Really good at: Robotics. In his Weston Research Scholars Program project at Tech, Thomas created a mobile cloud chamber for transmitting visualizations of any radiation present at a site, by video-telemicroscopy, to observing scientists. The device is believed to be patentable. His work earned him finalist, semifinalist, and high honors in numerous competitions.

For fun: The alto sax. Thomas was in the jazz band and soloed at school concerts. He also enjoys making breakfast crepes and embroidery.

Tech gave me: “I refined and combined my general interest in robotics and love of 3D printing into a specific educational and research path. I mainly credit the Weston program and my mentor, Dr. Horace Walcott.”