What attracted you to the Keller Center?
Before discovering the Keller Center, my impression of Princeton’s academic landscape was that it was heavily theory-focused, and less application, even in my engineering curriculum. I wanted a chance to develop more practical skills and apply them to real problems where I can make real impact. This is exactly what the Keller Center offers - a unique space in which I can take the theories and concepts that I have learned in the classroom and turn them into practical skills. The Keller Center facilitated using those practical skills to make a tangible impact with innovation.
How are you involved with the Keller Center?
I am part of the team, NuHeal, in the Summer 2019 eLab cohort. Our team is focused on redesigning the orthopedic walking boot as a removable cast to improve the patient experience. As the CTO, my main role is to manage the mechanical aspects of the design. This includes 3D modeling of the product, materials research and selection, and mechanical testing, both through simulations and with physical prototypes.
What are your academic or career goals?
I love mechanical engineering, and I am passionate about healthcare - so naturally I hope to pursue a career in medical device design and innovation. Orthotics or prostheses are of particular interest to me, but I am also open to exploring different fields of medicine or healthcare in which I can contribute!