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United States

Boston, Massachusetts

Conducted user studies & analyzed physiologic data for a new product concept. Supported product development through root cause investigations and V&V testing for small-scale manufacturing.

Baltimore, Maryland

Conducted 3 weeks of clinical observations and interviews at the Aravind Eye Care System in Madurai, India, to identify needs in global ophthalmic care. Supported the design and initial feasibility testing of a low-cost surgical tool for enabling improved outcomes in cataract removal.

Baltimore, Maryland

Performed 2 months of clinical rotations to identify needs in postoperative delirium management. Designed a clinical study to identify delirium biometrics and built preliminary models for detecting the condition. Consulted with the FDA for regulatory guidance through a pre-submission review.

Baltimore, Maryland

Collaborated with Medtronic for needs identification in brain monitoring. Facilitated interactions with healthcare professionals to inform marketing strategies for a current product. Provided reports and presentations with strategic recommendations to Medtronic sponsors and leadership.

Dayton, Ohio

Built an altitude-simulation chamber with precise control of gas composition and pressure for vapor sensor testing. Designed a LabVIEW user interface for hardware automation and data collection.

Houston, Texas

Physiologic Systems Engineering and Advanced Materials Laboratory (Dr. Jordan Miller)Conducted experiments to characterize the mechanical properties of novel biomaterial constructs for tissue engineering applications. Created documentation for a custom pneumatic test fixture.

Master Of Science, Bioengineering And Biomedical Engineering

Biodesign program providing a realistic look at the clinical, technical & business aspects of medical device development through projects.

Bachelor Of Science, Bioengineering

Activities and Societies: Peer Academic Advisors; Minor in Engineering Design