Undergraduate Researchers
Jonathan Gonzalez
Jonathan Gonzalez is a Mechanical Engineering student at the University of California, Merced, focusing on radar sensors for material classification. His research interests span agricultural drone use, 3D printing, and methane control, reflecting his commitment to advancing technology in farming, manufacturing, and environmental sustainability.
Marlon Romero
Marlon Romero is an undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Merced. His research focuses on using neural networks to determine soil compounds, with the ultimate goal of detecting methane release from soil. Additionally, he is working towards integrating drone applications with neural networks. His interests include UAV technology, implementing neural networks in drone applications, and 3D CAD modeling.
Andrew Amavizca
Andrew Amavizca is an undergraduate student at the University of California, Merced, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on data fusion methods using satellite and aircraft data to detect and identify sources of methane emissions. By leveraging neural networks and machine learning, Andrew aims to automate and expedite the process, contributing to more efficient environmental monitoring and sustainability efforts.
Alan Kuang
Alan Kuang is an undergraduate student at the University of California, Merced, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. He is currently involved in research at the MESA lab, focusing on methane detection technologies.
High School Researchers
Brandon LiWang
Brandon LiWang is a senior at Merced High School, currently involved in research at the MESA lab, focusing on methane detection technology. His work includes utilizing both ground and UAV platforms to advance the detection and analysis of methane emissions. Outside of his academic pursuits, Brandon is an active member of the cross country and tennis teams, and enjoys fishing in his free time. He is excited to contribute to the lab and gain valuable hands-on experience in this field.
