Sheri A Loftin

Data Science

I have experience in using machine learning algorithms to model Planetary Magnetic fields, Emission Spectroscopy, and Radiometer modeling and calibration.

I am interested in projects that want to include machine learning as a method in their research.

Data Scientist

Adnet Systems, Inc. - Goddard Space Flight Center

October 2021 - Present

I provide machine learning algorithms for the WISHES Radiometer calibration project. Regression methods used so far: Linear Regression, Long-Short Term Memory, Convolutional Neural Network, and Random Forest.

Education and Training Coordinator

ADNET Systems, Inc. - Greenbelt, MD

September 2018 - Present

Prepare training documentation to ensure visitors to the Planetary Data System (PDS) website are able to fully utilize the tools, data, and archiving capabilities of the website.
 Create detailed training for various aspects of using the PDS
 Create central website for access to the training
 Coordinate and support PDS booth at various conferences
 Provide reports on survey results and booth usefulness to PDS management council
 

Senior Data Technician

ADNET Systems, Inc. - Greenbelt, MD

January 2016 - September 2018

Ensure the proper operation of data instruments through coding, monitoring, and support. Analyze parameter patterns within instruction code to improve performance. Provide wide-ranging IT support for computers used within the operations group.
 Supported NASA GSFC for the Juno, MAVEN and Cassini missions.
 Wrote instructions code for two instruments on the Juno spacecraft.
 Assisted with the creation of the target notebooks for the Cassini mission.

 

Education Specialist

National Optical Astronomy Observatory - Tucson, AZ

September 2012 - September 2015

Designed and implemented public education programs at Kitt Peak Observatory and wrote articles for the quarterly newsletter.
 Kept computers (software/hardware) and telescopes in good working condition.
 Managed attendance and financial data for public programs.
 

Research/Pharmacokinetics Technician

University of Arizona - Tucson, AZ

September 2009 - January 2012

Assisted with cancer trials on chronically ill patients at the Arizona Cancer Center. Maintained patient database and ensured that nurses received all relevant patient information.
 Performed phlebotomy, laboratory tests, and sample shipping.
 Reviewed and prepared instructions for upcoming studies.