Alan Zheng

Student, Researcher, Innovator

High School Senior | Forever in Our Hearts

"Bridging technology and social impact through research and innovation"

About Alan

A passionate high school senior whose curiosity bridged AI, climate science, and human understanding.

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Innovative Thinker

Developed solutions combining cutting-edge technology with real-world impact.

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Environmental Advocate

Dedicated to making climate data accessible and understandable for everyone.

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Lifelong Learner

From Unity game development to advanced AI research and published papers.

Projects & Work

Research & Publications

Published

Climate Change Pulse: Bridging Natural Disasters and Social Media Sentiment

16th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics (AHFE 2025) and the Affiliated Conferences

15M+
Data Points Analyzed
NLP + AI
Advanced Technologies
2025
Conference Publication

Explores the intersection of NLP, climate science, and social media analysis—demonstrating how AI techniques can understand public perception and response to climate events.

Key Contributions

  • Novel approach correlating disaster data with social media sentiment
  • RAG technology for intelligent climate data exploration
  • Accessible platform for understanding climate change impacts
  • Analysis of 15M+ social media data points for climate insights
Provisional Patent Filed

Provisional Patent Application

U.S. Patent Application No. 63/760,649

Filed provisional patent protecting innovative methodologies and systems developed through research— demonstrating both academic excellence and entrepreneurial vision.

Award Winner

GameGala 2025 Competition

Recognition for Excellence in Game Development

Recognized for outstanding achievement in game development—showcasing technical skills, creativity, and ability to create engaging interactive experiences.

Service Award

Presidential Volunteer Service Award

Recognition for Outstanding Community Service

Honored with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award—recognizing dedication to community service and commitment to making a positive impact through volunteer work.

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Research Impact

Exemplifies interdisciplinary research—combining computer science, environmental science, and social sciences to address humanity's most pressing challenges. An inspiration for future researchers.

Project Presentations

AI 1 Project

Alan presents his artificial intelligence project, demonstrating his understanding of machine learning concepts and applications.

Unity 1 Project

Alan showcases his game development skills using Unity, highlighting his versatility in computer science.

Legacy & Impact

Though Alan's time with us was far too brief, his impact resonates through his work, his passion for learning, and his commitment to using technology for the greater good.

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Research Excellence

Published at an international conference as a high school senior—demonstrating exceptional research abilities in NLP, AI, and interdisciplinary problem-solving.

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Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Built functional applications from concept to deployment—combining technical excellence with product thinking to create tools that serve real purposes.

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Social Impact

Dedicated his talents to addressing global challenges—using technology to make complex issues accessible and actionable for communities worldwide.

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Alan's legacy lives on through his research contributions, innovative applications, and the inspiration he provides to young people pursuing science and technology for social good.

Forever remembered, forever inspiring.