EDUCATION
The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA
College of Engineering Graduated: May 2011
Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering
Temple University Philadelphia, PA College of Mechanical Engineering Expected Graduation: May 2013
Master of Science in Bioengineering
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Cell and Molecular Bioengineering, Biomedical Instrumentation and Measurements, Biofluid Mechanics,
Analysis of Physiological Systems, BioContinuum Mechanics, Surfaces and the Biological Response to Materials,
Thermodynamics, Machine Design, Mechanical Response of Engineering Materials, Calculus, Vector Analysis
WORK EXPERIENCE
Vogler Research Group State College, PA
Biomaterials / Soft Materials Researcher August 2010 – August 2011
• Conducted research on cell adhesion to polymeric surfaces
• Identified structure-property relationships that affect biocompatibility
• Gathered, plotted, and interpreted experimental data
• Participate in seminars and presentations on the research conducted
• Received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF)
Hershey Rehabilitation Center (Senior Design Project) State College, PA Project Manager August 2010 – December 2010
• Designed and created a Self-Propelling Walker for rehabilitation patients
• Applied theoretical knowledge from Engineering classes to achieve ideal prototype
• Learned machining processes such as welding and milling
• Created Design Specification Reports and Statement of Work
• Tested and modified product to achieve high ergonomic quality
Mashavu (Thermometer Fabrication) State College, PA Designer and Tester January 2010 – May 2010
• Created a thermometer for use in a telemedicine system in developing countries such as Kenya
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