Brooke Joseph
Brooke Joseph
Incoming OpenAI engineer | Computer Science student, University of Waterloo | Research & projects in federated learning, differential privacy, BCI + AI, and LLM applications | Writer and speaker
Projects
Ideas brought to life. A look at the products, companies, and creative works built from the ground up.
BCI + AI for Bipolar Disorder (research project)
Exploratory project applying brain-computer interfaces and machine learning to investigate applications for bipolar disorder (research & prototyping described in interviews/articles).
Federated Learning & Differential Privacy educational content and tools
Created presentations, videos and tools demonstrating differential privacy in federated learning (presented at a Google I/O Extended event and highlighted on LinkedIn). Built a privacy-parameter estimator tool and shared teaching materials and demonstrations.
LLM platform for student learning (personal project)
Building a platform using large language models to bridge knowledge gaps for students learning complex topics and producing educational content around AI topics.
Model Distillation (writing / research overview)
Authored a technical overview on model distillation and applications for edge computing and efficient on-device AI (Substack article).
Misc. engineering and hardware projects (Raspberry Pi, CNN for inspection, custom CPU design notes)
Hands-on projects including Raspberry Pi simulations, CNNs for semiconductor inspection, and experimental CPU design and low-level systems work documented in personal writing and recaps.
In the Spotlight
A collection of articles, interviews, and viral content where achievements have been shared.
Recognitions
Formal validation from the top. A showcase of official awards, grants, and government acknowledgements.
O-1A Visa
Aliens of Extraordinary Ability. Reserved for individuals who have risen to the very top of their field.
Neo Scholar (listed in personal recaps)
2024Named a Neo Scholar (noted in personal Substack recap and LinkedIn activity).
Work Experience
Key roles that defined the journey.
Incoming / Full-time - OpenAI (Sky team)
2025 (start announced)Announced starting full-time on OpenAI's Sky team; focused on applied LLM work and product/engineering contributions.
Computer Science Student / Research & Projects
2021-2025 (ongoing)Undergraduate Computer Science student working on federated learning, differential privacy, computer vision, robotics, and systems projects; active in campus groups and public technical outreach.
Host / Contributor — Socratica Waterloo (educational outreach)
2023-2024Hosted educational content and presentations aimed at public understanding of AI and privacy-preserving techniques.
Student Venture Partners / University-affiliated roles
2023-2024Participated as a student venture partner discovering and supporting founders and early-stage projects on campus (activity referenced in LinkedIn posts).
Membership
Affiliations and memberships in prestigious organizations and communities.
Alumna of TKS, an innovation program for young leaders and technologists; cited in media profile and personal bio.
Selected as a Neo Scholar (noted in personal recap and outreach activity).
Held a VP role in Contrary (student leadership / community), referenced in personal recaps.
Active participant in student venture and entrepreneurship programs at university.
Education
Academic foundation and learning journey.
BSc, Computer Science (undergraduate)
Undergraduate studies in Computer Science with projects and research in federated learning, differential privacy, computer vision, and systems.
Alumna / program participant
Participant in TKS innovation and accelerator-style program for young technologists.
Socials
Connect and explore.