Our Journey to Impact

From initial research to thesis defense, follow our path to revolutionizing STEM education

2025
Fall

Launch Phase

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Prototype v1 Completion

Finalize first working version of virtual lab platform with core functionality

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Do Good Showcase

Present project at UMD's annual innovation exhibition

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Student Testing Begins

Launch pilot program with select engineering courses

2026
Spring

Research & Development

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Data Collection Complete

Gather comprehensive user feedback and performance metrics from pilot testing

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System Design Revision

Implement improvements based on user feedback and testing results

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Scale Implementation

Expand to multiple departments and partner institutions

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Begin Thesis Writing

Start documenting research methodology and initial findings

Fall

Analysis & Documentation

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Complete Data Analysis

Statistical analysis of educational outcomes and user engagement metrics

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Finalize Thesis Draft

Complete comprehensive documentation of research and findings

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Conference Presentation

Present research at national STEM education conference

2027
Spring

Thesis Defense & Graduation

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Present Research Findings

Share comprehensive results with academic community and stakeholders

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Defend Thesis

Final presentation and defense before Gemstone committee

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Launch Public Platform

Release virtual lab system for widespread educational use

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Graduate & Celebrate

Complete Gemstone Honors Program and celebrate our achievements

Currently in: Research & Development Phase

Complete Journey Overview

2025
Launch
2026
Development
2026
Analysis
2027
Defense