Matthew Vasher Email & Phone Number

Chicago, IL, US

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Evanston, Illinois, United States

I completed a PhD in Prof. Chad Mirkin's lab, where I developed spherical nucleic acids as novel gene therapeutic agents. I developed a novel hairpin-like architecture of siRNA-conjugated spherical nucleic acid (SNA) for gene regulation therapy with higher active siRNA loading, greater stability, and lower cytotoxicity, which is being adopted by other.

Evanston, Illinois, United States

I managed 20 students and postdocs in the Nanomedicine Subgroup of Prof. Chad Mirkin's lab by coordinating life science-based nanotechnology projects, recruiting and onboarding new lab members, and hosting weekly scientific discussions.

East Lansing, Michigan, United States

I oversaw research projects, lab operations, and finances of Prof. Evangelyn Alocilja's lab. I handled reagent orders, equipment installation and maintenance, and hazardous waste disposal. I also trained and mentored 6 undergraduate research assistants.

East Lansing, Michigan, United States

I conducted research in Prof. Evangelyn Alocilja's Nano-Biosensors Lab, where I developed colorimetric and electrochemical nanoparticle-based biosensors for rapidly detecting pathogens at low concentrations. I characterized novel optical properties of magnetic nanoparticle-pathogen interactions. Finally, I collaborated with scientists from the Philippines.

Miami, Florida, United States

I worked on an R&D team to develop an automated blood sample preparation device for diagnostic instruments. I received training in the Danaher Business System, implemented Danaher Business System tools in my department, and presented my project's results to company executives. The internship was part of Danaher's Business Operations Leadership Development.

Chaska, Minnesota, United States

I implemented a design change for antibody purification to save $40,000 per year. I wrote business documents including protocols, plans, and risk analyses. I also participated in a business improvement week and worked with a team to redesign an assembly line to improve productivity. The internship was part of Danaher's Business Operations Leadership.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Biomedical/Medical Engineering, 3.9/4.0

Activities and Societies: Biomedical Engineering Graduate Students (BMEGS), Center of Cancer Nanotechnology Excellence (CCNE), Science Club

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Biological/Biosystems Engineering, 4.0/4.0

Activities and Societies: Biosystems Engineering Club, Concrete Canoe

Diploma, 4.0/4.0

Activities and Societies: Concert Band, Marching Band, Orchestra Winds, Varsity Tennis, National Honor Society, Link Crew, Student.