Nitish Ramaraj

Computer Science Graduate Student

Columbia University

About

As a Computer Science Graduate student at Columbia University, I am fascinated by the intersection of Natural Language Processing and Systems. My academic journey has equipped me with hands-on experience in developing scalable systems and intelligent applications to solve complex problems. I am eager to explore how cutting-edge NLP techniques can enhance human-computer interaction and enable smarter, more responsive systems. Driven by curiosity and a passion for innovation, I strive to create technology that improves user experiences and addresses challenges across various industries.

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Interests

NLP
Systems
Full Stack Development
Deep Learning
Problem Solving
People Management

Education

M.S in Computer Science, Expected 2026

Columbia University
B.S in Computer Science, 2025

Vellore Institute of Technology

Experience

My Journey so Far

Research Intern

National Institute of Technology, Karnataka

May 2024 – Aug 2024 Surathkal, Karnataka

Investigated advanced neural network architectures, including Vision Transformers (ViT) and CNNs, for Cerebral Arterial Stroke Imaging. Applied transfer learning and fine-tuning techniques on pre-trained models for improved feature extraction, enhancing diagnostic precision. Implemented ensemble learning methods to combine model predictions and utilized cross-validation techniques to ensure robustness and generalizability in prognostic outcomes.

Software Developer Intern

Invenger Technologies

Dec 2022 – Dec 2023 Mangalore, Karnataka

Implemented and customized ERP systems for global manufacturing industries, enhancing operational efficiency through tailored configurations. Integrated multiple vendor APIs to develop a custom module for automated order creation, establishing a workflow that eliminates human intervention. Recognized with the Best Intern Award for achieving high client satisfaction and project success.

Research Publications

Glimpse of my Research Work

Neural Network-Powered Conductorless Ticketing for Public Transportation

Nitish Ramaraj, Girish Murugan, Dr. Rajeshkannan Regunathan

Edge AI-Based Smart Classroom with Dynamic Student Attentiveness Monitoring

Nitish Ramaraj, Girish Murugan, Himneesh Goyal, Tejas Anil, R.Rajavarman, Dr. Vetriselvi T

Securing Healthcare Data: A Behavioural Biometrics Approach using One-Class SVM

Nitish Ramaraj, Girish Murugan, Dr. Rajeshkannan Regunathan

Patient Medical Report Analyser A Multi-Stage Workflow

Nitish Ramaraj, Girish Murugan, Tejas Anil, Dr. Vetriselvi T, Dr. Jagadeesan S

Projects

Brain Tumuor Detection.

This project aimed to detect brain tumors from MRI images using a TensorFlow-Keras implementation of the VGG19 architecture. Leveraging a dataset of 10,000 augmented MRI images, the model achieved an accuracy exceeding 80%.

AI-Powered Patient Summary Generator

Developed a full-stack Next.js application that enables healthcare providers to upload medical records for AI-generated summary reports. Integrated OpenAI’s GPT API to analyze patient vitals and identify serious abnormalities, allowing doctors to quickly access essential patient information.

Sell-Easy

Sell-Easy an innovative platform developed to facilitate the buying and selling of pre-owned items within the campus community. With a focus on sustainability and affordability, Sell-Easy provides students with a convenient way to exchange their old belongings, ranging from textbooks and electronics to clothing and furniture.

Automated Free Slot Finder

The VIT Common Slot Finder is a project that employs computer vision to analyze complex student timetables and identify available free slots. Designed for internal VIT student teams, it facilitates meeting scheduling by analyzing the timetables of approximately 100 students to find common free slots.

Counsailia

Counsailia is an AI-driven counseling service designed to connect students with counselors who are their seniors or individuals who have walked a similar path. It starts with a comprehensive questionnaire that tracks students' interests and assesses their current standing.

Data Pre-Proccessing CLI

The CLI was developed for efficient data preprocessing, crucial in refining raw data for analytical tasks. Through a user-friendly command-line tool, it streamlines tasks such as cleaning, encoding, and visualization, thereby empowering data scientists to optimize workflows and ensure data integrity.

Posts

Sharing my Experiences and Interests

Bangalore Tech Summit -2024

The Bangalore Tech Summit 2024 sharing my experience which was a place of innovation, gained knowledge, and valuable connections.

Horizon - The Tech Fest

Annual tech fest conducted by ISTE to promote technical knowledge.

Flask Foundations- Youtube Session

Flask Foundations, a web development framework, in a dynamic YouTube session. Explore Flask API, routing, Postman testing, CRUD operations, and SQL integration.

Startup Incubation- IIT Madras Visit

The visit to vibrant startup ecosystem at the prestigious IIT-Madras campus, where groundbreaking ventures come to life.

Volunteer Works

Techinal Director

Institution’s Innovation Council, VIT

Jan 2024 – Present Vellore

As the head of the Technical Team which is under the Government of India, I was responsible for leading my team, fostering a startup culture, and developing the organization’s digital space. I also managed the evaluation of technical startup ideas.'

Technical Core Commitee Member

Indian Institute of Technical Education

Aug 2021 – Jan 2023 Vellore

As a pivotal member of the technical core committee, I immersed myself in the field of web development, channeling my focus and expertise to drive impactful initiatives, where I took charge of organizing workshops and hackathons aimed at spreading technical knowledge to a broad audience.

Social Work & Design

Leo Club

Aug 2021 – Sep 2022 Vellore

I was responsible to fulfill the needs of deserving individuals and spearheaded efforts to expand our charity’s reach. In my role, I focused on digital initiatives, designing numerous posters to amplify our message and extend our assistance to a broader audience

Achievements

Earned a spot among the Top 20 Individuals recognized for their entrepreneurial mindset at the university, leading to participation in the IIT-Madras Startup Incubation Center Visit.
Obtained AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification, demonstrating proficiency in cloud computing.
Served as the Head Manager at the International Language Festival in college, overseeing all aspects of the event’s management.
Coordinated the Flagship Tech Event of the university, managing participants and guests from around the globe.
Achieved the position of 2nd runners-up as a State-Level Badminton Player.
Recognized with the Best Innovator Award for outstanding performance during hackathon.
Participated in the Bangalore Tech Summit- 2024, engaging with top company leaders from around the world to exchange insights and ideas.

Contact

[email protected]
Mangalore, Karnataka 575004
LinkedIn
GitHub