Benjamin Laws
Lincoln,NE
Summary
My most recent project involved the creation of a series of machine learning models that can quickly identify chemical structure from HSQC NMR data. The project was pitched to me by a chemistry professor with very little direction. From start to finish, I completed every step with very little assistance. I procured all of the necessary data, tailored it to our needs, stored it into a database, trained over 800 models from it, and implemented them in an efficient user friendly way. I have an immensely strong grasp of everything that goes into a machine learning project and am willing to put in as many hours and as much effort as it takes to finish a project with impeccable quality.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher in NMR Machine Learning
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
07.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded the creation of a series of machine learning models that can identify over 800 common human metabolites from Two-Dimensional Heteronuclear Single Quantum Coherence (2D HSQC) Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) data.
- Created a seamless method which takes new training data and automatically trains models for new compounds.
- Created a very easy and efficient data input method for researchers to use.
- Working to implement the identification models into a commonly used NMR data processing package called 'MVAPACK'.
- Will be the first author on a paper regarding these new identification models. This paper will likely be submitted for publication in the spring.
- During a previous tenure with Dr. Robert Powers' lab coauthored 'Phosphorus NMR and its applications to metabolomics': a paper which pioneered a protocol for 31P traced NMR in metabolomics. This paper can be found at the following link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8327684/#:~:text=P%20NMR%20offers%20significant%20benefits,energy%20metabolism%20and%20cell%20signaling.
Event Manager
OneCause
07.2023 - Current
- Traveled across the midwest to facilitate OneCause's fundraising solution platforms at charitable events.
- Ensured the safe flow of amounts up to $800,000 at every event.
- Ensured the safe acquisition of hundreds of payment methods through our platforms.
- Worked closely with clients to make sure all parts of an event including silent auctions, live auctions, donation appeals, item pickup, and more flowed seamlessly.
- Worked closely with my coworkers to present a strong team and provide an easy and flawless night for our clients.
Server
Old Chicago
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Waited tables for Old Chicago at Southpointe in Lincoln.
- Attentively and quickly got all customers' food and drinks to them.
- Completed side work and helped other servers bus and run food with any and all free time.
- Became close with all of my coworkers and managers.
- Worked hard to make sure every shift was a great night for all of the restaurant's customers and employees.
Server
Olive Garden
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Navigated the serving world just as indoor dining experiences started to reopen after the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Learned to adapt to a different world while also learning how to be a quick and efficient server.
- Engaged in meaningful conversations with customers while also prioritizing excellent service.
- Gained the confidence of all of my coworkers and managers.
National Honors Society President
Lincoln East High School
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Was elected National Honors Society President by my high school class.
- Orchestrated over 1200 hours of volunteering and more than 30 volunteer oriented events.
- Set up food, blood, school supply, and winter clothing drives for those in need.
- Implemented a school wide tutoring system for struggling students.
Volunteer
The Nonprofit Hub
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Volunteered for an organization called the 'Nonprofit Hub' for an entire summer of high school.
- Contacted various companies to set up sponsorships for many of Nonprofit Hub's endeavors.
- Created large spreadsheets to organize data about different sponsors in an effort to make the communication process easier for both parties.
- Helped raise funds for a project called 'The Foundry': a coffee shop whose proceeds go directly to charitable endeavors in Lincoln. The Foundry still operates to this day.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05-2026
Beginning of Bachelor's of Science Study - Mathematics
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CAHigh School Diploma -
Lincoln East High School
Lincoln Nebraska05-2020
Skills
- Proficient in Java, Javascript, and LaTeX
- Extremely proficient in Python
- Experienced in all parts of major machine learning projects
- Experienced in SQL
- Very quick to learn and master new programming languages or machine learning approaches
- Experienced in metabolomics research
- Experienced in many different spectroscopy research techniques including but not limited to infrared spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and NMR spectroscopy
- Proficient in all major office platforms including but not limited to Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Extremely hard working and thorough with all projects
- Easy to get along with and eager to help colleagues with absolutely anything needed
Timeline
Researcher in NMR Machine Learning
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
07.2024 - Current
Event Manager
OneCause
07.2023 - Current
Server
Old Chicago
06.2023 - 09.2023
Server
Olive Garden
06.2021 - 10.2021
National Honors Society President
Lincoln East High School
05.2019 - 05.2020
Volunteer
The Nonprofit Hub
06.2018 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Beginning of Bachelor's of Science Study - Mathematics
University of California, Santa Barbara
High School Diploma -
Lincoln East High School
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