Matthew Troxell
San Jose,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and creative senior student pursuing a B.S. in Applied Mathematics at UC Santa Cruz (GPA: 3.77). Proficient in MATLAB and Python, with hands-on experience in system identification, data-driven modeling, and environmental sensing. Led the development of a drone-based air sampling system, and independently applied kriging-based interpolation techniques to analyze particulate matter distributions during wildfire events. Strong analytical thinking, leadership experience, and an interdisciplinary mindset directed toward innovation in STEM.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
System Development & Air Sampling Intern
Atmos Labs
03.2024 - Current
- Led adaptation and development of a pumping system mounted to drones for extended air sampling in remote or mobile settings.
- Implemented system identification techniques focusing on roll dynamics to infer wind parameters from drone motion data.
- Collaborated with hardware and software teams to optimize sampling efficiency, reliability, and integration.
Site Director
YMCA
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Directed daily operations at the site, managed staff, and coordinated program schedules.
- Developed innovative, educational programming tailored to participants’ needs.
Leader / Program Staff
YMCA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Guided and supervised team members in organizing community engagement activities.
- Ensured a safe, inclusive environment and smooth program execution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA12.2025
Skills
- Programming & Tools: Python, MATLAB, NumPy, SciPy, pandas, scikit-learn
- Mathematical / Modeling: System Identification, Control Systems, Interpolation (Kriging), Regression, Estimation
- Data & Analysis: Time-Series Analysis, Geospatial Data, Data Cleaning, Uncertainty Quantification
- Soft Skills: Leadership & Team Coordination, Problem Solving, Communication, Project Planning
- Other Interests / Cross-Discipline: Cryptography, Fluid Dynamics, Abstract Algebra, Applied Physics
- Data research and validation
Certification
- IBM Machine Learning Certification (in progress)
- Self-study in Kriging and Spatial Interpolation Methods
Interests
STEM innovation, Machine Learning, Cryptography, Abstract Algebra, Fluid Dynamics, Applied Physics, Music, Philosophy, and Complex Systems & Modeling.
Timeline
System Development & Air Sampling Intern
Atmos Labs
03.2024 - Current
Site Director
YMCA
06.2022 - 12.2022
Leader / Program Staff
YMCA
01.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics
University of California, Santa Cruz