Thomas Chia
An UVA student researching clinical trial-matching language models at the Cancer Center.
About Me
From Medicine to Machines: A Developer's Journey
I'm a builder at heart, driven by a passion for solving complex problems at the intersection of technology and human health. Originally on a pre-med track, I discovered my love for the logic and creativity of software development. Today, as a Systems Engineering Master's student at UVA, I'm developing AI-driven solutions for clinical trial automation and creating novel medical devices.
My goal is to leverage technology to build systems that are not only intelligent but also intuitive and impactful.
Portfolio
Selected Projects
IMPACT: LLMs for Clinical Trials
Developing advanced language models to accurately match patients with clinical trials at the UVA Cancer Center.
Judging at the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship
My experience serving as a judge, evaluating innovation, teamwork, and engineering excellence from teams around the globe.
Ping Pong Diplomacy
A UVA-led student delegation to China, exploring sports diplomacy and international relations through the lens of table tennis.
Post-Operation Elbow Brace
A complete redesign of the post-operation elbow brace to be lightweight, comfortable, and allow for a full range of motion.