Anthony Ha-Anh Pham
Graduate Student, Engineer, and Teacher
M.S. Engineering Technology · Texas A&M University
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I am pursuing a Master of Science in Engineering Technology at Texas A&M University. My passions are in creating innovative solutions that blend software and hardware to transform education.
I use several technologies, including...
Projects & Designs
Blood Glucose Monitor
August 2024 – May 2025
Lead software developer for a senior-year capstone project on non-invasive blood glucose monitoring using millimeter-wave sensing.
Designed an Android app with Bluetooth Low Energy, wrote ESP32 firmware to interface with a NANO VNA, and built an XGBoost model to estimate glucose levels from RF signal data.
February 2025
A web app that teaches sign language in real time using computer vision, built with a team of four during TAMUhack 2025, a 24-hour hackathon.
Responsible for the full ML pipeline: collecting and labeling a custom dataset with MediaPipe hand landmarks, then training a TensorFlow classifier that recognizes ASL gestures live via webcam.
March 2024 – April 2024
An autonomous target-seeking SCUTTLE (opens in new tab) robot built by a team of four for MXET 300 (Mechatronics I).
Designed and implemented the dynamic obstacle avoidance algorithm, the autonomous navigation logic, and real-time target detection using HSV color filtering in OpenCV.
February 2023 – April 2023
Lead developer for my group in AI4ALL Apply AI's Spring 2023 cohort, building recurrent neural networks to recognize five American Sign Language words from video sequences.
Iterated on six LSTM variants with different hyperparameters, trained on the Kaggle ASL Signs Challenge (opens in new tab) dataset.
Research Experience
Machine Learning for mmWave-Based Pest Detection
Texas A&M University
MiWiRa Lab
January 2024 – Present
Project & Thesis Overview
I am currently working on my Master's thesis, which is an exploration of using deep learning models to analyze mmWave radar data to detect pests in cattle. I am also working on fine-tuning an XGBoost model to compare against the deep learning models.
As an undergraduate researcher, I assisted in researching alternative ways of analyzing millimeter wave radar data, particularly the back-projection algorithm (BPA) and the Range Migration Algorithm (RMA).
Contributions
- Developing and training deep learning models to monitor performance with different parameter setups
- Fine-tuning XGBoost model to support lower-end hardware and lack of available data
- Developing and implementing data collection tools for mmWave radar dataset
Generative AI in Qualitative Research and Engineering Education
Texas A&M University
ENQUIRE Lab
August 2024 – Present
Project Overview
I develop tools and pipelines that utilize generative AI to analyze engineering curricula data to better understand the decision processes behind curricula development and their motivations.
Contributions
- Implemented a RAG pipeline with a PDF parser to allow users to query inputted curricula data
- Developing three-stage LLM pipeline using small, local LLMs to better adapt human text for LLM usage in an accessible fashion
Children's Achievement Attitudes and Beliefs
Texas A&M University
January 2022 – February 2023
Project Overview
I was tasked with collecting data from children through surveys and interviews for future analysis in this study. I also did literature review and analysis to learn more about related topics.
Contributions
- Organized and conducted interviews with children
- Participated in literature review and analysis
Teaching & Mentorship
Graduate Assistant Teacher – Canvas Manager
Master of Industrial Distribution · Texas A&M
January 2026 – Present
I help create course frameworks and update course materials on Canvas for the Master of Industrial Distribution program, and I ensure that all course materials are fully compliant with accessibility standards.
Freshman Engineering Peer Teacher
Texas A&M First-Year Engineering
August 2022 – May 2025
Peer teacher for four different courses (ENGR 102, PHYS 216, CLEN 261, CLEN 181). I helped students with their coursework and prepared them for their futures as engineers and as students. I provided office hours, created supplemental learning materials, and managed a Discord server for the courses.
SEAS Peer Mentor
Student Excellence and Academic Success · Texas A&M
August 2024 – May 2025
Peer mentor for current first-year, first-generation engineering students. I provided guidance and support to help them succeed in their first year at Texas A&M academically, socially, and emotionally.
ESBP Peer Mentor
Engineering Summer Bridge Program · Texas A&M
Summer 2023, Summer 2024
Peer mentor for incoming engineering students through the Engineering Summer Bridge Program. I assisted them with preparation for their Math Placement Exam and for their first year at Texas A&M with a focus on academic success and work-life balance.
VIP Peer Mentor
Virtual Introduction to Python · Texas A&M
Summer 2023, Summer 2024
Peer mentor for incoming engineering students. I assisted them with getting a solid foundation in Python in preparation for one of their core first-year courses, ENGR 102.
YouTube Series
ENGR 102 Review Series
Comprehensive exam reviews for ENGR 102. The videos mostly work through problem sets provided by the professors.
ESBP 2024 – Pre-Calculus Series
Mini lecture series for key pre-calculus concepts, tailored for ESBP students.