Skyler Hughes

Hello my name is Skyler Hughes. I am a senior pursuing majors in Computer Science and Physics at the University of New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. I have research interests in Reinforcement Learning (RL), Discrete Differential Geometry, Planning, the Material Point Method, and Physics Simulation. I am interested in high speed, long horizon planning problems. As well as material simulation and structure optimization. Previously I have worked on telemetry visualization software for an experimental aircraft, and I am currently the computer science team lead for my school’s NASA lunabotics competition team. My hobbies include recreational programming, Blender3D modeling, skateboarding, breadboard electronics, and photography. This summer I will be working under Dr. Corah and Dr. Scherer in the Airlab focusing on autonomous drone planning algorithms for multi-drone reconstruction. I am very excited to expand my knowledge in these complex fields, and look forward to applying them to future projects across a variety of fields! I am very grateful to Rachel Burcin and the other RISS leaders for making this such an unforgettable experience!