Riddhima Medatwal

Developed an end-to-end NLP system to detect misinformation and misleading news content, supporting real-world trust and safety use cases. Built NLP pipelines to process large volumes of text and trained deep learning models, including transformer-based architectures, to classify content and assess credibility. Worked across data preprocessing, model optimization, and performance evaluation, contributing to scalable approaches for content moderation and responsible deployment.

Applied machine learning in robotics

Applied machine learning in genomics

Selected from 3000+ applicants for the Break Through Tech AI Program at Cornell Tech, an intensive experience designed to provide hands-on training in applied machine learning and real-world AI development. • Collaborating on industry-sponsored AI/ML projects • Learning core ML concepts through applied coursework and mentorship • Gaining exposure to real-world workflows, tools, and best practices • Working with a diverse cohort focused on technical growth and impact

Developed and optimized autonomous and teleoperated control systems for custom-built competition robots. Implemented efficient algorithms with sensor integration using C++.

Built an end-to-end Natural Language Processing pipeline and interactive dashboard that automatically extracts, normalizes, and structures metrics from complex sustainability reports. Delivered a scalable product positioned for integration into Ingredion’s sustainability data ecosystem. via Rutgers MBS Externship Exchange Program.

Designed and built custom LoRa-based mesh nodes using Meshtastic for fully offline communication. Built an end-to-end hardware system with the integration of GPS, OLED, antenna, and power components to create reliable, user-friendly devices for rural emergency communications. via Rutgers MBS Externship Exchange Program.

Established and led the club dedicated to promoting women in Computer Science. Teaching coding while instilling confidence, resilience, and cultivating a strong sense of unity and community among members. Live-coded projects and demonstrated real-world applications to members. Conducted lessons highlighting pioneer women in tech, enhancing members’ awareness of the history and contributions of women in the field.

Merit-based STEM selective program offering graduate-level STEM courses. Attended weekly classes at Columbia University in-person about Relativity and Quantum Physics, Explorations in Data Science.

Overseeing a team of students, providing leadership, direction, and mentorship for robotics programming. Led the team during coordinating efforts, troubleshooting technical challenges, and ensuring timely completion of projects.

Organized STEM workshops at various events and maintained our Robotics Team partnership with an international company for their STEM camp. Encouraged teamwork and innovation in young children and encouraged them to pursue STEM fields.

Relevant Coursework: Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures & Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Discrete Structures I & II, Linear Algebra Dean's List