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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Developed and optimized lyophilization cycles for multiple diagnostic assays using differential scanning calorimetry to determine safe upper thermal limits for freeze drying, resulting in a reduction in cycle completion time and an increase in product throughput.• Implemented Quality by Design procedures for measuring assay and freeze dryer characteristics, streamlining the lyophilization cycle design process and reducing the time required to get new products into the production… Show more • Developed and optimized lyophilization cycles for multiple diagnostic assays using differential scanning calorimetry to determine safe upper thermal limits for freeze drying, resulting in a reduction in cycle completion time and an increase in product throughput.• Implemented Quality by Design procedures for measuring assay and freeze dryer characteristics, streamlining the lyophilization cycle design process and reducing the time required to get new products into the production phase.• Lead process improvement projects, driving initiatives to increase product quality and consistency, resulting in improved manufacturing efficiencies and cost savings. Show less

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Kingston, Ontario

• Designed and developed a contact lens with an embedded sensor for continuous monitoring of intraocular pressure, enabling early detection of glaucoma.• Pioneered the development of a stretchable and flexible ECG sensor using silver nanowires and PDMS, providing a novel solution that can monitor heart activity during physical activity.• Published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals on wearable medical devices, including the design and development of the contact… Show more • Designed and developed a contact lens with an embedded sensor for continuous monitoring of intraocular pressure, enabling early detection of glaucoma.• Pioneered the development of a stretchable and flexible ECG sensor using silver nanowires and PDMS, providing a novel solution that can monitor heart activity during physical activity.• Published several research papers in peer-reviewed journals on wearable medical devices, including the design and development of the contact lens and ECG sensor. Show less

Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor Of Science (Honours), Physics