Cornell Engineering Career Conversations

Engineering Neurotech: Innovating Brain-Computer Interfaces with Jason Wright ‘12, ‘13 Jan 28, 2025

Jason Wright is a Principal Electrical Engineer at Synchron, a brain-computer interface startup. Jason shares insights into his work developing implantable devices to help individuals with severe paralysis regain digital communication abilities. He discusses his role, which blends hardware, firmware, and systems engineering, and highlights the challenges and rewards of working in a fast-paced medical technology startup. He can be found at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpwright0/ Transcript Link: https://tinyurl.com/ECCtranscript Editor: Melissa Bazley

Finding Flavor and Philosophy: Garrett Lang ’01 on Generous Capitalism and Building PlateRate Nov 05, 2024

Garrett Lang ’01 is, among other things, the founder and President of PlateRate, an online service that helps diners find great local restaurants and their best meals. A graduate of the Computer Science program, he serves as the online chair for the NYC Cornellian community and is also the Executive Director of the Free Thinker Institute. Garrett shares his philosophy of "generous capitalism" and walks us through his entrepreneurial journey. He can be found at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrettlang1/ garrett@platerate.com He recommends: Free Thinker Institute: https://tinyurl.com/FreeThinkIns Global Cornell Online Community, which can be accessed on Discord https://cornellonlinecommunity.com/ Transcript Link: https://tinyurl.com/ECCtranscript Editor: Melissa Bazley

From Nuclear Science to STEM Entrepreneurship: Dr. Jarvis Sulcer MS ‘95, Ph.D. ‘98 Oct 28, 2024

Dr. Jarvis Sulcer ‘95, ‘98, COO and co-founder of Lingo Solutions Inc., shares his journey from academia to entrepreneurship, inspired by his experiences in nuclear science and engineering. Initially planning a career in academia, he shifted to industry for real-world experience, eventually founding a tutoring business and discovering a passion for entrepreneurship. At Lingo Solutions, Jarvis now focuses on developing coding kits for students and educators, empowering them with hands-on STEM learning. His daily role involves B2B sales, business development, and team leadership, but his primary motivation is creating transformative educational experiences. He can be found at: IG: @JDSulcer, X: @JDSulcer and LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarvis-sulcer-ph-d/ He recommends: LINGO’s subscription model B2C customers- https://stemlingo.com/products/lingo-stem-coding-subscription-box?selling_plan=946569260&variant=42193692524588 We are STEM Leaders notebook for youth- https://tinyurl.com/WeAreStemNotebook Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Editor: Melissa Bazley

From Engineer to Music Executive, Educator, and Author: Dr. Howie Singer ’77, '79 Oct 28, 2024

Howie Singer ’77, ’79 (ORIE) is an expert on the implications of new technology in the music industry. In 15 years at Warner Music Group, he served as SVP and Chief Strategic Technologist analyzing services and companies that could enhance or threaten WMG’s businesses. As a Strategic Consultant to Universal Music Group, MQA Ltd, and other start-ups, he currently advises on products, services, and technologies related to high-resolution music, Artificial Intelligence, podcasts, and streaming data analysis. He is co-author of a new book, "Key Changes: The Ten Times Technology Transformed the Music Industry." Howie can be found at https://www.linkedin.com/in/howiesinger/ Check out his book: Key Changes https://www.amazon.com/Key-Changes-Technology-Transformed-Industry/dp/0197656900 Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Editor: Melissa Bazley

Renewable Energy, Mentorship, and Global Impact with Tamir Lance ‘04, ‘05 Oct 14, 2024

Tamir Lance ‘04, ‘05, a senior engineering manager at Maxeon Solar, discusses his career path in the renewable energy industry and his role working with teams around the world. He highlights the significance of mentoring young engineers and fostering their career development through hands-on training and individualized growth plans. Tamir also speaks to the importance of working for companies that prioritize sustainability and ethical practices, such as Maxeon’s commitment to ESG principles. Tamir can be found at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamir-lance-a2a2765/ He recommends: “Cornell Career Services both the central office and the engineering specific office especially a shout out to Craig Jones there. It was a really influential organization on me during my time at Cornell and early career.” Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Editor: Melissa Bazley

Behind the Scenes of Video Game Production: Jessie Yee ‘20 Sep 11, 2024

Jessie Yee ’20 is a producer in the video game industry. She discusses the intricacies of managing large, multidisciplinary teams in the development of Exodus, an AAA sci-fi action-adventure role-playing game. Jessie shares insights into her role, where she helps facilitate communication and ensures smooth collaboration between design, engineering, animation, and more. She also explains the difference between a game producer and a traditional project manager, offering an insider’s look at how producers maintain the health of both the team and the project, especially during high-stress situations like crunch time. Additionally, Jessie provides advice for students interested in breaking into the game industry, drawing from her own experience as an Information Science major with minors in Film and Game Design. Learn more about Exodus: https://www.exodusgame.com/en-US. Jessie can be found at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicayee11/. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Editor: Melissa Bazley

Driving Innovation in Automotive and Mobility Safety: Haley Antoine Grantham ‘19 Sep 03, 2024

Haley Antoine Grantham ‘19 is a Safety and Crashworthiness Engineer at Toyota Motor North America Research and Development. As a graduate of the Biomedical Engineering program, Haley talks about her journey from working as a Pedestrian Protection Engineer to her current role in advanced body structure and computer-aided engineering. She discusses the unique aspects of her job, such as using computer modeling tools to predict injuries and conducting physical crash tests to enhance vehicle safety for both occupants and pedestrians. Haley also shares her involvement in Toyota's recruitment efforts and leadership roles within the company. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations She can be found at https://www.linkedin.com/in/haley-antoine/ Editor: Melissa Bazley

Delivering Insights on the Energy Industry and Climate Impact: Kasim Khan ‘20 Aug 27, 2024

Kasim Khan ’20 is a research analyst at Wood Mackenzie, a global provider of data and analytics solutions for the renewables, energy, and natural resources industries. Kasim discusses his path from being a Chemical Engineering student to his current role, where he advises clients on energy storage technologies and operations. He describes his day-to-day activities, which include aggregating quantitative and qualitative information to develop research reports and pricing forecasts. Kasim also shares his long-standing interest in climate and energy issues, highlighting his commitment to making a positive impact in the industry. Kasim can be found on Twitter/X: @kawesomekhan He recommends the following resources: The Economic Dispatch (economicdispatch.substack.com) - an energy & society newsletter he started with a couple friends. Stephen Markley’s “The Deluge” - fantastic, gripping climate fiction novel. Cornell Energy Connection- https://www.cornellenergy.org/cec Editor: Melissa Bazley

Pioneering Sustainable Materials with Machine Learning: Florencia Paredes '11 Aug 18, 2024

In this episode, hosts Christa Downey and Traci Nathans-Kelly talk with Florencia Paredes '11, Head of Product at Citrine Informatics. Florencia shares her journey from studying Materials Science at Cornell to leading product development at a cutting-edge software company that uses machine learning to accelerate the development of sustainable materials. The episode offers insights into the evolving field of materials informatics and Florencia's role in shaping its future. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Florencia can be found on twitter @_floparedes Editor: Melissa Bazley

Any Person, Any Study, Any Friend: Tony Chen '12 Jul 04, 2024

Enthusiastic engineering physics alum Tony Chen ‘12 discusses his efforts to connect Cornell alumni, including through global mixers and continuous reunions. Tony shares how the pandemic sparked the creation of bi-weekly Zoom mixers, bringing together thousands of Cornellians worldwide to foster friendships and support each other through various life changes. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining connections, not just during college but throughout life, and offers insights on applying a systems approach to networking. Tony also talks about the value of leveraging the Cornell network to find jobs and career opportunities in addition to friendship and camaraderie. Tony shares the following: Cornell Global Mixers- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lc465/ Cornell (thank) U Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cornell-thank-u/id1592844944 Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Melissa Bazley, Editor

Perfecting Piano Product Design and Development: Emilie Camera ‘17, ‘18 Feb 27, 2024

Emilie Camera ‘17, ‘18, a mechanical engineer at Steinway & Sons, shares her journey of blending her passion for music with her expertise in engineering to craft bespoke pianos. From collaborating with designers to navigating manufacturing challenges, Emilie provides insights into the intricate process of creating custom pianos, including limited editions and one-of-a-kind pieces. She reflects on her experiences traveling abroad to Steinway's factories and emphasizes the importance of understanding end-users' perspectives in shaping product design. Through her story, Emilie inspires listeners to explore diverse career paths within engineering and highlights the rewarding intersection of art and engineering in crafting musical instruments. Please note that due to technical difficulties, one of our host’s audio isn’t as high quality as we’d prefer in this episode. Thanks for bearing with us. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations She can be found on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilie-camera/ A tip she shares is, “Some job shops have a lot of good design for manufacturing (DFM) information/tips on their websites (Protolabs, Xometry, etc).” Melissa Bazley, Editor

Water is Life: Alissa Diminich, ‘08, ‘09 Feb 20, 2024

Alissa Diminich, ‘08, ‘09, is a principal engineer at Tennessee-based Inflo Design Group, primarily working on drinking water and wastewater projects. She holds a bachelor's and master's degree, both from Cornell University, in civil and environmental engineering. During her time at Cornell, she was a member of the AguaClara project team. Post-graduation, she has also served on the Board of the nonprofit AguaClara Reach, which aims to advance the design and innovation of community-scale, gravity-powered water treatment technologies. In addition to sharing her career journey, Alissa talks about how becoming a parent has impacted her view of her work as well as how employers can support work-life balance. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Alissa can be be found at https://www.linkedin.com/in/alissadiminich She recommends following: American Water Works Association https://www.awwa.org/ Water Environment Federation https://www.wef.org/ Society of Women Engineers https://swe.org/ AguaClara Reach https://www.aguaclarareach.org/ Melissa Bazley, Editor

Leading the Way for Technology Access and Equity: Christine Chang ‘04 Feb 14, 2024

Christine Chang ‘04 holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and a master of science in STEM Education from Boise State University. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science at University of Colorado Boulder where she investigates human-robot collaboration and communication supported via augmented reality, particularly in high-risk environments. Christine’s career spans working at NASA and Boeing, teaching elementary and high school students, and advocating for diversity in STEM. She shares how all of these experiences have led to her current research and interest in influencing technology policy at the federal level and beyond. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Christine can be found at https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-t-chang/ and http://www.xtinebot.com. She recommends the We Robot Conference. Melissa Bazley, editor

Driving Sustainable Change as a Consultant: Dayin Chen ‘17 Feb 02, 2024

Dayin Chen ‘17 is a Senior Consultant at Deloitte Consulting's Sustainability Strategy and Transformation Group. Dayin shares insights from her journey, including her transition from undergraduate studies in Operations Research to completing an MBA at Wharton School of Business, and her return to Deloitte. She discusses her current project focusing on sustainability within a large food company, highlighting the complexities of engaging farmers in regenerative farming practices and navigating the corporate strategy around reducing emissions. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations She can be found on LinkedIn. Dayin recommends the following books: Getting to Yes; Omnivore’s Dilemma; The Third Plate Melissa Bazley, Editor

Navigating the Intersection of Healthcare, Data, and Sustainability: Allie Gaines ‘14 Jan 30, 2024

Allie Gaines ‘14 discusses her educational and career journey from graduating with a degree in Information Science Systems and Technology to working as a Product Manager in Healthcare and Business Strategy at XponentL Data. She describes her transition from a technical role in data interoperability at Athenahealth to focusing on healthcare clinical solutions, particularly in cancer registries, which sparked her interest in using healthcare data to make a difference. She pursued a Master's degree in Global Health and Epidemiology at the University of Oxford, followed by a Ph.D. in Public Health and Epidemiology at Imperial College London focusing on nutrition, public health, and climate change impacts on the food system. Allie highlights her work in creating a method to calculate greenhouse gas emissions from packaged foods based on ingredients. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations She recommends: Marion Nestle’s newsletter- Food Politics: https://www.foodpolitics.com/ The George Institute for Global Health: https://www.georgeinstitute.org/ XponentL Data: https://xponentl.ai/ The Blue Zone on Netflix Allie can be found on LinkedIn. Melissa Bazley, Editor

Exploring Mars: An Insider’s Perspective: Nathan Williams ‘11 Jan 20, 2024

Nathan Williams ‘11 completed an engineering bachelor's degree in earth and atmospheric sciences, earned a PhD studying the Moon and Mars at Arizona State University in 2016, and now works as a Science Systems Engineer at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. His work primarily involves Mars exploration, including missions with Mars Rover Perseverance, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and Mars Sample Return. He discusses the importance of staying nimble and flexible in his role, acting as a bridge between scientists and engineers to ensure effective communication and collaboration. Nathan also shares insights and advice for students interested in pursuing careers in engineering and scientific exploration, emphasizing the value of networking, staying informed, and maintaining a work-life balance. The interview concludes with a discussion about Mars time, the unique work schedule aligned with Martian days during critical mission phases. Transcript: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations He recommends following NASA and JPL on social media. Melissa Bazley, Editor

Revolutionizing Recycling: Stwart Peña Feliz ‘17 Sep 26, 2023

Stwart Peña Feliz recently completed his MBA at MIT Sloan School of Management where he is the 2023 winner of the MIT Climate Energy Prize. He is the co-founder and CEO of MacroCycle, a startup focused on recycling plastic using an innovative and highly efficient process with minimal carbon emissions. He discusses his journey from being a chemical engineering student at Cornell to an entrepreneur with a mission to address plastic waste and climate change. You can connect with Stwart on Linkedin, and as he says, “If you spell my name correctly, I’m the only one who comes up.” Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations He can be found on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stwart-pena-feliz/ Instagram: Stwart530 A resource he shares is: https://www.plasticsnews.com Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

Focused on Carbon Dioxide Removal Technologies: Dr. Xiangkun Elvis Cao ‘21 Sep 18, 2023

Dr. Xiangkun Elvis Cao is a Schmidt Science Fellow at MIT, working at the intersection of technology, business, and policy for carbon dioxide removal. He discusses the need for incentives to support investigators with interdisciplinary academic identities to perform their research and hasten scientific breakthroughs. Elvis also describes his journey from a small village in China to completing his PhD in Mechanical Engineering at Cornell. He is passionate about mentoring other early career researchers and empowering individuals from historically under-represented groups in science and engineering. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations He can be found: https://www.elviscao.com/ https://www.elviscao.com/publications under 4.4 Op-eds https://www.linkedin.com/in/xiangkun-elvis-cao/ https://twitter.com/Elvis_Cao Elvis highly recommends, “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen Covey. Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

Innovating Sizing and Digital Fit Systems: Nathan Ghabour ‘13 Sep 09, 2023

Nathan Ghabour, who currently works at Nike, is an experienced product leader in the computer software industry, skilled in computer-aided design (CAD), biomechanics, surface modeling, and product design. Nathan’s career launched with a Bachelor of Science focused in BioMechanical Engineering. Nathan discusses how his various experiences and interest led him to his current role as well as how he focuses on data ethics in his work. He also discusses the power of communication skills and the ability to distill ideas effectively to help teams perform well across an organization. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Nathan shares the following resources: MPI - for data ethics Max Planck Institute https://www.mpi-sp.org/ CVPR - for future of computer vision https://www.thecvf.com/ Modeling SIGGRAPH https://www.siggraph.org/ Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

A Mechanical Engineer Unbound by Conventional Career Paths: Dr. Malika Grayson ‘14, ‘16 Sep 04, 2023

Dr. Malika Grayson completed a master’s degree and PhD in Mechanical Engineering at Cornell with a focus on wind energy, computational fluid dynamics, modeling and simulation, and wind tunnel experimentation. After graduation, Malika participated in a rotational program through Northrop Grumman and currently works there as a Program Manager. Malika discusses the importance of mentorship and building a community to be successful. She is a Fortune 100 global keynote speaker, best-selling author, and founder of STEMinist Empowered LLC, an organization focused on supporting women of color who are pursuing graduate degrees. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations You can find Malika on: IG: @drmalikagrayson Linkedin: Dr Malika Grayson Twitter: MalikaGrayson She shares the following books: Hooded: A Black Girl's Guide to the Ph.D. by Malika Grayson Lessons Learned: Stories from Women Leaders in STEM Paperback by Deborah M Shlian (Editor) Wall of Wonder: Cornell Women Leading the Way in Science, Technology, and Engineering by Madeline Dubelier, Catherine Gurecky, et al. Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

A Serial Tech Entrepreneur who Empowers Others to Grow: Debbie Madden ‘96 Aug 30, 2023

As a graduate of the operations research in engineering major, Debbie Madden describes herself as a “serial technology entrepreneur, CEO, founder, board member, thought leader, author and advisor.” Debbie is the founder, owner, and Chairwoman of Stride, a national technology services firm leading agile digital transformation at brands ranging from Series A startups through Fortune 100. Her company partners with the world's best tech teams like Peloton, Spotify, Warby Parker, Disney, NBC Universal, to deliver high quality software products to market and model engineering and product best practices that upskill and enable teams. She shares leadership lessons she has gained through both professional and personal experiences including as a breast cancer survivor. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations You can find Debbie on: LinkedIn - Debbie Madden Twitter - debbiemadden200 Stridenyc.com Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

A Mechanical Engineer who Embraces Entrepreneurship- Ilayda Samilgil ‘19 Aug 22, 2023

Ilayda Samilgil is CEO/Co Founder of LLUME (Organic Robotics) and a graduate of the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Cornell. LLUME utilizes patented Light Lace™ technology to accurately analyze user chest movement to deliver actionable insights on fatigue and performance levels. LLUME grew out of research that Ilayda conducted as a senior and she describes her journey as an entrepreneur. Transcript Link: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Ilayda shares https://llume.io/ Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

Building and Managing Community Water Systems: Matthew Snyder ‘19, ‘20 May 31, 2023

Matthew Snyder, an Assistant Project Manager and Engineer at Freese and Nichols, describes his work related to water purification and resource recovery in Texas. Matthew shares what it’s like to work as an environmental engineer and the challenges of educating the public about waste water treatment and of maintaining community trust. Transcript available at: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Matthew shares: https://www.awwa.org/ Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

Making the Connection between Chemical Engineering and Patient Care: Esther Park ‘06 May 17, 2023

Esther Park’s mother told her she should be a pharmacist; Esther says, “Mom was right.” Esther is the Pharmacy Quality, Safety, and Regulatory Compliance Manager at Seattle Children’s Hospital. Esther discusses how engineers can improve healthcare quality by managing urgent drug shortages, streamlining manufacturing processes, and creating vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, and other medications that don’t yet exist. She also shares how her chemical engineering education contributes to her problem-solving and communication skills as a pharmacist. Transcript available at: https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

Designing Safe, All-Electric, Emission-Free Vehicles: Caitlin Stanton ‘20, ‘21 May 02, 2023

Software engineer Caitlin Stanton shares her experience working on embedded systems in electric-powered, self-driving cars at Cruise. Caitlin talks about mentoring, overcoming impostor syndrome, and going viral on social media as an undergrad. Transcript available at https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Caitlin shares: TEDx Everyone Deserves a Seat at the Table: https://youtu.be/JCRofclKsKI What does a microsoft intern do for fun?: http://codercaitlin.io/blog/2019/6/22/what-does-a-microsoft-intern-do-for-fun I didn't get a return offer and that's OK: http://codercaitlin.io/blog/2019/8/25/i-didnt-get-a-return-offer-and-thats-okay?fbclid=IwAR3jPcrFZ9dLbwrNWUU8FXTwVWgAmPZllT6XumQquIKGH8qLwh11ng9nPmw Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

Introducing Cornell University Engineering Career Conversations Apr 10, 2023

Cornell engineers are changing the world every day. Director of the Engineering Career Center, Christa Downey, and Engineering Communications Program Director, Dr. Traci Nathans-Kelly, introduce Engineering Career Conversations. We share our motivation for celebrating excellence and innovation among engineers whose impact contributes to a healthier, more equitable, and more sustainable world. Transcript available at https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

From Civil Engineering to City Hall: Abena Sackey Ojetayo ‘07, ‘09 Apr 10, 2023

Civil engineering alum, Abena Sackey Ojetayo describes her work as “developing ideas that meet the triple bottom line of safety, prosperity, and environmental stewardship.” Abena shares her journey from being a student in the College of Engineering to becoming Tallahassee’s Assistant City Manager. Transcript available at https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

Creating Technology for Sustainable Food Production: Matthew Gellert ‘17 Apr 10, 2023

Bio-systems engineering manager Matthew Gellert develops elegant, functional designs for indoor vertical farms at Brooklyn-based Square Roots. Matthew discusses using his biological engineering education and software engineering skills to tackle challenges in agriculture. Transcript available at https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Matt recommends following and reading: Ag Funder- https://agfunder.com/ Urban Ag New- https://urbanagnews.com/ Science Daily - https://www.sciencedaily.com/ Vertical Farm Daily- https://www.verticalfarmdaily.com/ Greenhouse Grower-https://www.greenhousegrower.com/ Indoor Ag Sci Cafe- https://youtu.be/Ykrkx-GN950 Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

From Future Doc to Healthcare Industry Disruptor: Alice Yan ‘19, ‘20 Apr 10, 2023

Currently working in legal and regulatory compliance at a healthcare start-up, Alice Yan describes her journey from a high school student who wanted to be a doctor to using her biomedical engineering education to improve healthcare outcomes. Transcript available at https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations IG: @alicemyan Alice's current reading list: Deep Medicine, Eric Topol The Digital Doctor, Bob Wachter Technological Revolutions and Financial Capital, Carlota Perez The Patient Will See You Now, Eric Topol The Checklist Manifesto, Atul Gawande The Price We Pay, Marty Makary The Health Care Handbook, Elisabeth Askin, Nathan Moore Where Does it Hurt?, Jonathan Bush, Stephen Baker Healthcare Dive- https://www.healthcaredive.com/ Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

Improving Battery Technology: Nidhi Maniar ‘22 Apr 10, 2023

Recently graduated with a master’s degree in chemical engineering, Nidhi Maniar shares her perspective as a new battery engineer at Amazon. Nidhi discusses the value of understanding the fundamentals as well as career resources that she found useful in her job search. Transcript available at https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Nidhi recommends: Read “Minto Pyramid” to develop business writing skills. Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

Ensuring Safe, Clean Water: Jessica Olsen ‘21 Apr 10, 2023

United States Air Force Infrastructure Design engineer, Jessica Olsen, discusses her passion for life-long learning and how she has managed the transition from college student to a full-time professional staying abreast of the latest research on emerging water contaminants and other water management and policy topics. Transcript available at https://www.engineering.cornell.edu/engineering-career-conversations Jessica recommends: Water 4.0: The Past, Present, and Future of the World's Most Vital Resource by Dr. David Sedlak Bertrand Odom-Reed, Director Cornell Broadcast Studios broadcaststudio@cornell.edu Melissa Bazley, Editor

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