I am
Using computer science to understand human differences and build tools for families.
I am Brady Zhou, a high school student exploring the intersection of computer science, machine learning, neuroscience, and human-centered technology.
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About
I build at the intersection of technology, curiosity, and human experience.
My interest in computer science began with a simple question: how can technology help us better understand people and solve problems that matter in everyday life?
That question has led me from studying autism-related patterns in brain connectivity to developing MyChild360, a platform designed to help families organize and understand complex educational, medical, and developmental information.
Outside of technology, I am a violinist, student leader, and active member of my school community.
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Featured Research
Regeneron ISEF Finalist
Studying autism through functional brain connectivity
I developed a machine learning pipeline to examine whether patterns in functional brain connectivity could distinguish autistic participants from neurotypical controls.
Beyond model performance, the project focused on a deeper challenge: understanding how research-site differences, validation choices, and high-dimensional data can affect scientific conclusions.
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Building for Families
MyChild360
A clearer view of a child’s journey
Documents
Health
Education
Progress
MyChild360
Turning scattered information into a connected picture
Families often manage information across IEPs, therapy notes, medical records, medications, school performance, sleep, and daily observations. MyChild360 is designed to bring those pieces together.
- Document management and intelligent search
- RAG and vector-database retrieval
- Dashboards and progress visualization
- Medication, health, school, and sleep tracking
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Selected Projects
Projects
Research, software, and engineering
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Family Technology
MyChild360
A family-centered platform that combines intelligent document search, dashboards, and long-term tracking to help parents understand and manage complex information about their child.
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Autism Connectivity Research
A research pipeline using functional brain connectivity and machine learning to study autism-related patterns while examining validation, site effects, and model limitations.
↗03Aerospace Engineering
Moon Rover Engineering
A collaborative engineering project involving rover design, programming, testing, and iterative problem-solving for a simulated lunar environment.
↗04Web Development
Portfolio Website
A personal portfolio designed and built with Next.js and TypeScript to communicate research, technical work, leadership, and creative interests.
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Music
Violin
Discipline, listening, and shared expression
Music has been one of the longest commitments in my life. Through All-State Orchestra and my role as Principal Second Violin in my school chamber orchestra, I have learned how individual preparation contributes to a larger ensemble.
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Leadership and Impact
School and Community
Leading through responsibility and long-term commitment
STEM Leadership
Four-year appointed representative for the AMS pathway in Walton High School’s STEM Academy.
Student Government
Contributing to student initiatives, communication, and school community engagement.
FirstStep
Supporting organizational programs, major website updates, and community-focused initiatives.
Connect
Thank you for exploring my work.
My projects continue to evolve as I learn, build, and explore new questions.