Surya Sharma Ph.D.
About Surya Sharma Ph.D.
Surya Sharma, Ph.D., is a scientist with extensive experience in machine learning and biomedical engineering. He has worked at Clemson University in various roles and is currently employed at Exponent in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Work at Exponent
Surya Sharma has been employed at Exponent as a Scientist since 2021. He works in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he applies his expertise in machine learning and data science to various projects. His role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address complex engineering challenges.
Education and Expertise
Surya Sharma holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Engineering from Clemson University, which he completed from 2015 to 2020. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Engineering from Clemson University from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication from the University of Mumbai, completing his studies from 2007 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and data analysis.
Background
Surya Sharma has a diverse professional background, primarily centered around his work at Clemson University. He served in various roles, including Instructor, Graduate Teaching Assistant, and Research Assistant, from 2013 to 2020. His experience includes leading engineering projects funded by Samsung Electronics America and working as a Technical Consultant at Saape Designs in 2017.
Achievements
During his tenure at Clemson University, Surya Sharma developed machine learning models and convolutional neural networks using TensorFlow and Keras. These models are designed to recognize everyday human activities and are deployed on Android and Apple wearable devices. He also contributed to the creation of low-power wearable sensors for tracking wrist motion, resulting in the publication of a significant dataset for automated dietary monitoring.