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Cornell & UC Berkeley PhD | Optics, Physics, Math & Computation Tutor
Deepika G.

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I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and a researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), where my work focuses on computational microscopy and Fourier optics. I am also a PhD researcher in Electrical and Computer Engineering at UC Berkeley. My technical expertise spans mathematics (calculus, linear algebra, probability, optimization), physics (classical, modern, optics), computational methods, data science, and neuroscience. I have 9 years of teaching experience at the...

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and a researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), where my work focuses on computational microscopy and Fourier optics. I am also a PhD researcher in Electrical and Computer Engineering at UC Berkeley. My technical expertise spans mathematics (calculus, linear algebra, probability, optimization), physics (classical, modern, optics), computational methods, data science, and neuroscience. I have 9 years of teaching experience at the high school and university level, and I have won the best teaching assistant award four years in a row — something I'm genuinely proud of because it reflects what I care about most: making hard things click.

My approach is deeply diagnostic. I immediately identify gaps in prerequisite knowledge and build from there, so students aren't just memorizing steps but understanding the underlying logic. Whether you need to get through a tough exam or build real fluency in a subject, I tailor sessions specifically to your goals. I've brought students from Cs and Ds to consistent As, and I provide structured exercises, study guides, and practice problems beyond our sessions to reinforce what we cover. I am also an instructor at Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning, where I supervise research projects at the graduate level.

In addition to STEM tutoring, I help high school students with college admissions — from school selection and essay writing to letters of recommendation. My students have been accepted to UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, Rochester Optics, EPFL (Switzerland), European Molecular Biology Lab, University of Manchester, UChicago, Columbia, Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Tufts, University of Washington, and King's College, among others.

If you'd like to discuss your goals, message me to arrange a free 15-minute consultation.

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Education

Cornell University
Physics
UC Berkeley, Electrical and Computer Engineering
PhD
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  • Lesson cancellation: 12 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 8/1/2022

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Approved Subjects

ACT Math

ACT Math

My formal training in physics and mathematics at Cornell and UC Berkeley gives me deep mastery of every topic on the ACT Math section. I have 9 years of experience tutoring students in standardized math and science tests and specialize in quickly diagnosing each student's specific gaps and addressing them efficiently. I combine targeted content review with ACT-specific strategy to maximize score gains in minimal time.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

Algebra is the gateway to all of mathematics, and I have spent 9 years helping students build a rock-solid foundation in it. My Cornell Physics and UC Berkeley ECE training gives me a deep understanding of algebraic structure that allows me to explain concepts with unusual clarity and precision. I won the best teaching assistant award four times and have consistently brought students from Ds and Fs to As in algebra courses.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

Algebra 2 bridges foundational algebra and precalculus, and my Cornell Physics and UC Berkeley ECE background gives me complete command of every topic it covers — functions, polynomials, exponentials, logarithms, and complex numbers. I have 9 years of experience teaching mathematics at the high school and college level and excel at helping students who have struggled with Algebra 1 build the fluency they need to succeed in Algebra 2 and beyond.
Astronomy

Astronomy

My Cornell Physics degree included formal coursework in astrophysics and observational astronomy, grounded in the same classical and modern physics that governs celestial systems. My research in optical imaging at UC Berkeley and HHMI gives me applied expertise in the telescope optics, diffraction, and light-matter interaction that underpin modern astronomy. I have 9 years of teaching physics and can cover introductory through advanced astronomy with strong mathematical and conceptual depth.
Calculus

Calculus

Calculus is the mathematical language of my entire academic and research career — from classical mechanics at Cornell to signal processing and Fourier analysis in my ECE PhD at UC Berkeley. I have taught calculus at the college level for 9 years and won the best teaching assistant award four times, with students consistently moving from failing grades to As. I can cover single and multivariable calculus, vector calculus, and the transition to proof-based analysis with equal depth.
College Counseling

College Counseling

I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation. I will also work with students who are currently on waitlists with letters of continued interest. I was formerly employed by The Princeton Review as a junior counselor and have significant experience in the field.
Computer Science

Computer Science

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
Data Science

Data Science

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
Elementary Science

Elementary Science

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
English

English

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
General Computer

General Computer

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
Hindi

Hindi

I am a native speaker and writer, and I studied the language in school for more than 10 years. I am able to speak, read, and write very well in the language.
MATLAB

MATLAB

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in using and teaching MATLAB for research. I would love to work with you! I am also an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning which uses Python and MATLAB where I also supervise highly technical projects.
Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Windows

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level. All of my work has involved the Microsoft Windows interface and I would love to help you navigate the same!
Physics

Physics

Physics is my undergraduate degree from Cornell University and the foundation of my PhD research at UC Berkeley and HHMI, where I apply optical and wave physics daily. I have 9 years of teaching physics at the high school and college level and won the best teaching assistant award four years running. My students have gone from scoring Ds to perfect scores on physics tests — a result I achieve by building physical intuition alongside mathematical rigor from the first session.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
Precalculus

Precalculus

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
Probability

Probability

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.
SAT Math

SAT Math

My formal training in physics and mathematics at Cornell and UC Berkeley gives me complete mastery of every concept on the SAT Math section. I have 9 years of experience preparing students for standardized math tests and am skilled at the specific combination of content review and test strategy that drives score gains. I identify each student's weak points in the first session and build a targeted plan from there.
Statistics

Statistics

Statistics and probability are core to both my Cornell Physics training and my PhD research at UC Berkeley and HHMI, where I apply statistical inference and modeling to biological imaging data daily. I have taught statistics and probability at the college level for 9 years and have a strong track record of improving student performance in statistics courses at every level, from AP Statistics through graduate-level methods.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I am a Cornell University graduate in Physics and Neuroscience, and a researcher at Cornell University (and an incoming researcher at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute). I have 5 years of experience in teaching STEM at both the high school and college level, prepping students for courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, Data Science, and Mathematics (particularly Calculus and Probability). I would love to work with you! I am an instructor for Neuromatch, a highly regarded summer school for computational neuroscience and deep learning where I also supervise highly technical projects. With a proven track record of increasing students' grades from Cs and Ds to As, I can happily provide short term critical needs prior to tests and quizzes (e.g. providing study guides, test-taking strategies, past papers). In addition, I provide ample review exercises (homework and problem sets etc.) which supplement the taught material. I make sure to immediately identify, address and fill in any gaps within students' pre-requisite knowledge. Winning the best teaching assistant award 4 years in a row, I know I can help you. In addition to tutoring, I have experience in helping high school students get into colleges such as The University of Chicago, Columbia University, Stanford University, Tufts University, Johns Hopkins, University of Washington, and Kings College amongst many more. My college admissions process involves everything from school selection to helping write essays and strong letters of recommendation.

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most effective teacher I have ever had

Deepika brought me from a struggling students to scoring perfect scores on my physics tests. She is incredibly smart and has a unique way of explaining concepts. She is dedicated to her students and truly cares about their success. I have never worked with anyone before who has been this helpful. She really has a special way of understanding and teaching physics. I can not recommended her enough.

Brad, 22 lessons with Deepika
Tutor responded:

Thanks, Brad and Liza. There was no greater joy for me this last academic year than to work with Liza. She is a brilliant learner and there is no physics problem she cannot solve. I hope she is doing well.

Knowledgable on the content matter and helpful.

Deepika helped me grasp some concepts data analysis with python. She was able to understand the problem I had in a very short amount of time and direct me the right way. Very helpful!

Neeraj, 1 lesson with Deepika

AP Statistics

My son felt very comfortable with Deepika from the start. She is engaging and in my son’s words, “She makes math fun!” We unconditionally recommend Deepika and we will be seeking her help for the remainder of my son’s senior year in high school!

Michael , 6 lessons with Deepika

Great Teacher ,Very patience!!

Great Teacher ,Very patience ,she explains the concept by making relation with day to day activities,My son is always excited for her class,Looking forward for more lessons!!

Ami, 5 lessons with Deepika

Great Teacher ,Very patience!!

Great Teacher ,Very patience ,she explains the concept by making relation with day to day activities,My son is always excited for her class,Looking forward for more lessons!!

Ami, 5 lessons with Deepika
Tutor responded:

Thanks, Ami! Adi is a very excited learner and that is what pushes me as well. I am very excited about the lessons as well. Not to mention the fact that he is very curious about the world around him and there is nothing more exciting than that, and nothing more important for learning.

Editing a physics paper

Deepika G. has been a great help in editing a paper on physics. Her background is well founded and her understanding of “cutting to the chase” has condensed an overly wordy report down to more readable essential basics. Well done. Thank you.

George, 30 lessons with Deepika

Patient and peaceful tutor

We began the lesson discussing what I know and what I need to know, we then decided to go through the material by chapter and by homework. Deepika went slow and made sure I understood every concept before moving on to the next. I feel more comfortable about my Calculus final already. Would highly recommend her.

Soraya, 31 lessons with Deepika
Tutor responded:

Thanks, Soraya. You are a very good learner yourself. Students like you encourage me to get better at my skills.

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