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Shaohan Yang

Mississauga,ON

Summary

A collaborative problem-solver and team coordinator. A key driver in boosting machine learning model accuracy by 20% and instrumental in securing an iGEM Silver Medal through effective resource coordination. Aims to apply leadership and innovation to deliver meaningful results as an intern.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Advanced Bank Churn Prediction Project

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
12.2023 - 03.2024

l Worked in a 4 - member team led by Prof. Liu at HKUST. Developed a Python - based model for predicting bank customer churn.

l Independently tested over 10 machine - learning algorithms like Logistic Regression, Decision Trees, and Random Forests. Improved prediction accuracy by 20% through parameter tuning.

l Helped publish a research paper on this project in SciTePress, proving the model's effectiveness.

iGEM Competition

International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Foundation
08.2024 - 09.2024
  • As part of the team, engaged in experiments on deep - sea terpenoids. Undertook tasks including constructing plasmids, using PCR to verify transformers post - plate coating and sequencing. Successfully converted BL21 after accurate sequencing results were obtained.
  • Leveraged experimental findings to assist in creating relevant web pages. This comprehensive effort led our team to win the silver prize in the competition.

Volunteer

The Government of Panyu District, Guangzhou City
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Education

High School Diploma -

University of Toronto
Mississauga, ON
06-2029

Skills

  • Computer skills
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Chinese expertise
  • Cultural awareness
  • Photography and videography

Languages

English
Professional Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Volunteer

The Government of Panyu District, Guangzhou City
04.2025 - 06.2025

iGEM Competition

International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) Foundation
08.2024 - 09.2024

Advanced Bank Churn Prediction Project

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
12.2023 - 03.2024

High School Diploma -

University of Toronto
Shaohan Yang