Harvard EdTech Association
- 1 year 9 months
The Harvard EdTech Association acts as both a launching pad for aspiring professionals and founders within Harvard and a central hub for the broader EdTech community.
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Co-Lead, Harvard XR Community
Harvard Innovation Labs
- 4 months
Organized workshops and "Venture in Metaverse Hackathon" to catalyze entrepreneurship in extended reality (XR) at Harvard University.
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Co-Founder, Chinese Alumni Chapter
UCI Alumni Association
- 1 year
Led a COVID-19 pandemic fundraising campaign within the UCI Chinese alumni and parents community to support the UCI Health Medical Center.
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Marketing & Event Director
American-Chinese CEO Society
- 1 year 3 months
Organized the Hollywood China Night Oscars® celebration gala for two consecutive years to foster film industry connections between the U.S. and China.
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Founder & President
ZotPin
- 1 year 10 months
Founded an international student leadership initiative at UC Irvine to cultivate leadership skills and career development among international students.
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Honors & Awards
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MIT Reality Hack Winner (Best Use of ArcGIS Map SDK)
MIT Reality Hack
• MIT Reality Hack is an annual community-run XR hackathon comprising thought leaders, brand mentors and creators, participants, students, and technology lovers, who come together and attend tech workshops, talks, discussions, fireside chats, collaborations, hacking, and more. Participants of various backgrounds and all skill levels attend from all over the world.
• "InTouch" aims to make abstract global challenges more tangible through immersive, haptic experiences. Using VR headsets and…• MIT Reality Hack is an annual community-run XR hackathon comprising thought leaders, brand mentors and creators, participants, students, and technology lovers, who come together and attend tech workshops, talks, discussions, fireside chats, collaborations, hacking, and more. Participants of various backgrounds and all skill levels attend from all over the world.
• "InTouch" aims to make abstract global challenges more tangible through immersive, haptic experiences. Using VR headsets and haptic gloves, the app transforms raw data into sensory experiences, targeting users with limited data literacy. Built on Unity, it integrates ArcGIS Maps SDK and HaptX SDK for tactile engagement. -
OpenAI Hackathon 2nd Place
lablab.ai
• The hackathon features 2,653 participants and 259 teams worldwide. 3 winning teams are selected based on project novelty, feasibility, and impact. A panel of AI industry experts and sponsors judges written material and live presentations, with an emphasis on the innovative use of provided AI tools.
• "Book And I" is an AI companion that answers questions and provides explanations and clarifications related to supplied literature for people with learning difficulties. Our platform fosters…• The hackathon features 2,653 participants and 259 teams worldwide. 3 winning teams are selected based on project novelty, feasibility, and impact. A panel of AI industry experts and sponsors judges written material and live presentations, with an emphasis on the innovative use of provided AI tools.
• "Book And I" is an AI companion that answers questions and provides explanations and clarifications related to supplied literature for people with learning difficulties. Our platform fosters active reading, enhances comprehension and retention, and is designed for anyone seeking a supportive learning companion. -
William J. Mitchell Design Award
MIT Media Lab
• WJM Design Award is granted to 3 out of 12 teams through a hackathon at MIT Media Lab. It focuses on innovative, human-centered tech solutions for future health and wellness. Criteria include the novelty and competition of the prototype. Teams are judged by Prof. Federico Casalegno and Dr. Sebastian Seung.
• Our team developed "The Window", a virtual window that can be projected onto any surface. Utilizing facial recognition and machine learning algorithms to monitor viewer movement and…• WJM Design Award is granted to 3 out of 12 teams through a hackathon at MIT Media Lab. It focuses on innovative, human-centered tech solutions for future health and wellness. Criteria include the novelty and competition of the prototype. Teams are judged by Prof. Federico Casalegno and Dr. Sebastian Seung.
• Our team developed "The Window", a virtual window that can be projected onto any surface. Utilizing facial recognition and machine learning algorithms to monitor viewer movement and orientation, the interactive window emulates a real-world viewing experience by adjusting perspectives and depth of field based on the viewer's position. Designed to enhance mindfulness and well-being, this virtual window serves as an extension of the home, enriching living spaces and fostering a connection with the outside world. -
President Innovation Challenge Semifinalist
Harvard Innovation Labs
• The President’s Innovation Challenge (PIC) is an invitation to Harvard students and select alumni & affiliate-led ventures to propel their ideas forward. The PIC is also an opportunity to win a share of $510,000 in non-dilutive funding, made possible by a gift from the Bertarelli Foundation.
• SLConsulting is a digital platform connecting industry practitioners with top-tier academic experts for on-demand advising. Our booking website enables investors and professionals to engage with…• The President’s Innovation Challenge (PIC) is an invitation to Harvard students and select alumni & affiliate-led ventures to propel their ideas forward. The PIC is also an opportunity to win a share of $510,000 in non-dilutive funding, made possible by a gift from the Bertarelli Foundation.
• SLConsulting is a digital platform connecting industry practitioners with top-tier academic experts for on-demand advising. Our booking website enables investors and professionals to engage with Ph.D. advisors from leading research universities. Advisors manage their schedules and client communications via a dedicated mobile app. Clients also have an app to access services, participate in events, and join interest groups, fostering a vibrant community. -
MIT 100K Entrepreneurship Competition Finalist
MIT 100K
• Founded in the 1989-1990 academic year, the MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition has brought together students and researchers from across MIT and Greater Boston to launch their talent, ideas, and technology into leading companies.
• Our team developed FYVO, the personalized pronunciation coach that uniquely prioritizes pronunciation in language learning. We employ advanced NLP to tailor exercises to individual speech patterns and offer visual progress tracking. What sets us apart is our…• Founded in the 1989-1990 academic year, the MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition has brought together students and researchers from across MIT and Greater Boston to launch their talent, ideas, and technology into leading companies.
• Our team developed FYVO, the personalized pronunciation coach that uniquely prioritizes pronunciation in language learning. We employ advanced NLP to tailor exercises to individual speech patterns and offer visual progress tracking. What sets us apart is our use of TV and movie content, allowing users to practice and share clips, thus combining language learning with entertainment and social engagement. -
The Chancellor’s Award of Distinction
UC Irvine
Awarded to 50 of 9400 UCI graduates with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. The Distinction Award recognizes contributions to research, leadership, or campus service. An alumni panel selects recipients by reviewing applications and identifying outstanding students from each school.
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UCI Startup Competition 2nd Runners Up
Deloitte Counsulting
StartUp UC Irvine is a competition that will allow students to propose a new technology related solution to improve campus. Through the course of a week, we worked on developing the pitch for our technology solution with the help of Deloitte professionals with experience in start-up concepts and bringing new products to market.
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School of Physical Sciences Dean's Honor List
Dean of UC Irvine's School of Physical Sciences
Any undergraduate student is eligible for the dean's honor list if they are enrolled in at least 12 units for grades and that quarter's grade point average is 3.5 or higher.
Languages
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English
Full professional proficiency
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Chinese
Native or bilingual proficiency
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French
Elementary proficiency
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