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Solon Richardson

Grand Junction,CO

Summary

Motivated Electrical Engineering major at Brigham Young University. Experience in technical operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance complemented by research experience in ultrafast X-ray imaging and Python-based data analysis. Skilled in problem-solving, analytical thinking, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve experimental and operational goals. Recognized for adaptability, leadership, and a strong work ethic, with experience managing projects, supporting team members, and ensuring safety and protocol compliance in both laboratory and field settings.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Brigham Young University
PROVO, Utah
09.2025 - Current
  • Onboarding into ultrafast X-ray imaging research using XFEL systems, with training in diffraction theory, Fourier analysis, and X-ray phase-contrast imaging (XPCI).
  • Developing foundational coding skills in Python to simulate diffraction patterns via Fast Fourier Transforms (FFT), exploring the effects of object dimensions, and sampling conditions.
  • Gaining hands-on experience with optical setups including HeNe laser alignment and safety protocols in laboratory environments.
  • Training in coherent diffraction imaging (CDI) phase retrieval algorithms beginning with error reduction (ER), extending to hybrid input-output (HIO) and shrink-wrapping methods.
  • Preparing to apply simulation and reconstruction algorithms to experimental diffraction data to support inertial confinement fusion (ICF) research.
  • Collaborating with faculty and graduate researchers to align experimental results with computational modeling efforts, funded by the Department of Energy.

Student

Brigham Young University
PROVO, Utah
01.2025 - Current
  • Second year Electrical Engineering Major, Minoring in Mathematics.
  • Completed major-specific courses include: Calculus 1 and 2, Physics 1, Introduction to Computer Science (Python and C++).
  • In-progress major-specific courses include: Computational and Elementary Linear Algebra, Physics 2, Data Structures, Introduction to Computer Systems.
  • Major-specific courses registered for completion before the summer internship: Calculus 3, Ordinary Differential Equations, Circuit Analysis, Chemistry 1.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT

Skills

  • Analytical Thinking & Data Analysis
  • Problem Diagnosis & Troubleshooting Skills
  • Equipment Maintenance & Project Management
  • Documentation & Document Management
  • Undergraduate Research & Technical Skills
  • Team Leadership & Team Collaboration
  • Communication Skills
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Time Management

Timeline

Research Assistant

Brigham Young University
09.2025 - Current

Student

Brigham Young University
01.2025 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering

Brigham Young University

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