My team and I worked to refine the design and market plan for a novel type of transfemoral prosthesis operating through linear actuation. I researched, analyzed, and evaluated literature and studies to inform future design changes. I performed hazard analysis, constructed a traceability matrix, designed feasibility testing protocols, formed a regulatory plan for FDA approval, and monitored competitor products to effectively position our medical device. I effectively communicated these essential… Show more My team and I worked to refine the design and market plan for a novel type of transfemoral prosthesis operating through linear actuation. I researched, analyzed, and evaluated literature and studies to inform future design changes. I performed hazard analysis, constructed a traceability matrix, designed feasibility testing protocols, formed a regulatory plan for FDA approval, and monitored competitor products to effectively position our medical device. I effectively communicated these essential findings to our professors, commercial advisor, and industry advisors throughout a series of gate checkpoints and final design symposium. Show less

As an undergraduate student in the Larsen Nanotechnology Lab I refined the composition of a temperature-sensitive poly(NIPAAM-co-BMA) hydrogel with the eventual intention of preventing glioblastoma recurrence following tumor removal. Much of my time was spent using literature to make changes to the hydrogel's composition which altered its ability to thicken when exposed to temperatures equivalent to the human body, which would concurrently promote sustained drug release of the loaded hydrogel… Show more As an undergraduate student in the Larsen Nanotechnology Lab I refined the composition of a temperature-sensitive poly(NIPAAM-co-BMA) hydrogel with the eventual intention of preventing glioblastoma recurrence following tumor removal. Much of my time was spent using literature to make changes to the hydrogel's composition which altered its ability to thicken when exposed to temperatures equivalent to the human body, which would concurrently promote sustained drug release of the loaded hydrogel. Data was collected through spectrophotometry to determine the rate of hydrogel thickening and relevant temperatures. Show less