President of the Institute of Textile Science (ITS) — Innovating at the Intersection of Materials Science, Healthcare, and Textile Engineering
E-Textile Prototyping & Development
Leading e-textile research initiatives — developing knitted and embroidered dry electrodes, thermoregulating prototypes, and respiratory-monitoring wearables for healthcare applications.
User-Centered Healthcare Technology
Driving real-world healthcare impact through REB-approved clinical studies, co-design sessions with older adults and clinicians, and user-centered wearable technology development.
Grant Writing & International Collaboration
Secured $300K+ in competitive research funding, leading cross-border Canada-France collaborations, and mentoring the next generation of researchers and startups.
Canada's National Textile Organization
Leading Canada's national textile organization, driving initiatives for textile innovation, research collaboration, and industry advancement across the country.
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IEEE Engineering in Medicine & Biology Society
Theme: From Fashion to Function: User-Centered Smart Textiles for Healthcare. Curating and editing content for this focused track at the flagship IEEE EMBS conference.
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