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Eric Yuelai Xin

Software Engineer

About Me

Hello, I’m Eric Xin. I am currently enrolled in a dual degree program at Trinity College Dublin and Columbia University, with a focus on neuroscience, biomedical sciences, and machine learning. My research is dedicated to applying computational strategies to unravel biological complexities and improve healthcare outcomes. I am also deeply interested in innovation, consulting, and entrepreneurship. Let’s connect and explore pioneering ideas at the intersection of science and technology.

Here are some technologies I’ve been working with recently:

  • Python
  • Nuxt
  • Vue
  • FSL
  • FSL - possum
  • OpenCV
  • PyTorch
  • Gaussian

Education

Trinity College Dublin & Columbia University – Dual Degree Program

Degree: Biology and Biomedical Science, Neuroscience Specialization

Honors: First Class Honors

Experience: Research Assistant – Cusack Lab, TCIN, focused on neural circuits and self-supervised learning applications.

Columbia University – Dual Degree Program

Degree: Neuroscience and Behavior & Computer Science

Admission Highlights: SAT: 99th percentile (1570/1600)

University of Chicago

Program: Summer Program: Biology and Its Modern Application

Duration: Jun 2023

Research: Conducted bioinformatics research on neural evolution, constructing a PAGA graph for cross-species RNA visualization.

LaunchX Entrepreneurship Program

Program: Business & Innovation Program

Duration: Jul 2023 – Aug 2023

Highlights:

  • Admitted to highly selective program (5–10% acceptance rate)
  • Collaborated with DocNetwork to design mental health and COVID-19 tracking features
  • Built iOS application for student well-being monitoring
  • Developed pricing models to expand market reach by 50%