Benchmarking Machine Learning Models for Parameter Estimation

  • Problem: To identify the most accurate and efficient machine learning and statistical methods for estimating galaxy parameters from complex astronomical data.
  • Skills & Tools: Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Python, Interdisciplinary Collaboration.
  • Process:
    • Collaborated within an 8-member international research team to define project goals and methodologies.
    • Systematically benchmarked 7 different machine learning and statistical models against a standardized dataset.
  • Outcome: The comparative analysis provided critical insights into model performance, establishing data-driven best practices for the international research collaboration.