G7: GCSP Cohort 7

Meet our Cohort 7 Grand Challenge Scholars!


GCSP e-portfolio here.

Why did you decide to join the Grand Challenge Scholars Program?
I believe pursuing a Grand Challenge is a great purpose for any individual that wants to make a significant impact on the world through their work. I aspire to give back to the community that raised me, but I have a strong inclination to do something to make the world better, even if that impact is infinitesimal in the grander scheme.

Which of the Grand Challenges you interest you most, and why?

All of the Grand Challenges are interesting! However, the most interesting of the challenges to me were Reverse-Engineer the Brain and Engineer the Tools of Scientific Discovery. I found those interesting as they were (in my opinion) the most ambitious and not very elucidate. From one perspective, it is challenging to imagine how we might one day reverse engineer the brain. Whereas, engineering the tools for scientific discovery, I believe, has the most potential for various interpretations. The way I define engineering tools for scientific discovery could be vastly different from many others pursuing these challenges now.

What are your plans after graduation? 

I hope to pursue a graduate degree (M.S. or PhD) in quantum engineering/computing or computational neuroscience.


GCSP e-portfolio here.

Why did you decide to join the Grand Challenge Scholars Program?
I decided to join the Grand Challenge Scholar because the program is at the forefront of making changes on a global scale. The program’s vision truly resonated with me because of the challenges the program strives to solve by planting the seed of change in future engineers. I see myself in the program, and I believe that the program can put me on a path to help me achieve my goals. My ultimate goal is to help other developing countries develop their energy infrastructure. I want my legacy to stand on being able to move the growth of some countries forward to create a better living standard for their population. The UMBC Grand Challenger Scholars train will be a crucial advantage to my goal.

Which of the Grand Challenges you interest you most, and why?
The  Grand challenge that I am truly passionate about is the Sustainability Challenge focusing on “Make Solar Energy Economical.” I am interested in this problem because of what I experienced as a kid. Growing up in Nigeria, we had inconsistent access to electricity. One thing that was fascinating to think about is how electricity came and went throughout the day. I hope to help other growing countries develop their energy infrastructure by utilizing renewable energy.

What are your plans after graduation?
I plan to pursue my Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering.


GCSP e-portfolio here.

Why did you decide to join the Grand Challenge Scholars Program?
I was interested in opportunities to do interdisciplinary work and learn more about Engineering Better Medicine.

Which of the Grand Challenges you interest you most, and why?
Engineering Better Medicines interests me the most because I am interested in public health and medicine from and engineering perspective. This includes medical devices, prosthetics, etc.

What are your plans after graduation?
I want to do research a year abroad with full bright and then go to graduate school to get my PhD.


GCSP e-portfolio here.

Why did you decide to join the Grand Challenge Scholars Program?
I was primarily attracted to the holistic approach of the program. I could connect my various experiences to any Engineering Challenges.

Which of the Grand Challenges you interest you most, and why?
I am most interested in “Enhance Virtual Reality” because I wanted to have an impact on, we communicate and connect with one another in application to improving remote education.

What are your plans after graduation?
I plan to work at FORD Motor Company as a Systems Engineer, and later earn a PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Autonomous systems and Mobility.


GCSP e-portfolio here.

Why did you decide to join the Grand Challenge Scholars Program?
I was primarily attracted to the holistic approach of the program. I could connect my various experiences to any Engineering Challenges.

Which of the Grand Challenges you interest you most, and why?
I am most interested in “Enhance Virtual Reality” because I wanted to have an impact on, we communicate and connect with one another in application to improving remote education.

What are your plans after graduation?
I plan to work at FORD Motor Company as a Systems Engineer, and later earn a PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Autonomous systems and Mobility.