Experience
Research Coordinator - Brigham and Women’s
June 2021 to Present
Designed the next generation of LVADs (Left Ventricular Assist Devices) and ICDs (Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator)
Clinical trial lead for multiple trials managing patient participation, enrollment, and addressing patient needs
Created an encrypted data storage system to inventory 1000s of patient blood samples and manage pull requests
Schematic of HeartMate 3 LVAD by Abbott
Battery Product Design Intern - Rivian
June 2020 to August 2020
Integrated ‘skateboard' base module into vehicle base focusing on electromechanical connections between battery modules and drivetrain components
Designed and built a test stand to ensure the functionality of battery modules that verified connectivity and mechanical stability
R1S and R1T skateboard drivetrain and battery base
iPad and Mac Product Design Intern - Apple
September 2018 to August 2019
Designed future iPads incorporating industrial design, reliability, functionality, and manufacturing while collaborating with component teams
Created a functional prototype from the ground up using a completely new form factor, display, and features
Worked on keyboards for MacBook Pros and the MacBook Air to resolve butterfly keyboard “sticky key” issue using a low-travel scissor design
Directed the fabrication of a small functional prototype build using self-designed fixturing
Drafted drawings for all fixturing and components such as the charging module, Main Logic Board (MLB) and battery pack
Mechanical Design Engineer - Roush
June 2017 to August 2017
Quoted project proposals to determine the cost and feasibility of electrifying vehicles for Disney, FCA, and Google
Worked on benchmarking and power train sizing of electric vehicles
Used GT suite to design control systems and battery management systems
Ford F-650 electrified by Roush
Research
Researcher - Therapeutic Technology Design and Development, MIT
My research aim was to design a device to adhere the tongue to the roof of the mouth to comfortably prevent sleep apnea. I collaborated with a team member to design a saliva trap and vacuum pump to maintain suction on the tongue during sleep. Additionally, I investigated an alternative design using biologically inspired suction cups. One of the challenges I faced was incorporating user feedback into the design. While a patient was trying the device, his tongue blistered from too much suction. Working to resolve this issue and increase user comfort was of paramount importance. I designed a silicon-coated plastic that reduced tongue blistering while iterating to find a safe vacuum pressure.
January 2021 to June 2022
Researcher - Van Vliet Lab, MIT
The work I did at the Van Vliet lab focused on the analysis of brain tissue material properties. I used cavitation rheology and nanoindentation to gather the viscoelastic properties of the material. The goal was to create a model that replicated the energy dissipation of brain tissue and used the data gathered to help prevent damage from forceful contact. I used empirical data to test the model and further refine it. The information gathered will be used by the U.S. Army to develop better helmets for soldiers.
January 2017, June 2015 to August 2015
Cavitation rheology measurement locations
Researcher - Lahann Lab, University of Michigan
At the Lahann Lab, I developed micro polymer scaffolds to be implemented in the regrowth of bone material following critical bone injuries or defects. Using a customized 3D printer, I printed and tested various scaffold geometry with different pore sizes to find an ideal size for bone regeneration. Additionally, I researched the delivery of micro polymer particles for drug administration and wound healing.
June 2014 to August 2014
Fibrillogenesis of fibronectin across the architecture of polymer scaffold printed by 3D jet writing