Angela Jennifer Huang
York University
Supervisor: Prof. George Z. H. Zhu
I did my Bachelor’s in Materials Science and Engineering, at McMaster University in Hamilton. Following that, I decided to pursue a MASc in Mechanical Engineering at York University. My research interests began to emerge in the last years of my bachelor’s degree, particularly driven by my Capstone project, which was the design of a 3D-printable bioresorbable polymer stent. My research interests lie in the areas of polymer and metal additive manufacturing in different environments. I am also interested in the study of anisotropy in additively manufactured parts, and the behaviour of these parts in space (under vacuum, microgravity, and radiation). These interests match my aims for graduate school as well.
Antonia Hoffman
Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson)
Supervisor: Prof. Anton de Ruiter
My research involves the use of AI for planetary exploration. The intention is to design a novel control algorithm to control multiple rovers with a shared payload on a common trajectory. The AI system chosen will be able to respond in real-time to rough and unpredictable terrain, to keep the payload stable while minimizing the energy expenditure. These rover systems will be used for base construction on Mars and Earth’s Moon.
I live in the heart of downtown Toronto with my small daughter. I hope to inspire women and girls to have confidence, trust themselves and follow through with their dreams. Anything is possible when you speak up, speak for yourself, ask questions and search for answers.
Nishanth Rajkumar
Concordia University
Supervisor: Prof. Wen-Fang Xie
I had worked on a variety of academic and industrial projects. As a Co-Founder of my Team ATOM Robotics during my Undergraduate Studies, I have authored a few research papers, and won several technical competitions, in addition to having a patent application in the process in the field of Robotic Manipulators (The specifics of which may be found in my PORTFOLIO, LINKEDIN). My research interests are in the areas of Mechatronics, Robotics, and Control System Design. Moreover, I have gained considerable working experience with the software tools entailed by these domains. I have experience with five internships, including one at the University of Alberta related to Semi-Autonomous Drone Control, granted by MITACS. I am also a recipient of the Mitacs Globalink Graduate Fellowship financial award of $15000 CADs for pursuing Master’s programs in Canada. Furthermore, I have received a special entrance award of $6000 CADs from the Concordia Graduate Awards.