updated STEM

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 	      PID control to achieve precise movement. In addition, I tinkered with computer vision, developing a custom TensorFlow model
 	      for failsafe object detection (with 100\% match success). Our team went on to champion our league, become an Area Finalist
 	      captain, and place in the global top-30 for autonomous performance.
-	\item In my 9th grade, my independent research project for Science Fair qualified as a finalist project for the
+	\item In my 9th grade, my independent research project for Science Fair qualified as a finalist project for the prestigious
 	      International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). My project started from a very simple idea of utilizing available thermal energy
 	      in a cooking pot to also stir the contents (to save energy for cooking). From here, I learned about the world of
 	      thermoelectric generators (TEGs) and the Seebeck effect. Applying the CAD and simulation concepts I learned from my
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 	      1st in Engineering Technology at my regional science fair, where I also won a special awards through the US Metric Association and
 	      the US Air Force Certificate of Recognition. At ISEF, I was able to present to domain experts and professors from
 	      around the world, gaining valuable insights and feedback to later improve my prototype and project.
-	\item In my 10th grade, my research project for Science Fair won 3rd in Robotics and Intelligent Machines at ISEF.
+	\item In my 10th grade, my research project for Science Fair won 3rd in Robotics and Intelligent Machines at the
+	      highly-competitive International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).
 	      After seeing many relatives of mine struggle with Parkinson's Disease, I wanted to help create a solution that could help them.
 	      Through research, I encountered an interesting method of using machine learning to aid in both walking and tremors. Using
 	      online published datasets, I applied a novel online signal processing approach that ensured real-time classification of
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 	      networking, Linux, and service management through a hands-on approach. I set up multiple services, including a
 	      Matrix client used by my friends for communicating while in school. I also set up a Git server to host my code,
 	      which taught me a lot about permissions and how servers actually interact with clients. Most recently, I set up an
-	      SSH service which allows users to view a shell interactive I made to display my portfolio. While this extremely risky 
-          ,with over 1 million attacks in two months, I have learned a lot about security measured, and none of the attacks have
-          been successful due to my proactive measures. While my server is mostly used for tinkering, I have learned a lot about 
-          networking and computing fundamentals through this project.
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+	      SSH service which allows users to view a shell interactive I made to display my portfolio. While this extremely risky
+	      ,with over 1 million attacks in two months, I have learned a lot about security measured, and none of the attacks have
+	      been successful due to my proactive measures. While my server is mostly used for tinkering, I have learned a lot about
+	      networking and computing fundamentals through this project.
+	\item In my 9th Grade, I started taking on competition math to challenge myself, qualifying for the AIME (American Invitational
+	      Mathematics Examination) through AMC 10. After self-studying through online resources and textbooks, I learned the art of
+	      solving math problems in a intuitive, creative, and timely manner. Not only did I learn advanced math concepts, but I also
+	      learned the critical logical thinking and problem-solving skills needed to tackle complex problems. I have also
+	      competed and placed in local math competitions, including Purple Comet and Math League. As I encounter these problems
+	      through the online community Art of Problem Solving (AoPS), I have also started contributing solutions to problems.
+	      I learned how to clearly and concisely explain my thought process and solutions in LaTeX format,
+	      helping other students understand my unique approach to these complex problems. Within my high school, I also
+	      contribute challenging problems through our tutoring club, ACE, to help students in Geometry and Calculus.
+	      %//TODO: SHORTEN BOTH ABOVE??
+	\item % MIDI AND AUDIO
+	\item % Debate congrews app
+    \item % Self LEarnign courses and LEet code, etc.??
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