Sean Tao

• Working on RapidSA: a tool that reduces systolic array compilation times on Xilinx FPGAs through precompiled subarrays using RapidWright workflow; • Implemented scalable, parameterized, output-stationary systolic array for matrix multiplication in SystemVerilog; • Developed testbenches to validate array, draining module, and processing element functionality.

ECE 2400 - Computer Systems Programming (SP26)

• Designing on-car electronic controls unit (ECU) and firmware state-machine • Implementing regenerative breaking algorithm

• Soldered and validated custom PCBs using multimeters and oscilloscopes • Designed test board to validate future bring-ups of on-car dashboard screen PCB • Designed "Breakout Box" to read out car CAN signals to an external device

• Managed listserv and posted weekly updates to 1000+ student/alumni subscribers

• Coordinated alumni panels to inform students of industry trends and career experiences

• Instructed group classes of 15 - 20 kids aged 4-15 in martial arts forms including Kempo, Shotokan, and MMA • Adjudicated school tournament events, such as katas, sparring and grappling, in head and assistant judge capacities • Promoted local studio at local farmer’s markets through interactive demonstrations with community members.

• Instructed group classes of 8-12 kids aged 4-8 through non-committal karate activities and self defense concepts • Developed lesson plans focusing on practical applications and engaging activities that encourage additional Karate engagement.

• Examined skin diseases, such as Morphea and Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus, in order to better understand multisystem, autoimmune pathways • Learned and conducted wet-lab experimental techniques such as qPCR, RNA Extraction, and ANA • Performed data analysis including IHC Quantification, ImageJ, qPCR analysis, and using GEO2R to find top DEGs • Conducted behavioral analysis through rotarod and open-field test under guidance of postdoctoral fellows.

Valedictorian, National Merit Finalist