Co-invented a 3D cell culture platform resulting in 1 provincial patentCo-founded the first Canadian Organ-on-a-Chip start-up as a spin-off from Zhang Lab using our patented technology

Led the development of 2 revolutionizing high-throughput microfluidic platforms for modeling blood vessels, kidney, lung & colon for pre-clinical drug testing and disease modeling across various concurrent projects attracting $2M as federal funding, 3 independent and 7 collaborative scientific publications for the labDemonstrated expertise in various cell and molecular techniques such as mammalian cell culture, organoid culture, 3D tissue culture, hydrogels, microfabrication, 3D bioprinting, automated robotic handling systems, cryo-sectioning, enzymatic assays, tissue barrier permeability assays, cytotoxicity assays, microplate reader, immunological assays, high-content imaging with light and confocal microscopy

-Led weekly tutorials sessions and office hours providing guidance and support to students-Evaluated and graded student assignments, projects and exam with attention to detail and accuracy

Organized social activities for graduate students to enhance community engagementDesigned social media marketing content across multiple platforms to maximize outreach to graduate students

Evaluated the effectiveness of combi-targeting drugs against lung cancer in vitro using flow cytometryDeveloped proficiency in cancer drug discovery & development cycle, FlowJo software

Developed processes for manufacturing NPK bio fertilizer from solid tannery waste

Developed magnetic nanocomposite for removal of textile dye from waste waterExecuted experiments, documented and analyzed data leading to 1 collaborative scientific publication