Author: Sayed Mohsin Reza
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2026 EnvironMentor Symposium: High School Students Yemi and Alexander Presented their Research
Two high school students, Yemi and Alexander, completed a five‑month research experience with the Data‑Driven Decision Making (D3M) Lab as part of the 2026 EnvironMentor Program. Guided by Dr. Sayed Mohsin Reza and undergraduate mentor Pranshav Lakhia, the students engaged in hands‑on, data‑driven research focused on real‑world challenges spanning environmental and sustainability domains. At the…
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New Publication in IEEE Data Descriptions Journal
Dr. Sayed Reza with Dr. Habib Ullah and other collaborators has published a new paper in IEEE, titled “Descriptor: Global Electricity Markets Load Forecasting and Planning Dataset (GloElecLoad)”. Read the paper: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/11489469 This work introduces GloElecLoad, a comprehensive dataset designed to support research in electricity load forecasting, energy planning, and data‑driven decision making in global…
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Five Lab Students Present Research at Penn State Undergraduate Exhibition 2026
5 Members of the Data‑Driven Decision Making (D3M) Lab presented four research projects at the Penn State Undergraduate Exhibition 2026, held at University Park. This annual exhibition showcases innovative undergraduate research from across the university, featuring hundreds of student projects spanning engineering, health sciences, and interdisciplinary fields. The presented projects highlight the breadth of data‑driven…
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Undergraduate Researcher Presents Quantum AI Research at SUNY AI Symposium 2026
Undergraduate researcher Harsh Desai presented his poster, “Cross-Continental Electricity Price Prediction Using Quantum AI,” at the SUNY AI Symposium 2026: Scaling the New York AI Innovation Ecosystem, hosted by Stony Brook University. The research was conducted under the mentorship of Dr. Sayed Mohsin Reza with co-author Dr. Md Habib Ullah, and investigated the use of…
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Open Inquiry, Open Data: D3M Lab Research Presented at AERA 2026
Dr. Sayed Reza presented new research at the 2026 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting in Los Angeles. The presentation, “Open Inquiry on Open Government Data: A Data‑Driven Approach in Computer Science Education for Civic Engagement,” was featured in a structured poster session focused on how data science can support civic learning across disciplines.…
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Two Lab Students Receive MCREU for Summer 2026
Two students from the Data‑Driven Decision Making (D3M) Lab have been selected for the Multi‑Campus Research Experience for Undergraduates (MCREU) program for Summer 2026, recognizing their strong research potential and contributions to data‑driven interdisciplinary projects. Dhruv Sanghavi will work on deep learning‑based 3D segmentation of zebrafish morphology, using a 3D U‑Net model to automate biological…
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Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU): Paid Research Opportunities Nationwide
Dear Students, If you are interested in gaining hands‑on research experience, exploring potential research careers, or preparing for graduate school, the National Science Foundation (NSF) offers excellent paid opportunities through its Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program. What Is an NSF REU? The NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program supports active research participation by…
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D3M Lab Students Won Honors at the 2026 Central Pennsylvania Engineers Week Council Awards
We are thrilled to announce that two members of the Data Driven Decision Making (D3M) Lab, Sapan Shah and Harsh Desai, earned recognition at the Central Pennsylvania Engineers Week Council 2026 Undergraduate Research and Capstone Awards. At last evening’s prestigious Engineers Week Banquet, the following students were honored for their outstanding research contributions: Grand Recipient:…
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NASA Summer Internship Opportunity: Open Science Impact
NASA Summer Internship Opportunity: Open Science Impact Exciting news! NASA is offering an in-person summer internship opportunity at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C., for students interested in advancing open science and evaluating its impact on research and discovery. The Open Science Impact internship is hosted by NASA’s Office of the Chief Science Data Officer and…
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Summer Erickson Discovery Grant Opportunity
Penn State undergraduate students from all majors and campuses are encouraged to apply for the Rodney A. Erickson Discovery Grant, a prestigious program that supports original undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative work during the summer. Grant Amount Application Timeline About the Grant The Erickson Discovery Grant provides support for student-initiated projects in areas such as:…