Ztang Yit Xiaang (Yixin Chen 陳奕昕)
I am an undergraduate student at the University of Minnesota pursuing a B.S. in Data Science with a minor in Mathematics. My interests lie in machine learning, scientific computing, and data-driven modeling, particularly in problems where mathematical structure and computation meet real-world systems.
Currently, I am involved in research on magnetic sensor systems and pose estimation, developing algorithms for estimating the pose of flexible permanent magnets using distributed dipole models and sensor arrays. I am also interested in randomized numerical linear algebra, sketching methods, and efficient algorithms for large-scale data analysis.
Alongside my academic work, I enjoy building tools that make technology more accessible. One of my ongoing projects is developing an input method for the Wenzhounese (溫州话) dialect, aiming to support the digital preservation of underrepresented languages.
Research Interests
- Machine Learning
- Scientific Computing
- Randomized Numerical Linear Algebra
- Data Science and Statistical Modeling
- Sensor Systems and Computational Imaging
Current Work
- Magnetic pose estimation using distributed dipole models
- Randomized matrix sketching methods for large-scale data
- Wenzhounese input method and LLM development
Links
- CV: /files/cv.pdf
- GitHub: https://github.com/Ztang-Yit-Xiaang
- Email: CHEN9176AT.UMN.EDU
Feel free to reach out if you are interested in collaboration or research discussions.
News
- 2026 – Working on independent study in randomize matrix algorithms.
- 2025 – Teaching assistant at the University of Minnesota.
- 2025 - Welcome Week Leader at the University of Minnesota