Temitope Boriwaye

As a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Vermont, I conduct advanced research on electromigration (EM) mitigation strategies for 3D packaging in semiconductor technologies. My work involves:

• Conducting thorough literature reviews to understand research topics better and prepare for studies.
• Analyzing phonon transport within defective graphene nanoribbons and graphene-metal interface mechanics using molecular dynamics simulations and density functional theory (DFT).
• Investigating the impact of defects on the thermal conductivity of graphene nanoribbons to enhance heat dissipation.
• Uncovering fundamental interactions between graphene and metal substrates (Cu and Co) to determine cohesive energy strengths and electronic structures.
• Applying DFT to assess the effective valence of electrons, crucial for predicting and mitigating EM-induced failures in semiconductor devices.
• Presenting findings at the Semiconductor Research Corporation (SRC) and contributing to articles for publication.
• Assisted in manuscript preparation, contributing to publishing influential articles in peer-reviewed journals.

• Implementation of automated office systems, optimizing client and data communications.
• Respond to clients' questions, issues, and complaints and provide appropriate solutions.
• Collaboration with colleagues to implement best practices.
• Provision of best deals and well-researched travel options to improve customer satisfaction.
• Help senior managers make effective decisions based on current and accurate reporting.
• Participation in marketing campaigns for the company.
• Improved customer satisfaction by resolving technical issues on time.
• Conducted regular system maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing disruptions.

• Conducted extensive literature reviews to identify research gaps and formulate hypotheses for organic-inorganic perovskite solar cells.
• Developed and optimized computational models using density functional theory (DFT) in Quantum Espresso to analyze perovskite materials' structural, electronic, and optical properties.
• Performed data analysis using Python and MATLAB to interpret simulation results and optimize material properties for enhanced solar cell efficiency.
• Assisted in writing and revising a comprehensive thesis, including literature review, methodology, results, and discussion chapters.
• Prepared detailed progress reports and maintained meticulous records of simulation methodologies and outcomes.
• Presented research findings at academic conferences, preparing posters and oral presentations to communicate results to the scientific community.
• Stayed updated with the latest advancements in perovskite solar cells and computational methods through continuous learning and professional development.

• Kept physics and mathematics students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centred learning.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Enhanced classroom engagement through interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
• Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.