Rohan Mehra

Now

Incoming freshman at Columbia Engineering and D1 swimmer. I research AI safety, and build software and hardware.

Publications

Human Perception and Detection of AI-Generated Phishing Emails: A Red-Teaming and Multi-Layered Detection Approach 2026

Mehra, R. (2026). In International Journal of Secondary Computing and Applications Research (Vol. 3, No. 1). Zenodo. doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18404590

Projects

EpiBuddy 2025

Developed and 3D printed a prototype device to carry life-saving epinephrine auto-injectors on phones, keeping emergency medication always within reach. epibuddy.com

TEDx Talk — "Mission-Driven Swimmers" 2025

Co-founded a learn-to-swim program in the Bronx that has taught over 100 children essential swimming skills. Founded the #MissionDrivenSwimmers campaign to encourage high school swimmers to expand access to swim education in their communities. May 17, 2025 · Riverdale Country School, Bronx, NY link coming soon

sustAIn 2024

COO of a student-founded 501(c)(3) non-profit educating students on AI risks and ethics. Hosted 2 webinars with 50+ attendees each and co-authored 2 papers on AI risks and ethics. sustain-ai.org