Our Team.

As the founder and CEO of Inoculus Ventures, I'm at the forefront of developing a novel treatment for dry eye disease, aiming to improve the quality of life for individuals with chronic conditions. This venture represents my latest endeavor in a career dedicated to healthcare innovation and medical technology advancement.

Previously, I contributed over a decade of expertise as a design engineer at Asensus Surgical, later transitioning to an Academic Liaison role to bridge academic research with industry innovation. These experiences have complemented my entrepreneurial efforts and deepened my commitment to advancing surgical technologies.

In my academic role as an Associate Professor at the UNC/NC State Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, I guide future engineers from concept to prototype in medical device development, leveraging my extensive background in the design and development of medical technologies. My work has earned international recognition, including publication in Nature and accolades such as a Da Vinci Award and the President’s Award from the American Society of Biomechanics.

I'm driven by the intersection of engineering, research, and entrepreneurship, passionate about creating solutions that enhance human health and wellbeing.