Kyle Chakos

News Distribution Network - Data Engineer

Extracting data for analysis of our partners to improve video and article matching
Exploring and implementing algorithms to improve video-article pairings to reflect editorial preferences, learn from incorrect assignments, and meet contractual obligations.
Assessing the statistical significance of results and identifying when errors in matching occur.

UberMedia - Data Engineer

Analyzed data sets for relevant trends and potential to increase profit.
Extrapolated application and audience association based on data collected from social media.
Improved a machine learning bidding system by improving runtime and click accuracy.

Shell International E&P - Clinic Team Member

Developed a machine learning algorithm to determine and suggest changes to achieve optimal drilling performance based on data collected in real time.
Analyzed data collected from oil drills to determine relationships between drilling parameters.
Drafting documentation of the algorithm for implementation on oilrigs.

Harvey Mudd College Engineering Department - Research Assistant

Measured changes in skin surface area using optical profilometry data and MATLAB.
Modeled diffusion across human skin using COMSOL and MATLAB.
Worked with Johnson & Johnson to develop models comparing adolescent and adult skin.

Harvey Mudd College Chemistry Department - Research Assistant

Prepared samples of fungi and corals, which were used to generate organic molecules.
Discovered the structure of natural products through analytical methods including mass spectrometry, inferred spectrometry, and nuclear magnetic resonance.

National Congress of American Indians - National Student Intern

Researched policies relating to small businesses and provided recommendations to NCAI staff.
NAttended and summarized congressional hearings for the NCAI staff and tribal leaders.
Contacted tribal leaders to alert them of funds for environmental and economic development.