Welcome

I’m Rick Rejeleene and this is my website. I'm a Scientist and an Engineer. I describe myself belonging and thinking through Western Reformed Tradition, of Tamil Descent with Cosmopolitan outlook. My Ancestors are from Tamil Nadu, India.

I also graduated with a Ph.D. in Computer and Information Science, focusing on Machine Learning, under the advising of Dr. Xiaowei Xu at University of Arkansas. I also earned a M.S in Computer Science writing my thesis titled, "Kodai: A Software Architecture and Implementation for Segmentation" , under Dr. Joan Peckham . My Master's Degree is from the University of Rhode Island , USA. I cherish books.

My Mom describes me as being thorough in my thoughts.

I consider myself to be a "Reader's Reader"

I'm drawn to real world problems, where research can directly improve products, services and people's lives. For my future, I desire to build institutions that outlasts me - rooted in principles.

My favorite scientists are Alexander Graham Bell , for his work ethic, R.A. Fisher , for his original contributions in statistics.

My friends describe me as intellectual, friendly, caring, faithful, committed, visionary and good listener. I'm trilingual. I speak English, Tamil and Hindi . In my spare time, I write in my blog page . I delight in reading , writing, meeting new people and taking walks.

I enjoy Cosmopolitan environment being around, with people from various cultures.

I welcome collaboration and thoughtful conversation on any of the topics in my Blog . If my work resonates with you, Please feel free to reach out to me.