Ajoa Etwi-Yeboah

Biomedical engineering graduate with a strong foundation in medical devices, regulatory compliance, and laboratory practices. Skilled in technical communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration. I aim to leverage global knowledge to propel advancements in the biomedical field and revolutionize medical devices—developing solutions as simple as syringes that can impact entire populations. Passionate about advancing healthcare innovation through safe, high-quality engineering solutions and eager to contribute to developing cutting-edge cell and gene therapy technologies.

Drug-eluting Peptide-Linked Natural Hydrogel Coating for Cardiovascular Stent, 05/01/22, 

• Contributed to the conceptualization of a theoretical study on the development of a natural hydrogel coating integrated with drug-eluting peptides for potential application in cardiovascular stents
• Proposed innovative anti-thrombosis strategies to address stent-related complications, emphasizing controlled drug release and biocompatibility
• Demonstrated a forward-thinking approach to cardiovascular biomaterials by exploring solutions for enhanced vascular healing and long-term stent performance

MorphFeed: Feeding Tube Enhancement for HEN Patients, 05/31/24 

• Secured sponsorship and resources from UT Health, catalyzing project development and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Utilized 3D printing techniques to engineer a low-cost, low-profile feeding tube adapters, strategically enhancing user experience and streamlining patient transitions
• Introduced efficient testing processes, reducing prototype refinement time by 20% and accelerating project timelines

Topics in Biomaterials: Hydrogel Approach to Tibia Fissures, 01/01/23

• Developed a hydrogel-based solution to promote healing of tibial fissures, focusing on biocompatibility and mechanical support
• Designed and tested a biodegradable hydrogel scaffold that mimics natural extracellular matrices to enhance bone regeneration
• Documented findings emphasizing the hydrogel's potential as a minimally invasive treatment for bone injuries

Experimental Design: Sperm Cell Viability Determination using MTT Assay, 08/01/21 

• Designed an experimental study to determine sperm cell viability using the MTT assay, a widely used method for metabolic activity analysis
• Applied experimental design principles to conceptualize a rigorous approach for assessing cell viability in reproductive biology