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Apoorva Maiya

Apoorva Maiya

Glasgow

Summary

With a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering, specializing in medical electronics and computer vision, there exists a demonstrated proficiency in cutting-edge research methodologies and medical instrumentation. This expertise has been applied to the development of innovative solutions, such as simplifying musculoskeletal models and utilizing thermal imaging for early breast cancer detection, indicating a commitment to advancing healthcare technology. Extensive experience in data analysis, proficiency in MATLAB, and leadership in organizing medical screening programs further reinforce the dedication to leveraging technology for improving patient outcomes. Currently seeking a position within the United Kingdom that offers consistent challenges and opportunities for professional growth. Open to relocation.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Events Operator

DoubleTree by Hilton
Glasgow, Glasgow City
07.2022 - Current
  • Ensured smooth running of afternoon tea for over 200 people and evenings for 500 people
  • Lifted heavy weights using best moving and handling practices to avoid injury.
  • Completed work according to schedule, helping struggling team members as required to maintain smooth-running operations.
  • Developed strong organizational skills by managing multiple drink and food orders simultaneously, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring prompt delivery to customers.


Junior Researcher

Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research
Bangalore, Karnataka
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Collected 300 thermograms through mass screening, Carried out Data-preprocessing, segmentation, feature extraction and classification of thermograms.
  • Developed MATLAB, Graphical User Interface (GUI) to input breast thermograms and in result obtain decision (cancerous/healthy) based on statistical features extracted
  • Established thermography as an adjunctive tool to diagnose breast cancer.
  • Wrote 2 papers related to field of expertise.
  • Contributed to department and faculty meetings to continuously assess and improve internal practices.


Trainee

Ramaiah Memorial Hospital
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Practical exposure to medical diagnostic devices
  • Understanding the working principles and Instrumentation of medical imaging systems.
  • Handled chemicals and waste in line with COSHH regulations.

Education

MSc Biomedical Engineering - Engineering

University of Strathclyde
Glasgow, Glasgow City
01.2022 - 06.2023

B.E Medical Electronics Engineering - Engineering

Ramaiah Institute of Technology
India
09.2015 - 08.2020

Skills

  • Software Profficiency- MATLAB, Minitab, FEBio, LabVIEW, C, C, Python
  • Image processing
  • Thermal Imaging
  • Medical coding
  • Neural Networks
  • Medical image processing
  • Research and development
  • Biomedical instrumentation
  • Data analysis and statistical modelling
  • Systems biology and computational modelling
  • Regulatory compliance

Academic Projects

1) Development of coupled musculoskeletal model

  • Developed a novel method to simplify a coupled musculoskeletal model of the human femur using FEBio software.
  • Dynamically analyzed the load response of human femur throughout a gait cycle.

2) Development of infrared thermal imaging for recognizing cancer and non-cancer groups through mass screening

  • Conducted mass breast screening camps and created a dataset.
  • Created a MATLAB tool to aid in diagnosing women in their early stages of breast cancer.

3) Computer aided quantitative tool for breast screening using digital radiography imaging

  • Led a team of four and created an algorithm to extract features from normal and abnormal breast types.

4) Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for glaucoma detection

  • Pre-processed OCT images in MATLAB for glaucoma detection

Affiliations

  • Martial arts
  • Crocheting

Timeline

Events Operator

DoubleTree by Hilton
07.2022 - Current

MSc Biomedical Engineering - Engineering

University of Strathclyde
01.2022 - 06.2023

Junior Researcher

Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research
07.2020 - 01.2021

Trainee

Ramaiah Memorial Hospital
07.2019 - 01.2020

B.E Medical Electronics Engineering - Engineering

Ramaiah Institute of Technology
09.2015 - 08.2020
Apoorva Maiya