

Cherno Basiru Jallow
Data Science Intern at The Medical Research Council unit the Gambia at the London School of Hyiene and Tropical Medicine
Brikama, Gambia
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I'm a curious and driven student working at the intersection of computational science and scientific research to share my ideas with the world. A recent high school graduate from Nusrat Senior Secondary School with some BIG tech wins under my belt.
Currently, I’m a Data Science Intern at the Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia (MRCG), part of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, where I’m working on computer vision projects and sharpening my skills under the mentorship of experienced researchers and supervisors. Before this, I served as the Lead AI and Machine Learning Intern at Obentas Global Technology Company, where I worked on deepfake detection and ethical AI development.
My love for tech started early. I found myself asking big, sometimes existential questions about how computational methods can be used to solve everyday problems. This passion led me into the world of web development and machine learning, and I soon realized I could use these skills to build real-world solutions that matter.
While still in high school, I launched tech- and research-based initiatives to tackle local issues. One of my proudest moments was publishing a research paper titled Lowel AI: Using Machine Learning Algorithms and BLA Sensors to Detect Harmful Bacteria in Water—an AI-based solution to water safety challenges. I’m also the founder of StemBia, an initiative aimed at solving real challenges in The Gambia using AI, engineering, and computational science.
At Nusrat, I led the ICT Club as both President and lead instructor during the 2023/2024 academic year, mentoring peers and organizing tech events.
Outside of work and school, I run a YouTube channel called CBJtech, where I create content on programming, AI, and navigating tech as a student in Africa. It’s my small way of giving back and helping others grow in tech too.
When I’m not coding, working on a research project, or editing a tech video, I enjoy playing sports, spending time with family, or eating way too much chocolate. I currently reside in The Gambia.
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