Projects
Below is a list of projects successfully completed during my Master’s degree program
Pitch Competition
Advancing Veterinary Medicine Utilizing Stem Cell Technologies
My team and I partnered with Dr. Amanda Trindade Hill, CEO of CellTech, an early-stage startup, to develop a pitch deck showcasing their technology to industry experts and investors. We presented CellTech at NCSU’s CATALYZE Pitch Competition, winning a $2,000 award.
Industry Project with Alura
Adapting to Customer Preferences in the Dairy Cattle Nutrition Industry
My team and I collaborated with Alura to understand what customers consider essential in forming trustworthy partnerships with new suppliers, aiming to develop an innovative commercial pathway for their new feed additive product. We conducted market research, identified competitors, assessed product introduction requirements, and engaged with key opinion leaders and customers. Our work provided valuable insights into the best ways to reach potential customers.
Mini Practicum Project with Biomedical Engineering Department
Exploring the Commercial Viability of Chitosan Manufacturing in North Carolina
My team and I collaborated with Dr. David Zaharoff to evaluate the viability of building a chitosan manufacturing plant in North Carolina using local shrimping industry waste shells. We conducted market and supply chain analyses, reviewed regulatory requirements, examined chemical processes for varying purities, and identified economic incentives.
