I am a Project Manager at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (MPI-IS). I manage international collaborations on the development of robotic tools for image-guided interventions. Previous to this role, I received my B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). I received the Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University.
Visiting the State Ministry of Baden-Württemberg as part of the Business-to-Government Unlocked even
EndoSurge develops MR-compatible tools to enable radiation-free image-guided interventions.
Smartbell was a startup concept to automate workout tracking for gym users using sensorized fitness equipment. The idea enabled us to win 1st place at the Carnegie Mellon University Hack-a-Startup competition in 2018.
The Worcester Beer Garden was a startup capstone project for my Sales and Marketing graduate course at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 2017. Several months later, the concept was realized by an external entity.
Julius Maximilian Kernbach is a doctoral researcher in neuroscience at University Hospital Heidelberg. In July 2024, he participated and won first place in the Falling Walls Lab Baden-Württemberg, presenting his innovative research on "Breaking the Wall of Invisible Brain Cancer." His work focuses on utilizing artificial intelligence to enhance the detection and treatment of glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer. Kernbach's compelling presentation earned him a spot at the prestigious Falling Walls Science Summit in Berlin, where he shared his insights with a global audience.
Andra-Lisa Maria Hoyt is a doctoral researcher at the University of Konstanz, specializing in chemistry and geology. Her research focuses on the conservation of stone cultural heritage, aiming to preserve historical stone structures and statues. In July 2024, she presented her work titled "Breaking the Wall of Crumbling Walls" winning second place at the Falling Walls Lab Baden-Württemberg. Her innovative approach led her to the Falling Walls Science Summit in Berlin, where she shared her insights on preserving global cultural heritage.