• Developed biocompatible molecular contrast agents for Pump-Probe Optical Coherence Tomography (PP-OCT)• Performed image processing and data analysis of multispectral images using MATLAB and LabVIEW• Collaborated in the construction and maintenance of optical instrumentation used in OCT and FLIM systems• Implemented Laguerre basis and non-linear deconvolution algorithms for the analysis of oral cancer lesions based on fluorescence lifetimes• Created biodegradable microcarriers for the systemic delivery of nanoparticle-based drugs and contrast agents• Fabricated PDMS microfluidic channels to validate attachment of functionalized PLGA particles• Acquired, installed and maintained most lab equipment for a new cell culture and drug delivery research lab• Administered Biosafety Level 2 policies and lab safety protocols in 3 different research labs • Mentored 8 undergraduate students in research techniques and methodologies such as nanoparticle synthesis and characterization, digital signal processing and lab practices.Advised by Dr. Phapanin Charoenphol, Dr. Brian Applegate and Dr. Javier Jo.

• Refined a Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) fabrication technique using presensitized copper clad boards, making possible the integration of SMD components (+80 leads) to the electronic design. • Designed custom-made data acquisition cards for mechanical characterization of epoxy-based materials.Advised by Dr. Alberto Diaz and Dr. Gilberto Aquino.

• Built a biosignal acquisition device (heart rate, oxygen saturation and temperature) using Texas Instruments integrated circuits and microcontrollers. • Designed and constructed a voice controlled programmable logic controller (PLC) for accessible housing. Advised by Prof. Gilberto Aquino.