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Behind the scenes - Edition #2, 2024
Hello, fellow MRSDs!
Welcome to the 2nd edition of the MRSD newsletter! As MRSD forges ahead through its 14th academic year, it’s remarkable to think about the extraordinary network of roboticists this program has created since its inception in 2011.
The purpose of this newsletter is to bring our amazing community even closer, by capturing the latest updates and accomplishments happening within and showcasing them in the awesome manner that they deserve to be showcased!
Each section of the newsletter aims to capture a unique aspect of what makes MRSD so special – from its alumni network, to the MRSD projects that kept us so busy, to the extraordinary individual successes and experiences that.
We hope you have a great time reading through this next installment. We’d love to hear your feedback, as well as any ideas or suggestions you might have for future editions!
Warm regards,
Editorial Team
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Nevin Valsaraj (MRSD 2023)
Nevin is currently working at Gatik in the Bay Area, where he is building out their autonomous driving platform. In the past, he has helped put together the MRSD software bootcamp and also maintains the Robotics Knowledgebase website that is part of the Systems Engineering coursework.
Jaskaran Sodhi Singh (MRSD 2025)
Jaskaran is from the MRSD class of 2025. He is excited to put forward the experiences of MRSD graduates to a wider audience through this newsletter.
Sreeharsha Paruchuri (MRSD 2026)
Sreeharsha is a part of the 2026 MRSD batch. Through the newsletter, he’s eager to give students the platform to voice their opinions on the latest technology and robotics gossip.
Anirudh Shrihari (MRSD 2026)
Anirudh is an MRSD student from the 2026 batch.
Gweneth Ge (MRSD 2027)
Madhusha Goonesekera (MRSD 2027)
Hi everyone! I’m an alumni from the class of 2025. MRSD is such a unique program - but what really makes it special is the community you become a part of. I’m thankful to be a part of this community I hope this newsletter continues to keep us all connected.
Sarah Conte (Program Manager, MRSD)
Sarah has been the Program Manager of MRSD since 2016. She has truly enjoyed witnessing the program's evolution and the amazing successes among the alumni community. This Newsletter is a great step toward connecting the entire MRSD Family.