Hey, I’m Ernest…
Data Scientist & ML Engineer
I turn complex data into powerful insights, driving impact in AI, healthcare, fintech, and data science. From machine learning to predictive modeling and NLP, I uncover patterns that fuel smarter decisions across industries.
When I’m not solving data challenges, I’m exploring new ideas, great music, or the outdoors. Let’s connect and make data work for you!
Let’s connect and discover how data can transform your next project!
Learn more about me:
About Me…
Montclair State University
M.S. Data Science (Expected Graduation: May 5th, 2025)
Key Achievements & Recognition
Alpha Epsilon Lambda Honor Society (top 5% of graduate students)
President & Founder, NextGen Tech Thinkers Club (MSU), a student-led initiative fostering AI, data science, and emerging technologies discussions.
Featured, MSU Communications for exemplary internship & research
Mentorship & Leadership in Data Science
Member, Tri-Alpha Honor Society (Delta Chi Chapter, MSU)
Mentored over 30 students in the development of Virtual Reality simulations at Hu-Au Lab.
Designed and implemented motion-tracking systems to enhance VR training modules.
Data Solutions
Developed AI-driven predictive models, analytics platforms, and scalable data solutions across healthcare, fintech, and research. Led predictive analytics research at BMS, optimizing healthcare decisions with NLP and machine learning. Built AI-powered compliance systems for medical apps, automating FDA, FTC, and HIPAA risk assessments. Designed interactive dashboards and predictive pipelines, enhancing operational efficiency and financial growth.
Certifications & Skills
Natural Language Processing Specialization (Coursera)
Machine Learning Specialization (Coursera)
The Complete Data Science Bootcamp (365 Careers)
Data Analytics OneCampus Academy (GATIP)
Bright Network Internship Experience UK, Technology
Python, SQL, R, Java, C++
Machine Learning (TensorFlow, Keras, Hugging Face Transformers)
Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Snowflake, Databricks)
Business Intelligence (Power BI, Tableau, SAS)
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Honored Member of AEL
Recognizing Excellence in Graduate Studies
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Honored Member of TriAlpha
Academic achievement as a first-generation Graduate student
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Scholars Program Awardee
Advancing Healthcare Analytics
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Presenter, Data Analytics Working Group
Sharing insights on data-driven solutions
Projects & Publications
Healthcare Predictive Analytics Using NLP and Large Language Model (LLM)
A personalized recommendation system for underrepresented groups in that leverages Machine Learning and BERT models to process clinical data, achieving enhanced ICU prediction accuracy.
Aligned with Bristol Myers Squibb’s mission to transform lives through science, this work contributes to reducing disparities and improving outcomes for underrepresented populations in ICU care.
Advancing Drug-Drug Interaction Prediction using Knowledge Graphs and Graph Neural Networks
This study combines Knowledge Graphs (KGs) and Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) to predict drug-drug interactions, improving safety in polypharmacy. By integrating DrugBank, PubChem, and PubMed data, the model enhances link prediction accuracy. A Graph Convolutional Network (GCN) outperforms other models, while ChemBERTa-based molecular encoding and literature mining improve predictions for unseen drugs. This framework supports safer prescriptions and data-driven clinical decisions.
Sales Performance Dashboard: Analyzing Revenue, Orders, and Product Trends
Utilizing advanced data visualization techniques to analyze key sales metrics, including revenue, orders, and product performance.
Can be useful in offering valuable insights into sales trends and return rates, enabling data-driven decision-making for inventory management and strategy optimization.
Supervised Learning for Power Plant Energy Generation in the US
Leveraging advanced preprocessing techniques to conduct various analyses tailored to the diversity of the data collected.
These techniques enable insights into the geographic distribution of power plants, their energy source capacities, and variability, facilitating data-driven decisions for energy optimization and sustainability.
Automated Regulatory Classification of Mobile
This study leverages AI and NLP to automate the regulatory classification of mobile medical apps, achieving 85% accuracy in detecting compliance risks. Findings show 54.8% of Google Play and 58% of Apple App Store apps lack proper oversight. The proposed framework enhances pre-publication screening and real-time monitoring, ensuring safer and more transparent healthcare apps.
AI-powered financial crime prevention with cybersecurity, IT, and data science in modern banking
This paper explores how AI and data science methodologies are transforming financial crime prevention in banking, highlighting the superior detection rates and reduced false positives achieved through AI-powered solutions. It also identifies key challenges, including data privacy and regulatory compliance, while proposing future research directions to enhance these systems.
Languages & Tools
What people have said…
"In addition to his technical skills and contributions to improve our management strategies, Ernest efficiently managed multiple projects, including website updates, all while maintaining high-quality work. His strong work ethic and problem-solving abilities made him a valuable asset, and I am confident he will excel in any future role."
Hanson Lee, Director, Operations Services, Port Authority of NY&NJ
"Ernest is not just hardworking but passionate at what he does, he is a team player and was an inspiration even at the time. He is calm, cool, collected and intelligent, knows why, how and when to deliver his responsibilities. He is an asset at what ever level or responsibility you hold him accountable for. I have no doubt he will continue to do awesomely well."
Emmanuel Nwaiwu, Project Manager, Business Intelligence.Operations Jumia Nig.
"Ernest’s focus on using data science in healthcare research and supporting clinical trials demonstrates his drive and innovation. His technical proficiency and passion for healthcare research make him a valuable asset, and I am confident he will make significant contributions to future healthcare projects."
Hao Liu Ph.D, Assistant Prof. Montclair State University
"Ernest’s positive attitude and unique ability in maintaining the highest quality in his work, together with his exceptional communication skills makes him an asset to any organization. I have no doubt that Ernest will continue to excel in his future endeavors and highly recommend him to any potential employer or partner."
Jennifer Odimgbe-James, Legal & Compliance Analyst