Emmanuel Sampson

Engineered a custom microscope and software program to automatically locate and identify surface defects on fiber-optic end-faces, thereby enhancing transmission efficiency for medical applications like kidney stone removal and cancer treatment.

Assembled a Time-of-Flight secondary ion mass spectrometer that analyzes the chemical composition of the outermost atomic layers of a solid material.

Investigating optimal configurations of iron-nickel and cobalt-iron alloys to enhance magnetization properties as a cost-effective alternative to rare earth metal semiconductors.

Developed an innovative sensor system that detects bird-window collisions through frequency analysis, winning the William and Mary 2024 Hackathon.

Created a radio sensor capable of detecting and locating mechanical items not intentionally transmitting signals, such as fans or turbines.

Developed electronic instruments for measuring infrared light reflectivity at shallow angles on variable materials in collaboration with CERN, NIST, and CALTECH.

Developed a simulation for drones and eVTOLs to autonomously route life-saving medical supplies, navigating around obstacles like traffic and weather to improve delivery times and patient safety.

Designed and simulated a machine learning tool to detect and classify microplastic contaminants in fluid systems by analyzing their unique reflective frequencies. The model provided real-time data analysis of fluid velocity, contaminant size and shape, and concentration levels, with direct applications in predictive maintenance for industrial hydraulics.

Designing portable Desktop Size Surface Mounting Device (SMD) to contribute to development of microwave circuits, 3D PCB-like boards that move nanomaterials with microwave frequencies.

Created a sensor using Arduino to detect minor changes in humidity and temperature, designed to help preserve sensitive species and organisms within small, controlled environments.

Co-developed a web application to help younger generations visually understand and begin planning for retirement through small, manageable steps.

Created and hosted William & Mary's first annual STEM symposium, featuring a panel of tech and engineering professionals to speak and connect with the community.

Transformed an underutilized laboratory into a fully operational facility by managing the equipment budget and redesigning the space to optimize workflow.

Developed an arts outsourcing and consultation website to better connect companies to creative professionals.

Directed films and contributed to the progress of a filmmaking club at the College of William & Mary, earning acknowledgment at the Ampersand International Arts Festival.