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Kyle Tulsie

Kyle Tulsie

MSc in Data Scientist Student: 20-12-2024

kyletulsie12@gmail.com

B.Sc., The University of the West Indies

I am Kyle Tulsie, a dedicated professional with a B.Sc. in Economics and currently pursuing an M.Sc. in Data Science. My academic focus is on applying data-driven techniques to analyze economic trends and inform policies that drive sustainable growth in Caribbean economies. By integrating economic theory with advanced analytical tools, such as statistical modeling and machine learning, I aim to address critical challenges and uncover opportunities for long-term regional development. Through my studies, I have built a strong foundation in data analysis and problem-solving, enabling me to bridge the gap between traditional economic frameworks and modern technological solutions. My ultimate goal is to contribute to evidence-based policymaking that fosters resilience and sustainable progress in the Caribbean. Beyond academics, I maintain a commitment to health and fitness, recognizing its importance in achieving balance and discipline. I also enjoy exploring new destinations and immersing myself in great literature, pursuits that complement my dedication to continuous personal and professional growth.

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Nicholas Mendez

Nicholas Mendez

Data Scientist: 07-10-2024

nicholas.mendez@uwi.edu

M.Sc., The University of the West Indies

B.Sc., The University of the West Indies

Nicholas Mendez is a Computing & IT Instructor at UWI St. Augustine, with a Master’s in Computer Science. He lectures in Software Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, and Web Programming. He is also involved in departmental software projects and serves on the Internship and Outreach committees. Outside of academia, Nicholas is an Organizer for GDG Port-of-Spain and Assistant Country Director for ICPC Trinidad and Tobago. He is an award-winning author on Dev.to and has published in Information Retrieval but is keen on exploring new research areas.

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Abdullah Ali

Abdullah Ali

Data Science Intern: 13-05-2024

abdullaaahali@gmail.com

Abdullah Ali is a Data Governance Analyst at a leading American healthcare organization and a Data Science Researcher at TT Lab, where he spearheaded the development of the agentic LLM and RAG components of AI4SIDS — a framework for climate resilience in Small Island Developing States. He holds a BSc in Computer Science from the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, and is currently pursuing an MSc in Analytics at the Georgia Institute of Technology. His work has spanned enterprise data governance in regulated healthcare environments, AI research, and applied machine learning for policy and climate challenges. Abdullah is a PCI DSS Internal Security Assessor, an NVIDIA-certified RAG developer, and has presented on data governance for the Caribbean at the 21st Caribbean Internet Governance Forum. He is the lead author of a forthcoming IEEE CARIBCON 2026 paper proposing agentic RAG architectures for accelerating sustainable development in SIDS.

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Tariq Mohammed

Tariq Mohammed

MPhil Student: 13-01-2024

tariq.fmohammed@outlook.com

B.Sc., The University of the West Indies

Tariq holds a BSc. In Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of the West Indies (UWI), where he graduated at the top of his specialization, communications systems, with first class honours, and where he is currently pursuing his MPhil in the same field. He is currently a consultant radio engineer for the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), on a regional project focused on maritime telecommunications; and serves as one of ITU’s Generation Connect Youth Envoy for the Americas.

Born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago, Tariq has an avid interest in using his skills to provide service to the people, tackling national, regional and international issues such as digital exclusion and ICT inaccessibility through multi-dimensional approaches spanning technical and social domains. His interests also include the development of enabling policies and regulations to create a more inclusive digital future, which can be used and enjoyed by all.

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