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Kwanghun is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering in the Institute for Medical Engineering and Science and the Picower Institute for Learning and Memory at MIT. His lab has pioneered the development of novel tools for exploring biological systems, including CLARITY, SWITCH, MAP, SHIELD, and eFLASH. He was the recipient of the 2019 Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), the 2016 NIH New Innovator Award, the 2016 Mcknight Technological Innovations in Neuroscience Award, the 2015 Packard Fellowships for Science and Engineering Award, the 2015 NARSAD Young Investigator Award, the 2014 Yumin Award for Creativity, the 2014 Searle Scholars Award, and the 2012 BWF Career Award at the Scientific Interface.
Brian develops tools to maximize the applicable scope of our technologies. He received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto and conducted postdoctoral training at McGill University. In his research career, Brian has developed technologies to increase experimental throughput and provide new ways of analyzing samples.
Jeff leads development of the SmartSPIM imaging system. He has extensive experience in microscope and acquisition software design. He received his BS in Physics from ASU, his PhD in Bioengineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and completed postdoctoral training in Neuroscience at UNC.
Hsuan leads development of the MegaSPIM imaging system. He has extensive experience in optical microscope design and applications. He received both his BS and MS in Physics from National Taiwan University, and his PhD in Chemistry and Chemical Biology from Harvard University.
Nick focuses on the development of new imaging technologies, bringing his extensive experience in electromechanical prototyping and volumetric imaging. He received his BS in Mechanical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, and spent 5 years at MIT as a Research Engineer.
Joe assists with the design, manufacture and installation of SmartSPIM systems. He received a BS in Construction Engineering and MS in Urban Planning from Virginia Tech.
Dae Hee works on developing and expanding the tissue processing and imaging pipelines.
He received his BS in Biological Engineering and MS in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University and his PhD in Brain and Cognitive Sciences (molecular and cellular neuroscience track) from MIT. He developed eMAP and eFLASH during his time at Chung Lab, MIT.
Ji leads development of the Megatome tissue sectioning system. She has comprehensive experience in precision mechanics and the design of electromechanical and optomechanical systems. She received her PhD in Mechanical Engineering and Automation from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, and conducted postdoctoral research at MIT.
Daniel works on the design and manufacturing of the Megatome system, and maintains its software control elements. He received a BA in Engineering Physics from Dartmouth College.
Zach has a deep knowledge of the operation and design of LifeCanvas products from clearing and labeling to imaging with SmartSPIM. He received his BS in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Connecticut and his ME in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University with a focus on biomechanics.
Chris provides engineering support for device design, manufacturing, fulfillment, and quality control on LifeCanvas clearing and labeling devices. He also provides pre- and post-sales support for new and existing device users with his technical sales experience. Chris received his BS in Biomedical Engineering and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University.
Nelton Correia works on reagent and buffer production, order fulfillment, inventory, and shipping. He received a degree in Computer Networking & Information Science from the Network Technology Academy Institute.
Leah specializes in wet lab sample processing and light sheet imaging for LifeCanvas CRO. She received her BSE and MS in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Iowa.
David earned his PhD and MS in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University and his BS in Biomedical Engineering from North Carolina State University.
Caroline works on CRO sample processing and imaging while maintaining efficient office organization. She received her BS in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University, with a concentration in Imaging and Instrumentation and a minor in Psychology.
Benjamin works on CRO sample processing, imaging. He received his BA in Neuroscience from Boston University with a concentration in understanding and manipulating neural circuitry.
Minyoung works on big data analysis and software pipeline design/automation, bringing over 10 years of experience in AI research and development at leading tech companies. Her expertise covers deep learning, computer vision, neuroscience, and data engineering, with applications in areas ranging from autonomous vehicles to neuroscience. She has led teams and driven innovative research across multidisciplinary projects. Minyoung holds an MS in Computer Science from Stanford University and a PhD in Brain and Cognitive Sciences from MIT.
Webster develops tools and algorithms for automated image analysis. He has extensive experience in applying computer vision and machine learning techniques for biological image analysis, and has a deep understanding of tissue-hydrogel transformation for tissue clearing. He received his BS in Chemical Engineering from Caltech, and both his MS in Chemical Engineering Practice and PhD in Chemical Engineering from MIT.
Brandon develops the tools and models of our analytical pipeline. He brings a wealth of experience utilizing machine learning for modeling brain function via neuroimaging and neurophysiological modalities. Brandon received his PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from Brandeis University, his MA in Developmental Psychology from Teachers College of Columbia University, and his BA in Psychology from Monmouth University.
Aditi works on CRO sample processing and imaging while maintaining efficient office organization. Aditi received her BS in Biochemistry and BA in Biomedical Engineering from Brown University.
Maddy received a BS in Computer Science and Biology from MIT.
Chris provides technical consultation to LifeCanvas customers to enable their science and empower their success. He has 10 years of experience implementing customer success strategies in the life sciences industry. He conducted postdoctoral work at the University of California Berkeley in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology, and received his PhD at the University of Toronto in the Department of Biochemistry.
Ali’s passion for drug discovery and healthcare is key to driving our commitment to innovation and excellence. She has a robust background in marketing within the pharmaceutical Industry, at renowned companies like Novartis and LEO Pharma, and her education includes an undergraduate degree in Pharmacy and a master’s degree in Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
Kurt has been in human resources (largely at small, fast-growing companies) for 13 years. He works to create environments where people wake up happy to go to work, feel safe wherever they are, and end the day fulfilled by the work they do.
Joe ensures that our bills are paid on time, our office space is livable, and our D&D game is sufficiently silly. Joe received his BA in Professional, Technical, Business, and Scientific Writing from Western Connecticut State University.
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