James Wade

NSF Graduate Research Fellow

PhD Applicant — Robotics, Controls, and Optimization

As a graduating senior in the Mechanical Engineering program at Brigham Young University with minors in Computer Science and Mathematics, I focus on building intelligent robotic systems that combine real world reliability with adaptive, modern algorithms.

I am currently preparing to pursue a PhD in robotics, with a focus on autonomy, path planning, and controls. My research interests lie at the intersection of optimization, control systems, and autonomous systems, where I aim to develop innovative solutions for real-world challenges.