MEng Biomedical Engineering student @Duke Pratt | MedTech Design & Biomechanics | D1 Student Athlete | Future Medical Device Entrepreneur Innovating for Clinical Impact
Empowering Through Design
Crafting Patient-Centered Designs
Annika McEnroe is a leading innovator in biomechanics medical device design, combining cutting-edge technology with creative solutions. Dive into her exceptional portfolio to see how her work is shaping the future of healthcare and enhancing patient outcomes.
About Me.
Hi I'm Annika McEnroe. I am a passionate Biomedical Engineering master's student at Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering, holding a BS. in Bioengineering from UC Berkeley. With a strong focus on MedTech Design and a certificate in the field, I leverage my expertise in biomechanics, bioMEMS, and computational modeling through advanced tools like AutoDesk Fusion, COMSOL, and MATLAB to create impactful medical devices. As a Division I student-athlete and Olympic Trials qualifier, I bring discipline, resilience, and leadership to my projects, driving innovation in medical device design. My goal is to become a medical device entrepreneur, dedicated to making a clinical impact through cutting-edge solutions.
Education
2021-2025
BS. Bioengineering
UC Berkeley
2025-Present
MEng Biomedical Engineering- MedTech Design Certificate
Duke University
Applied biomechanics, bioMEMS, and computational modeling (COMSOL, FeBio, MATLAB) in coursework and lab projects to design and analyze biomedical systems, strengthening problem-solving and technical innovation skills. Balanced Division I athletics with rigorous academics as a Cal Women’s Swim Team leader and Bioengineering Honors Society member, demonstrating resilience, discipline, and collaboration in high-performance environments.
Currently pursuing a Master's in Biomedical Engineering with a Certificate MedTech Design at Duke University, I am engaged in advanced coursework that includes Advanced Manufacturing and Design, and Management of High-Tech Industries. My studies emphasize a blend of technical innovation and practical application, enhancing my problem-solving abilities in biomedical systems. As a member of the Division I Duke Women’s Swim Team, I balance my athletic commitments with a rigorous academic schedule, exemplifying resilience, discipline, and teamwork in a high-performance environment.
Skills
Medical Device Skills
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Biomechanics & Human-Centered Design
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Medical Device Design & Prototyping (wearables, organ-on-chip, PMMA/PDMS fabrication)
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Microfluidics &BioMEMs
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Computational Modeling & Simulation
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Collaboration
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Leadership & Project Management
Technical Skills
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MATLAB
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COMSOL
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Autodesk Fusion 360
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FeBio
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Laser Cutting
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Excel
Laboratory Skills
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Organ-on-chip fabrication
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Photolithography
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Cell Culture
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Confocal Microscopy
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PCR
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Immunocytochemistry
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NMR& Impedance Spectroscopy
Biomedical Engineering Experience
Terasaki Biomedical Istitute for Innovation
Intern- June 24'
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Collaborated on the research and development of a 2-tier, 5-layer PMMA Blood Brain Barrier chip, which integrated neural endothelial cells, pericytes, and microglial cells to study microglial senescence.
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Assisted in fabricating blood-brain barrier and liver-on-chip models with PDMS and PMMA, enhancing microfluidic prototyping skills and advancing biomimetic models for disease research.
UC Berkeley- Waqas Khalid Lab
Undergraduate Researcher: Jan 23'- May 24'
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Researched and collaborated on prototyped exoskeleton systems by integrating biomechanics, materials testing, and EMG sensors to advance the design of assistive medical devices for stroke rehabilitation.
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Applied bio-sensing techniques using impedance spectroscopy with carbon nanotube sensors to generate and analyze biomolecule concentration detection curves.
Genentech Mentorship Program
Mentee: Aug 22' -May 24'
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Participated in the Genentech Mentorship Program, gaining exposure to clinical research and drug development processes while strengthening knowledge of translational medicine relevant to medical technologies.
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Networked with professionals across diverse biotech fields, building industry connections and enhancing career insight into biotechnology and pharmaceutical development.
CUBEInc & The Hawkins Foundation
Data Analyst Intern: Aug 20'-Feb 21'
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Served as a data analyst for a 400-participant orthopedic clinical trial, completing data cleaning, organization, and spreadsheet management to ensure accuracy and reliability of clinical research findings.
