Tay Heng Ee

Name: Tay Heng Ee
Nationality: Malaysia
Current Role: Risk Modelling and Data Scientist (Algorithm) Risk Modelling and Data Scientist (Algorithm) Ant International

If previously or currently employed, what is your position and company? Can you tell us about your role and what you do?

Previously, I worked as a full time Application Developer in EcoWorld, developing
and assisting in-house applications.

If applicable, please tell us about your postgraduate research (e.g. the issue and the solution you hope to achieve)

My research mainly focused on developing an AI model for mental disorders detection on social media. The final model developed is ideally capable to detect depression at a high accuracy rate with great reliability and robust behavior.

Why did you choose to pursue your postgraduate degree at Monash University Malaysia? Did it meet your expectations?

Monash University Malaysia has always been one of my top choices for higher education in Malaysia. After experiencing both the UK and Malaysia university lifestyle, I would like to further explore different university cultures and this is one of the reasons I applied to MUM. With great commitment from the potential supervisors, I have managed to develop an initial research scope of my research and quickly completed my application. The overall application experience is great.

While at Monash, what type of opportunities did you participate in? (E.g. student exchange, clubs and societies, field trips, conferences, competitions, etc.)

I'm honored to have participated in one of the prestigious EU research projects as an early-stage researcher in Italy and get connected with domain experts. It is an incredible opportunity for a green GRS. Various incentives, guidance and supports have been given by the school to support my research, especially during the COVID- 19 pandemic.

What did you like most about your student life at Monash?

Studying at MUM is nothing short but a great urban university experience. The facilities and strategic location have made everything accessible for me.

What is your biggest career goal, or what is the difference you’d like to make?

My biggest life and career goal is to become a top researcher that creates a high impact to the world. MUM has provided me a great foundation to pursue my goal.