Akshat Shah
@akshatshah6
I build AI research and space-regulation technology ventures with measurable startup traction.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I'm building SpaceReg Navigator, a platform that manages spaceflight regulatory documents for satellite launch compliance. As CTO, I've secured $5K in non-dilutive OSU funding toward $10K raised, earned three company support letters, and developed relationships with industry and legal professionals.
My research spans AI accessibility, human–AI interaction, and large language model performance. At the University of Texas at Austin, I've reviewed 50+ papers and analyzed trust dynamics across 100+ AI interactions involving incorrect user inputs.
At Ohio State, I compared human programmers' code with outputs from ChatGPT, Gemini, and Snapchat AI, evaluating quality, correctness, and reasoning patterns across 50+ solutions. I presented these findings to faculty, translating technical results clearly.
I'm also developing computer vision tools through the Big Data Analytics Association, including a skin-cancer detection program trained on 500+ images that improved prediction by 15–20% over baseline models. I bring a 4.0 GPA, entrepreneurship experience, and a growing focus on space and AI regulatory frameworks.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chief Technical Officer
SpaceReg Navigator
May 2025 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Engineered a platform managing spaceflight regulatory documents for satellite launch compliance. Executed outreach to 50+ companies, securing support letters and building VC relationships.
Accepted Member
Big Data Analytics Association
Aug 2024 - Present (2 years)
Selected for BDAA Software Showcase to develop software. Developed a computer vision program detecting skin cancer in 500+ images with high accuracy.
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Feb 2024 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Reviewed 50+ research papers on AI applications for accessibility and analyzed trust dynamics in AI interactions. Developed interdisciplinary findings from 30+ studies on human-AI interaction.
Eagle Scout
Boy Scouts of America
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Designed a birdwatching area at a local retirement center, including a garden and bench. Built birdhouses and landscaped, raising funds and coordinating volunteers.
Compared human programmers' code against outputs from multiple large language models. Evaluated performance differences among LLMs and analyzed code quality and reasoning patterns.
Presentor
SmallSat Symposium
Selected as one of 10 student-led startups to present at SmallSat 2026. Raised $4,800+ through funding initiatives and scheduled meetings with industry executives.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science and Engineering
Grade: 4.0
Activities and societies: Dean's List (4 consecutive semesters), Honors Engineering Program, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Scholars Program
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering with a 4.0 GPA, Dean's List honors, and participation in the Honors Engineering Program.
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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