Benjamin Diaz

Detail-oriented Biomedical Engineer currently pursuing an M.S. in Biomedical Engineering from the Florida Institute of Technology. Passionate about advancing knowledge in Cardiovascular Mechanics through high-quality research. Self-motivated professional with excellent communication, planning and problem solving abilities.

• Panther Distinguished Scholar Award, 08/2019 - 05/2023
• Dean's List, Florida Institute of Technology, 08/2019 - Fall 2022

Echolynx, Team Lead, 08/2022 -  03/2023

Developed a hands-free, dynamically controlled electrolarynx to assist patients who lost their voice due to lung cancer., Awarded Best in Showcase by the Florida Institute of Technology Biomedical Engineering Department. 

https://sites.google.com/view/echolynx/

FNIRS Sensor Build, Team Lead, 08/2023 - 12/2023

Designed and developed a low-cost near-infrared spectroscopy (FNIRS) sensor for measuring oxygenated hemoglobin levels., Explored potential applications for machine learning data analysis.

LVAD Ventricle Implantation Optimization, Graduate Research Assistant, 01/2024 - Ongoing

Created over 70 different models testing the angulation of the LVAD implant in the left ventricle and ascending aorta as well as optimizing testing procedures and performing data analysis.

• Florida Institute of Technology Rugby Club, President, 08/2021 - 05/2022
• Biomedical Engineering Society, Member, 08/2019 - Present
• Tau Beta Pi, Member, 12/2022 - Present
• Alpha Eta Mu Beta, Member, 08/2022 - Present

• Collaborated with investigators at San Diego State University to make breakthroughs in hemodynamic analysis methodologies.
• Trained 5 undergraduate students on laboratory techniques and research fundamentals.
• Delivered podium presentation on Exploring The Dynamics of Steady Flow: An In-vitro and In-silico Study for LVAD Therapy at BMES National Conference in 2024.