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Hi, I'm Selina—an open-source AI enthusiast, undergraduate researcher, and builder passionate about making real-world impact through technology. My open-source medical AI model has reached 1,900+ downloads, and I work closely with PhD researchers to advance clinical AI for healthcare. I thrive on curiosity, collaboration, and creating tools that empower others.
A small selection of recent projects
CraveWell – AI-Powered Dietary Assistant
Built during GenAI Genesis Hackathon, CraveWell uses AI and real-time image analysis to help users make smart food choices based on their dietary needs. Integrates Google Cloud Vision, Cohere AI, USDA API, and Firebase. Empowering food freedom and health.
ShifAI: AI-Powered Healthcare Assistant
ShifAI is a multilingual AI-powered healthcare assistant designed to make healthcare more accessible, especially in regions with limited resources or language barriers. Features include AI-driven symptom triage, real-time alerts, patient-owned records, interim AI advice, and a doctor dashboard. Available in Arabic, English, and French.
Selina’s Custom Virtual Fashion Studio – AI-Powered Virtual Try-On Web App
Interactive web app leveraging AI and diffusion models for virtual try-on, avatar swaps, and creative backgrounds using images or text prompts. Built with Python, Gradio, OpenCV, and RapidAPI. Features multi-modal input, real-time generation, and secure credential management.
Universal Virtual Try-On Chrome Extension – AI-Powered Clothing Fitting for Any Online Store
Chrome extension that lets users virtually try on clothes from any online store using AI. Features drag-and-drop, copy-paste, direct image selection, smart detection, secure backend proxy, and a modern UI. Demonstrates advanced browser extension and AI integration.
HealthGPT – Fine-Tuning a Medical Question-Answering LLM
Developed a domain-specific chatbot for medical Q&A by fine-tuning TinyLLaMA-1.1B-Chat with 16,000+ MedQuad pairs. Used LoRA, 4-bit quantization, and Hugging Face tools for efficient training and deployment. Hosted on Hugging Face Hub, focused on radiology and CT/VFSS.
AI-Powered Research Assistant with MCP & LLM Integration
Deployable research assistant using Model Context Protocol (MCP) and FastAPI, integrated with arXiv for academic paper retrieval and prompt generation for LLMs like Claude and GPT. Demonstrates LLM, generative AI, and API integration.
Toto – Smart Waste Management in Africa
AI-driven web app predicting waste hotspots and engaging communities to report, recycle, and solve Africa's waste challenge. Features include object detection, location tracking, and idea generation for sustainable upcycling.
The Paper Toss Game
Embedded C game on DE1-SoC board blending arcade physics, real-time VGA graphics, and sustainability messaging. Teaches recycling through interactive storytelling, keyboard interrupts, sound effects, and dynamic gameplay.
Duck Maze Game
Maze chase game for DE1-SoC FPGA board. Combines VGA graphics, PS2 keyboard input, sound, and finite-state machines for an interactive, Pac-Man-inspired experience—playable on real hardware.
EmpowerSafe – For Peace and Wellbeing in Toronto
AI-powered safety web app using ML, open data, and geolocation to provide real-time safety indicators, chatbot assistance, and police station mapping. Designed to make city navigation safer and more inclusive.
PawMotion – Interactive Pet Control System
Created an Arduino-based system using MPU6050 sensors to control a robotic pet vehicle with intuitive hand tilts. Merges hardware hacking, real-time sensor fusion, and playful user experience.
CSGPT PRO – AI Chat Bot
Engineered an AI chatbot using cosine similarity and NLP to answer student queries, boosting engagement and accessibility for Grade 12 and university users.
Volontariato – NSBE Hackathon Project
Developed a full-stack app for purposeful travel and volunteering, integrating TripAdvisor and Soup API. Boosted engagement by 30%—recognized as a hackathon-winning team.
Math Research Project – Maths en Jeans
Tackled an open combinatorial problem with Python, exploring color possibilities on an octahedron. Presented original code and findings at an international math congress.
G12 Platform Enhancement
Enhanced G12's platform UX and functionality, driving up user engagement. Led development of Phase 2 automation, including a Chrome extension with voice and chatbot features.
Information Technology Support Specialist
Launched technical tutorial YouTube channel, providing IT support and practical troubleshooting for students and faculty—boosted digital confidence across the community.
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My Resume
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Every project I join—whether it’s research, a hackathon, or a startup—has one purpose: to create real impact. I’m driven by curiosity, empathy, and the belief that technology should always make life better for others.
Selina ZarzourAI Student Researcher & BuilderFrom leading international hackathon teams to working on AI for healthcare, I’ve learned that the best results happen when people from different backgrounds come together, share their ideas, and lift each other up.
Selina ZarzourCollaborator & Hackathon WinnerI bring positivity and practical solutions to every challenge. Whether it’s building energy-efficient AI for self-driving, designing healthtech apps, or helping a friend troubleshoot code, my goal is always to empower others and leave things better than I found them.
Selina ZarzourEngineer with a People-First MindsetTechnology moves fast, but what matters most is the impact we have on people’s lives. I strive to bridge innovation with empathy—building products, tools, and communities that give everyone the chance to thrive.
Selina ZarzourGlobal Citizen & Changemaker
My work experience
My approach
Discovering Purpose
Embrace self-discovery and exploration to understand your passions and strengths, laying the foundation for meaningful goals.
Setting Goals and Taking Action
Define clear, achievable goals aligned with your purpose and take consistent action towards them, embracing challenges as opportunities for growth.
Continuous Learning and Adaptation
Cultivate a mindset of lifelong learning, adaptability, and resilience, fostering personal and professional growth while staying open to new possibilities and experiences.