Data Science Executive Week 2025

9:30am CDT N201ABC
Capstone OC2-Team2
Title:   Exercise-Based Prediction of Hyper- and Hypo-glycemia in Youth with Type 1 Diabetes
Project Description: Managing blood glucose levels in youth with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) is challenging due to the complex relationships between glucose levels, exercise, insulin, heart rate, physiological attributes, and other factors. Many youth with T1D fear hypoglycemia after exercise and may overconsume calories beforehand, increasing the risk of hyperglycemia. These glucose fluctuations often discourage them from engaging in physical activity. Our project aims to develop a predictive model to classify the occurrence of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia events within two hours after exercise. Our findings are primarily targeted toward clinicians and researchers to enhance understanding of glucose regulation in relation to exercise, with the potential to later assist youth and their parents in making informed decisions about safe physical activity.
Master Students: Chun-Chih Chin, Xiling Guo, Jeong Wook Lee, Aakash Unnam
 
10:00am CDT N201ABC
Capstone OL-Team3
Project Title: Born to Be Data-Driven: Pushing the boundaries on our understanding of preterm birth
Project Description: Childbirth and infant health are critical areas of study that impact both individual families and our society. This project focuses on understanding factors associated with preterm birth using 2022 U.S. birth data. It aims to improve maternal and infant health outcomes by reaching healthcare professionals and the general public.
Master Students: April Oga, Katarina Salcedo, Ramyaa Manoharan, Fatema Cheema, Germaine Knox

11:00am CDT N201ABC
Capstone OL-Team4
Title: Student Success and Struggles: A Data-Driven Look at UMSL 
Project Description: This project aims to identify roadblocks and challenges faced by students at UMSL that may impact program retention and graduation rates. By analyzing institutional data alongside census data from the counties where students attended high school, the study will provide a more comprehensive view of the socioeconomic factors influencing student success. Machine learning models and statistical analysis will be used to detect at-risk students early, allowing for targeted interventions. The goal is to provide actionable insights to improve student support services and overall academic success.
Master Students: Brooke Dustman, Emma Krummenacher, Val Bostick
11:30am CDT N201ABC
Capstone OL-Team5
Title: PRISM: Platform for Real-Time Insights & Strategic Marketing
Project Description: Businesses struggle to create effective, localized marketing content due to the lack of real-time insights into regional trends, audience behavior, and industry shifts. Our project addresses this gap by developing a marketing recommendation and content generation platform that provides localized, industry-specific insights for technology and healthcare businesses in Seattle, WA and St. Louis, MO. By leveraging real-time data, natural language processing, and machine learning, our platform uncovers emerging trends, consumer sentiment, and key industry developments to guide marketing decisions. These insights support automated content generation through our platform to help businesses create targeted, data-driven marketing materials that remain relevant, localized, and aligned with evolving consumer interests.
Master Students: Molly Carmody, Catherine Smith, Yeleny Montero-Lopez

Pasta Bar
Penne, Cavatappi, Marinara Sauce, Alfredo Sauce, Garden Salad w/ Ranch and Italian, Garlic Bread, Garlic Herb Chicken Breast, Sweet Baby Carrots, Dessert Assortment. 

1:00pm CDT N201ABC
Capstone OL-Team1
Title: Wind Wise Solutions: Predicting Capacity and Longevity of Wind Turbines
Project Description: The impending depletion of non-renewable energy resources threatens U.S. energy security, making the transition to renewable sources urgent; however, optimizing wind energy locations demands a delicate balance to maximizing production and sustainability. Wind Wise Solutions aims to predict wind turbine capacity and estimate the years until retrofitting is required due to physical damage for given additional locations across the contiguous United States, supporting the expansion of wind energy installations. The models will incorporate data from wind installations spanning from 2001 to 2020, along with environmental variables, ecosystem factors, and regulatory and financial constraints, to generate accurate predictions for new installations. This predictive approach will enhance operational efficiency and contribute to the long-term sustainability of wind energy infrastructure.
Master Students: Bryce Tognozzi, Catherine Brockert, Jordan Domenick
1:30pm CDT N201ABC
Capstone OC4 – Team4
Title:  Analyzing Demographic Disparities in Columbia, MO, Police Department Traffic Stop Data
Project Description: This study examines the infamous issue of how demographic factors such as age, gender, and geographic location influence the likelihood of being stopped by law enforcement in Columbia PD. By combining block level census data with 911 traffic stop records, we aim to identify patterns that could suggest whether certain groups of people are more likely to experience traffic stops. The study seeks to explore whether factors like time of day, location, or major events (such as sports games or public protests) have an impact on traffic stop rates. Our approach involves using geospatial mapping techniques to visualize traffic stop trends and applying statistical analysis to determine if there are any significant correlations between demographic groups and traffic stop frequency. Additionally, we will explore how local police department practices, such as shift changes or law enforcement policies, might contribute to these patterns. Ultimately, the goal of this research is to provide data science driven insights that can inform local traffic enforcement policies, improve transparency, and promote fairness within the community.
Master Students: Syed Ali Hashmi, Karan Karthik, Deshan Wattegama