Abdullah Abdul

Nikaya Health Inc                                                                                                       Remote, California

   Backend Engineer                                                                                (Dec 2023 –Present, Volunteer)

• Developed and deployed data pipelines and APIs to support data workflows and integration.
• Utilized AWS infrastructure for data engineering and optimized data pipelines for scalability.
• Implemented robust practices for system documentation and deployment to ensure reliability.

GeorgeTown University                                                                                          Washington, D.C AI & ML Software Engineer                                                             (Sept 2023 – Sept 2024, Full-Time)

• Streamlined bioinformatics projects by developing Python scripts for data processing and management, improving project efficiency by 30%.
• Designed machine learning models using RNA-seq data from GTEx and HPA to identify tissue specificity, achieving high accuracy in classification.
• Developed advanced predictive analytics models using RNA-seq data to support bioinformatics research.
• Conducted ETL processes to clean, transform, and prepare large datasets for machine learning applications, optimizing data workflows.
• Conducted statistical analyses using Z-scores and normal distribution to interpret results and validate machine learning outputs.
• Designed and maintained data pipelines for processing complex datasets, enabling real-time analysis.
• Implemented multiprocessing techniques to optimize machine learning models, reducing computational costs by 70% and significantly improving training efficiency
• Created clear documentation and visualizations to support data-informed decision-making across teams

NASA-USRA                                                                                                         Remote, California Backend Software Engineer Intern                                                  (Jun 2022 – May 2024, Internship)

• Designed and deployed secure REST APIs using Python Flask for Hyperledger Blockchain, enabling efficient and reliable interaction with distributed ledger systems.
• Automated blockchain data retrieval by integrating WebSocket connections with APIs, reducing manual intervention and enhancing system reliability.
• Configured, optimized, and maintained PostgreSQL databases, leveraging SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) to streamline workflows and enable complex analytics.
• Built Python-based tools for data preprocessing, improving the efficiency of analyzing large blockchain datasets.
  
   
• Developed and enforced robust authentication mechanisms using JWT, ensuring secure communication and data integrity.
• Collaborated on the development of blockchain-based APIs, ensuring secure data storage and seamless backend integration for aerospace applications.
• Maintained comprehensive authentication protocols to enhance data security and prevent unauthorized access.

Morgan State University                                                                                                  Baltimore, MD

   Machine Learning/AI Mentor                                                            (Jun 2023 – Aug 2023, Full-Time)

• Facilitated two projects: Finding Novel Biomarker for Prostate and Colon Cancer using Machine Learning using RNA-Sequence dataset 
• Trained Students in Machine Learning, Python, and Bioinformatics
• Utilized and various tools in Machine Learning and Data Visualizations 
• Collaborated with other Teams, and provided one-to-one assistance
  
   

Morgan State University                                                                                                 Baltimore, MD

   Bioinformatics Analyst                                                                       (August 2021 – May 2023, Part-Time)

• Conducted research to identify novel biomarkers for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer using machine learning algorithms and RNA-seq data.
• Developed and optimized bioinformatics pipelines, reducing data processing time by 25%.
• Analyzed datasets with 60,000 genes and 100+ samples, extracting meaningful features for downstream analysis.
• Leveraged Python and R for data filtration, mining, and visualization, enhancing research efficiency.
• Collaborated with researchers to identify gene expressions, contributing to two publications.
  
   

Morgan StateUniversity                                                                                                    Baltimore, MD

   Tutor / Teaching Assistant                                                                                     Aug 2016 – May 2018

• Tutored undergraduate students in STEM courses, including Chemistry, Biology, and Calculus, improving academic performance through personalized instruction
  
   

Morgan StateUniversity                                                                                                   Baltimore, MD

   Public Health Researcher                                                                                   June 2015 – May 2017

• Led a study on diabetes risk among college students, utilizing statistical analysis and breath acetone measurements
• Collaborated with faculty and secured NIH funding through a grant proposal.
  
   

Howard University, School of Medicine                                                                         Washington,D.C.   
Lab Assistant                                                                                                                     June 2016 – Sept2016

• Performed DNA extraction and analysis, ensuring precise records for clinical research.

EDUCATION

Morgan State University                                                                                           Baltimore, MD

Master of Science in Bioinformatics                                                                          GPA: 4.0/4.0

 

Morgan State University                                                                                           Baltimore, MD

Bachelor of Science in Biology with Honors, Minor in Chemistry                               GPA: 3.7/4.0