Luis F. J. Velázquez Sosa

Work Experience

University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus - RCMI-CCRHD

August 2024 – Present

Project Focus: Collaborating with medical labs to determine reference intervals for cardio-metabolic diseases, using machine learning techniques to identify pathological and non-pathological results.
Research Goals: Contributing to medicine by discovering potential variations in reference intervals across different populations (race, gender, ethnicity) using data from OCHIN and local Puerto Rican laboratories.
Tools & Techniques:
- Programming Languages: R, Python
- Machine Learning: Applied advanced algorithms to analyze large datasets, discovering patterns that inform clinical decisions.
- Data Sources: OCHIN database, local laboratory data from Puerto Rico
Impact: Aiming to tailor medical reference intervals that better reflect diverse populations, with the potential to improve diagnosis accuracy and treatment outcomes.

University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus - DECEP

April 2023 – June 2024

Enhanced a Django and PostgreSQL platform to improve user interfaces, streamline course enrollments, and integrate Stripe for payment processing.
Utilized Agile methodologies and tools such as Python, PostgreSQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus - RCMI-CCRHD

November 2022 – September 2023

Applied unsupervised machine learning techniques for data visualization and statistical analysis using Python and R.
Analyzed confidential patient data to uncover significant patterns in lab outcomes related to sex, age, and ethnicity.

Department of Health of Puerto Rico at the Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport

July 2021 – March 2022

Managed travel declaration forms for international passengers, ensuring compliance with health protocols.
Resolved conflicts and de-escalated high-stress situations with passengers.