Students

Sai Sriparna Thulluri is a PhD student at NJIT. She completed her undergraduate degree in Medical Electronics following which she worked as a design and development engineer in a healthcare company. She is interested in application of engineering principles to improve healthcare provision especially in furthering her knowledge in rehabilitation space to contribute towards improving it.

Fabliha Enam Chowdhury is a PhD student at NJIT. She completed her BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET). Since her undergrad, she has been exploring the methods of integrating her foundational knowledge on signal processing and machine learning for neural pathway analysis. She has been passionate about contributing to the advancement of Rehabilitation Technology and is currently interested in advancing her knowledge on exploiting EMG signals for analysing neuromuscular mechanisms.

Megan is a first-year PhD Candidate at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) pursuing research under the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering at NJIT, and worked at Valcor Engineering Corporation as a Quality Engineer Intern designing and manufacturing solenoid valves. Megan's research in neuromuscular engineering and human movement-detection devices stems from a strong passion of fostering an inclusive environment for all individuals. She aims to engineer an armband that is able to translate American Sign Language gestures into written text to bridge communication gaps.

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Addison Montemayor is a Master's student majoring in biomedical engineering at NJIT. As a member of the CNAlab team, he is dedicated to discovering ways to enhance motor function in older adults and individuals with central nervous system injuries. The research involves exploring various options, potentially leading to the development of a device that addresses this critical question. Solutions could range from utilizing virtual reality and biosensors to even considering the implementation of an exoskeleton. Addison is eager to uncover which innovative approaches will not only advance our understanding but also refine the design for maximum effectiveness.

Currently pursuing her master’s degree in biomedical engineering, Imarah Abdur Rasheed is focused on expanding her experience in biomechanics, human movement, and rehabilitation-related research. Her interests center on how engineering can be used to better understand physical function and develop solutions that improve everyday life. Through her work with the CNAlab, she looks forward to gaining hands-on research experience, strengthening her understanding of motor control and physiology, and contributing to projects that explore challenges related to movement and mobility.

Riddhi Ramesh is a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering student. As a member of the CNAlab, she is interested in utilizing her background in biomechanics and personal experience with movement disorders to deepen her knowledge of the neural mechanisms underlying them, while exploring novel approaches for improved diagnosis and treatment.

Jordan Safi is a third-year Biomedical Engineering student on the biomaterials BS/MS track, interested in the applications of Tissue Engineering for muscular dysfunctions, diseases, and injuries. As a member of the CNAlab, she hopes to utilize her knowledge and passion of physiology and physical fitness to better understand the underlying conditions behind neuromuscular dysfunction and explore novel approaches in recovery.

Rayan Maqsood is a second-year biomedical engineering student interested in the biomechanics track. He is interested in using what he learns as an engineer to further his pursuit in helping people. As a member of the CNAlab, he hopes to deepen his understanding of human physiology and motor functions to help those with weaker motor functions.

Michael Faller is a first-year Biology major at NJIT and a member of the Albert Dorman Honors College. His academic interests center on neuromuscular control and rehabilitation, with a focus on improving motor function in older adults and individuals with central nervous system injuries. Motivated by personal experiences with degenerative neuromuscular conditions affecting close family members and friends, he is particularly interested in translational research that bridges clinical insight and data-driven analysis. He seeks to contribute to CNAlab’s work through collaborative research while further developing his skills in data collection and quantitative analysis.

Vansh Singhal is a second-year Biomedical Engineering student interested in the biomechanics track. As a member of CNAlab, he is interested in understanding the fundamentals of human movement and research that helps better understand neuromuscular activity. He wants to help apply these concepts to solve real-world medical problems through prosthetics design and rehabilitation.

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