Melody's Passion Projects
Hello! My name is Melody Han, and welcome to my passion project home page! I use this space to share some of my favorite projects and activities. By the way, the logo at the top left of the page represents compassion and collaboration.
Project Section
An Invention Using Math:
Affordable Modular Toy for Shaping 3D Spatial Thinking
During my volunteer teaching, I saw that many low-income kids did not have the opportunities to many educational resources. I want to design an affordable alternative for them. link
An Invention for Daffodil:
Automatic Cat Litter-Cleaning System
My cat, Daffodil, is unusually clean. To find a solution for her, I looked into existing automatic litter boxes. This led me to ask: why can't a simple scoop-and-dump approach be used to automate litter cleaning? link
Engineering:
My Robot Car — A 3-Version Journey
I was assigned the Robot Tour event at a regional Science Olympiad tournament for my team. This was my first experience actually using my math and coding skills into this type of engineering. link
Research:
Impact Study on Artificial Intelligence in a Digital Marketplace Through Mathematical Analysis
I applied multivariate linear regression and CUSUM (Cumulative Sum) detection models to analyze customer behavioral patterns in the Fiverr digital market pre- and post-AI. Coming soon
Research:
Study of Student Attention in Virtual Learning Environments
I applied mathematical models in a virtual learning environment using data from eye tracking technologies to optimize productivity and attention spans of students by identifying key distraction sources. Coming soon
Activity Section
LIVE (Nationwide Online Math Education Program)
Through LIVE, I completed professional training to become a math instructor. I loved every moment of collaborating with so many other like-minded high schoolers! link
The Review (Award-Winning Student Newspaper)
I love talking to new people! As a staff writer for my school newspaper, I turned interesting conversations into articles and earned two Best of School Newspapers Online (SNO) awards. link
Music for Hope - Lnl Young Artists
Music is a huge part of my life! As a long-time pianist, my passion is sharing all sorts of music with everyone. I founded this program to bring live performances to our community while raising awareness and donations for local women’s shelters. link
Girls4STEM
As I taught elementary girls in underserved communities, I realized just how important it was to have a support group to make STEM both fun and accessible, helping them discover the joy of math and science. link
True Crime & Justice
Reading true crime is one of my favorite hobbies. For years, I have followed cases from all over the world; I have realized how strongly media and economic influence can impact the outcomes of a court ruling, creating a complex narrative of what justice truly means. Coming soon