Heshan Chen

Co-Founder

New York City, New York, United States10 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Expert in AI systems for sustainable solutions.
  • Interdisciplinary approach to urban ecology and public policy.
  • Proven track record in innovative environmental research.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a multidisciplinary expert in Environmental Science and Technology, focusing on AI-driven sustainability solutions.

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C (Programming Language)JavaScriptPowershellData AnalysisPython (Programming Language)API ManagementProduct DevelopmentProduct ManagementEnglishEngineering

About

I build AI systems that bridge technology, environmental science, and public policy. With a background in machine learning, robotics, and emerging media, I focus on applying advanced models: particularly reasoning-capable AGI prototypes, to solve real-world challenges like urban ecology, sustainable infrastructure, and climate resilience. My work combines technical rigor with interdisciplinary insight to create scalable, socially responsible innovations for a more sustainable future.

Experience

10 mos
Total Experience
5 mos
Average Tenure
7 mos
Current Experience

Columbia climate school

2 roles

Graduate Researcher

Feb 2026Present · 2 mos · New York, United States · On-site

  • Research Program on Sustainability Policy and Management (SPM)

Graduate Researcher

Sep 2025Present · 7 mos · New York, United States · On-site

  • Center for Sustainable Urban Development | National Center for Disaster Preparedness
  • Contributing to post-earthquake recovery research integrating satellite remote sensing, community vulnerability mapping, and climate-resilient urban planning for the Hatay region.
  • Developing geospatial analytics workflows that integrate GIS data pipelines with AI agent architectures to evaluate land-use change, infrastructure damage, and multi-hazard exposure.

Nyserda

Graduate Consultant

Jan 2026Present · 3 mos · New York, New York, United States

  • Computing the Costs & Benefits: Data Centers, Grid Policy, and Clean Energy in New York.
  • Capstone project, School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University

Peking university

Pre-doctoral researcher in Economics

Dec 2025Present · 4 mos · New York, United States · Remote

  • Institute of Carbon Neutrality | School of Economics, Peking University
  • Environmental Economics and Biodiversity Research

Lamont-doherty earth observatory

Graduate Researcher

Aug 2025Present · 8 mos · Palisades, New York, United States · On-site

  • Developing AI algorithms for autonomous plastic detection and capture using a solar-powered catamaran equipped with visible light sensors and hyperspectral cameras in urban river environments; Collaborating with Zoran Kostic Lab to design and implement multi-sensor data fusion pipelines for real-time plastic identification and classification.
  • Conducting comprehensive analysis of different plastic materials and their spectral signatures to improve detection accuracy and environmental monitoring capabilities.
  • Contributing to sustainable environmental solutions through the integration of renewable energy systems and advanced AI technologies for aquatic pollution remediation.

Shanghai electric group co., ltd

Electrical and Control Engineer

Jun 2023Aug 2023 · 2 mos · Guangdong, China · On-site

  • Participated in Tesla’s 4680 battery production line design and setup by programming PLCs to control servo motors for battery cell winding, achieving a 2% increase in production quality.
  • Developed a custom MES software using C# for real-time monitoring and control of the battery cell winding machine. Implemented real-time status tracking using Deep Learning models and CCD data integration features in the MES software, leading to a 10% increase in yield detection accuracy.

Flying bark productions

Information Technology Intern

Jan 2023May 2023 · 4 mos · Australia · On-site

  • Maintained and optimized a human resource database for a large animation studio by developing APIs and implementing Python scripts. Automated daily generation of an employee profile spreadsheet, integrating it with the new HR management platform, eliminating manual data entry and increasing data accuracy.
  • Designed and implemented an IT support chatbot using JavaScript, Python, and OpenAI’s GPT-3.5 model API on Google Cloud Platform, reducing IT support response time by 35%; Enabled IT staff and creators to access computer equipment information within Google Chat, as well as facilitated IT Help Ticket creation and machine rebooting through specific commands.
  • Safely migrated files for multiple projects from NAS to a new hard disk array using PowerShell, ensuring data integrity and minimal disruption.

Ride-hailing software division, yangguang travel

Software Engineer Intern

Jun 2021Sep 2021 · 3 mos · Beijing, China · On-site

  • Improved AI service processes for issues like “unable to pick up passengers” with meta-learning framework, reducing service errors by 20%.
  • Developed a “Vehicle Level Calculator” to classify vehicles based on price and wheelbase, increasing driver access efficiency by 200%, reducing customer service load by 3%, and contributing to setting up EV service standards.
  • Utilized machine learning methods to analyze extensive data sets and collaborated with software engineers to enhance home page function recommendations for drivers.

Nimbus uav

Founder, Project Manager & Chief Engineer

Oct 2018Apr 2021 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Beijing, China

  • Entrepreneurship project, focusing on the industrial application of UAV
  • Guided UAV Lab to complete two UAV express delivery schemes base on the Coanda effect, including UAV design, route planning, staffing, and business plan.
  • Guided UAV Lab to complete City Hybrid multi-rotor UAV Design schemes, including UAV design, route planning, staffing, and business plan.

Education

Stanford University

Master of Science — Civil and Environmental Engineering

Jan 2026Jan 2027

Columbia University

Master of Public Administration — Environmental Science and Policy

Jan 2025Jan 2026

Boston University

Bachelor of Science — Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS)

Jan 2021Jan 2025

Boston University

Bachelor of Science — Cinema Studies and Film Production

Jan 2021Jan 2025

University of Chicago

Data Science and Public Policy Scholar

Feb 2023Sep 2023

Tsinghua University High School

Junior High School Diploma

Jan 2015Jan 2018

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