Teja Akella

New Albany, Ohio takella6315@gmail.com

Second year computer engineering student with 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, and IT operations. Skilled in implementing security infrastructure and proficient in software and web development.


Work Experience and Research

Full Stack Engineer Intern at Reffy Inc.

Collaborating with software developers to design and implement a scalable, distributed infrastructure. This infrastructure supports all application and business operations, including a client-facing web application and a microservice backend. Successfully reduced customer and enterprise labor by 80%.

January 2024 - Present

Student Researcher

Working with Purdue VIPER lab, I explored the use of convolutional neural networks for locating brain tumors in MRI scans. Automating the analysis of MRI images, resulted in a 30% increase in accuracy for brain tumor detection.

January 2024 - Present

Student Researcher - NASA

Assisted NASA engineers and the Air Force in creating a simulation modeling the moon’s environment for the Artemis 3 missions in 2025 and 2028. This advanced simulation aids in preparing and training astronauts for the harsh conditions of the lunar south pole, addressing challenges such as blinding glare from the sun, sub-zero temperatures, and the eye's adaptation to varying light conditions.

June 2023 - August 2023

Student Researcher

As a Student Intern at the Gaming Research for Integration and Learning Laboratory, I collaborated with Wright State University's Calamityville site to develop a cutting-edge mixed-reality multiplayer training simulation using Unreal Engine 4 and the Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) networking protocol. This simulation revolutionized Rocket Propelled Grenade (RPG) training by seamlessly integrating real-world movements into the virtual environment.By incorporating multiple trackers and sensors for GPS location, orientation, velocity, acceleration, and more, our research significantly reduced the cost of RPG training by over 85%. This innovative approach not only offers a safer and more cost-effective alternative but also allows for a broader range of training scenarios, resulting in a more comprehensive and immersive training experience for personnel.

June 2022 - August 2022

Junior Counselor

Working with school officials to implement child development practices to support the social and emotional growth of Kindergarten through fifth grade students.

August 2022 - Present

Student Intern

During my time as a Software Development Intern, I collaborated closely with software engineers to develop an internal application using JavaScript, Jade, HTML, and CSS. This application streamlined the management of surveys and data collection from clients, significantly improving efficiency by approximately 40%. The versatility and scalability of this application allow for customization to specific tasks, making it adaptable to evolving needs. Its implementation marked a substantial enhancement in the speed and effectiveness of survey administration and management processes.

February 2022 - May 2022

Education

Georgia Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering w/ Cybersecurity and Software design
Courses: Linear Algebra and Digital Systems and design

GPA: 3.74

May 2024 - Present

Purdue University

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Courses: Transforming Ideas To Innovation, Modern Mechanics, Multivariate Calculus, Electrical Engineering Fundamentals I, Ordinary Differential Equations, C Programming, Electric And Magnetic Interactions

GPA: 3.74

August 2023 - May 2024

New Albany High School

Summa Cum Laude and Honor Roll
Courses: AP Computer Science A, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry,AP Statistics, and Honors Programming 3

Weighted GPA: 4.356 Unweighted GPA: 3.94

August 2019 - May 2023

Skills

Programming Languages
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