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Sihan Cheng

Los Altos,CA

Summary

Developed expertise in research methodologies and data analysis within collaborative academic environment. Demonstrates critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical proficiency in data interpretation and reporting. Seeking to transition these skills into a new field, contributing to innovative and impactful projects.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Youth Camp Counselor

Ragazzi Peninsula Boys Chorus
Redwood City, CA
07.2024 - 08.2025
  • Supervised daily activities for youth, ensuring safety and engagement.
  • Maintained a positive environment, addressing conflicts and fostering inclusivity.
  • Worked over the summer of 2024 and 2025

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Astrophysics

University of California Berkeley
Berkeley
05-2028

Skills

    Physics & Advanced Theory:

  • Quantum Mechanics; Classical Mechanics; Thermodynamics; Electricity & Magnetism; Optics; Statistical Mechanics; Special Relativity; General Relativity; Stellar Structure & Evolution; Cosmology (Friedmann Equations); Galactic Dynamics

    • Mathematics & Theoretical Methods:

  • Multivariable Calculus; Linear Algebra; Differential Equations; Tensor Calculus Fundamentals; Differential Geometry (Manifolds, Metrics, Affine Connections); Covariant & Contravariant Formalism (Einstein Notation, 4-Vectors)

    • Computational & Physics Modeling:

  • Scientific Python (NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, AstroPy); Numerical Modeling of Physical Systems; Curve Fitting & Regression; Error Propagation; Data Visualization

    • Experimental & Instrumentation:

  • Experimental Design; Optical Alignment & Interferometry; Photoluminescence Spectroscopy; Spectral Line Analysis; Circuit Analysis; Semiconductor Physics Fundamentals

    • Professional & Laboratory Skills:

  • Technical Report Writing; Scientific Communication; Laboratory Safety & Etiquette (Physics and Chemistry)

Interests

Experimental physics and astrophysics, with particular interest in the design and use of scientific instrumentation to investigate astrophysical and physical systems Focused on precision measurement, detector technologies, optical and electronic instrumentation, and quantitative data analysis Interested in connecting theoretical models in astrophysics and fundamental physics to observable phenomena through carefully designed experiments and computational analysis of real data

Timeline

Youth Camp Counselor

Ragazzi Peninsula Boys Chorus
07.2024 - 08.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Astrophysics

University of California Berkeley