Field Notes / Portfolio

Kislay Parashar

Supercomputing | AI Infrastructure | Hardware Systems

Building high-performance computing and hardware-first AI infrastructure for real-world deployment. Research interests include space systems, AI, quantum methods, and distributed systems.

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Experience

Key roles and contributions

Co-Founder - Cosmic Labs

Building intelligent supercomputing systems for space and AI infrastructure.

Research Affiliate - Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Research focus in HPC and supercomputing systems.

Investor - PathBids - PilotPathFinder

Investor in a Founder University / Launch.co backed vertical AI SaaS in the airline industry.

Satellite Systems Software Engineer - Hughes Network Systems / Dish Networks - Echostar Corporation

Built multi-tenant RF spectrum interfaces and satellite land gateways for enterprise and telecom customers, including major satellite ecosystems.

Student Body President - University of Maryland

Also served as Board of Trustees representative and student consultant to the Department of IT.

Undergraduate Teaching/Research Fellow - Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Maryland

Undergraduate Research Assistant - Quantum Systems - University of Maryland, A. James Clark School of Engineering

5G Software Intern - AT&T

Technology Consultant Intern - Deloitte

Research Fellow - University of Cambridge - Inspire Program

Research Intern - Delhi University

Worked on galactic astronomy research under the Cambridge-Delhi innovation collaboration.

Publications

Research contributions and academic work

Research Article
2024

Accounting for Anomalous Velocity Curve in Galaxies as a Possible Frame Dragging Effect

Kislay Parashar

Authorea

This research explores the anomalous velocity curves observed in galaxies and investigates the potential frame dragging effects that could explain these phenomena. The study presents novel approaches to understanding galactic dynamics through the lens of general relativity and frame dragging effects.

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Substack
Ongoing

Kislay Parashar - Engineering Notes

Kislay Parashar

Substack

Long-form writing on distributed systems, space, AI, quantum, and infrastructure. As new essays are published, they are available directly on the Substack profile page below.

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Media Coverage

Press coverage and media mentions

Maryland Global

Kislay Parashar: International Student, SGA President, Trailblazer

"Kislay Parashar became involved in student leadership at the University of Maryland as soon as he stepped foot in the U.S., becoming the Student Government Association's international student representative at the start of his freshman year. Three years and many leadership roles later, he serves as the first international student to become SGA president in UMD history."

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College Magazine

A Q&A with UMD Student Body President Kislay Parashar

An in-depth interview with Kislay Parashar about his role as Student Body President, his vision for the University of Maryland, and his journey as an international student leader.

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The Diamondback

Kislay Parashar is prioritizing inclusivity at UMD in his bid for SGA president

"Kislay Parashar is always there for his friends — and they say he will also be there for students if he's elected the next SGA president this week. An international student from India, Parashar joined the SGA his freshman year to help the international student community."

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DCist

UMD SGA Allocates Funds to Support Classmates During COVID

Coverage of the Student Government Association's initiatives to support students during the COVID pandemic, highlighting Kislay Parashar's leadership in allocating funds for student support programs.

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The Independent

Maryland University Cultural Centres for Students

International coverage of the University of Maryland's initiative to create cultural centers for students, featuring Kislay Parashar's role in advocating for international student representation and cultural spaces on campus.

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The Washington Post

Darryll Pines University of Maryland

Coverage of University of Maryland President Darryll Pines' initiatives and the student government's role in campus leadership, featuring Kislay Parashar's contributions as SGA President and his work with university administration.

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Projects

Bringing ideas to life through code

Earth and orbital network visualization for QBoost project

QBoost

Chrome extension for optimized web traffic routing (Network Telemetry), reducing load time/data by 30-40%.

Chrome Extension JavaScript Network Telemetry
Abstract AI neural network image for Cosimo project

Cosimo

Quantum enhanced GNN/LSTM model for satellite optical beam allocation bandwidth optimization.

Python GNN LSTM Quantum Computing
Commercial aircraft image for PilotPathFinder project

PilotPathFinder

Hiring software for pilots, storing data and enabling autofill in applications. (Associated with PathBids)

Software Development AI
AI visualization image for SuggestEverything project

SuggestEverything.com

Developed by integrating GPT-3.5, IMDb, and various other APIs.

Web Development GPT-3.5 API Integration
Mobile gaming image for 2048 iOS app project

2048 Game IOS App

iOS 2048 game using Swift, implementing traversal algorithms and a SwiftUI interface.

iOS Development Swift SwiftUI

Awards

  • Undergraduate Commencement Speaker
  • Gordon R England & Bodharamik Scholarship, A. James Clark School of Engineering
  • Senior Marshall Medallion
  • Student Government Medallion
  • William H. Bud Thomas Award

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