Isabela Ferrer

impact seeker  |  innovation enthusiast  |  relentless learner

Hi there! I'm Isa ✨

The basics

Colombian, 19, C.P. Davis Scholar studying CS at Columbia University.

My purpose

I'm that person who gets genuinely excited about complex problems. Fuel alternatives? Education inequality? Understanding buffers in chemistry class? Bring it on.

I think business + innovation can actually solve these issues, curious to find out (and work towards) how.

Fun facts

  • - STEM nerd since day one 🧬
  • - Exploring climate solutions + social impact in emerging economies
  • - Piano enthusiast (who enjoys the struggle)
  • - Sunrise admirer 🌅
  • - Yoga and tennis devotee

Bonus: I smile way too much. Can't help it! 😄

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Hi there! I'm Isa ✨

The basics

Colombian, 19, C.P. Davis Scholar studying CS at Columbia University.

My purpose

I'm that person who gets genuinely excited about complex problems. Fuel alternatives? Education inequality? Understanding buffers in chemistry class? Bring it on.

I think business + innovation can actually solve these issues, curious to find out (and work towards) how.

Fun facts

  • - STEM nerd since day one 🧬
  • - Exploring climate solutions + social impact in emerging economies
  • - Piano enthusiast (who enjoys the struggle)
  • - Sunrise admirer 🌅
  • - Yoga and tennis devotee

Bonus: I smile way too much. Can't help it! 😄

large profile

What I Have Worked On

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CNNs for Image Classification

Building convolutional neural networks for computer vision using Pytorch and the CIFAR dataset.

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Data Processing for AI

Transforming images with Pytorch for training artificial intelligence models.

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The Architecture Behind LLMs

Breaking down the sections of the transformer architecture and how they work.

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A Breakdown of the Blockchain

An article explaining the main concepts behind the blockchain structure.

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Coding GPT from Scratch

Building and training the transformer architecture to write like Shakespeare.

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Ethereum and Sustainability

Understanding how proof of stake can reduce the blockchain's environmental footprint.

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Oasis

(Moonshot project) Designing a device for producing potable water from the air.

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Enzymes & Cotton Recycling

(Hackathon) Research into the process of turning textiles into liquid glucose.

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AI in literacy instruction

Creating a website for teaching reading and writing skills through group activities powered by LLMs.

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AI in reading ambition

Designing books and stories for children to read about their future success. (website in spanish)

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Materials that turn air into water

Exploring the structures and properties of dessicants: the materials used in atmospheric water adsorption.

Unique Experiences

Role Date
Innovator @ The Knowledge Society 2022-2023
Founder Camp Participant+Speaker 2023
Villars Institute Fellow 2023
Impact Labs Explore Fellow 2023
Miami Women in Tech Member 2022-2023
WISE Qatar Conference Speaker 2023
Project Manager @ La Totuga Music 2024-2025
Impact intern @ Finkargo 2025