OBJECTIVE

Looking for a position as a biomedical engineer/research assistant to acquire sk

ills to enhance my abilities and gain exposure in the industry.
EDUCATION
* Drexel University
Masters of Science in Biomedical Engineering, Sept 2006- Sept 2009

Relevant Coursework:
Biosimulation
Medical Sciences
Medical Imaging
Biostatistics
Cell Mechanics
Mechanics of Human Joints
Microfabrication
Biomedical Ethics
Entrepreneurship Studies for Biomedical Engineers
* Birla Institute of Technology & Sciences, Pilani -Dubai Campus
Bachelor of Engineering (Honors) in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Aug 20
02 - June 2006

EXPERIENCE
Graduate Research Assistant, Drexel University Jan 2007 - Jun 2009
* Vascular Kinetics Laboratory
o Emphasis: A dielectrophoretic device for testing single cell mechanics
* Design and development of a dielectrophoretic single cell trapping system for
analysis of endothelial cells in diabetics.
* Integrating the system with a PDMS microchannel and controlling flow rate to i
mprove cell trapping efficiency.
* Functionalize the device surface by printing it with protein allowing regulati
on of the cell adherence spot.
Teaching Assistant, Drexel University
Held coaching sessions, proctored exams, run labs and graded lab reports, home w
orks and exams for 40-50 students every term.
* Department of Mechanical Engineering & Mechanics
o Introduction to Biomechanical Engineering, Sept 2007 - Dec 2007
o Engineering Reliability, Jan 2008 - Mar 2008
* Department of Physics
o Preparation for Engineering Studies, Jan 2009 - Mar 2009
o Fundamentals of Physics III, Mar 2009 -Jun 2009
SKILLS
* Laboratory Skills: Cell Culture, Cell Fixing, Fluorescence Microscopy
* Software Tools: COMSOL 3.3, AutoCAD 2008, E-Cognizant, Image J, Microsoft Offi
ce
* Microfabrication: Photolithography, E-Beam Evaporation, Thermal Evaporation, L
ift-Off Process
* Equipment: Fluorescence Microscope, Micromanipulator, Plasma Cleaner, Spin-Coa
ter, Sonifier
* Programming Skills: C /C++
* Working Knowledge: PSpice & MATLAB
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
* The Temporomandibular joint
o Studied the kinematics for better understanding of the functioning of this joi
nt by applying the Grood & Suntay parameters.
* Effect of ROS on cellular aging
o Studied the cause & effect of reactive oxygen species on cellular aging in the
human body.
* IRB PROPOSAL: Diagnosis & treatment plan for depression using fNIRS
o Submitted an IRB application for the diagnosis and prognosis of depression usi
ng functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS)
* Upper limb prosthetics : The Myoelectric Arm
* Bioceramics: Case Study on Dental Porcelain
PRESENTATIONS
* Rajendran K, Manomohan G, Morss Clyne A. A dielectrophoretic device for studyi
ng single cell mechanics. 2009 ASME Summer Bioengineering Conference (Mow sympos
ium)
* "A Novel Dielectrophoretic Device for Testing Single Cell Mechanics", Drexel R
esearch Day, April 2009
* "Design and Development of a Dielectrophoretic System for Study of Endothelial
Cell Mechanics", Drexel Research Day, April 2008
* Manomohan, G, Rajendran, K, Morss Clyne, AS. Design of a Dielectrophoretic Mec
hanical Testing Device. 2008 Materials Research Society Spring Meeting
PUBLICATIONS
* Manomohan G, Rajendran K, Morss Clyne A. (2008) Design of a dielectrophoretic
mechanical testing device. Mat. Res. Soc. Symp. Proc. Vol 1097E
AFFILIATIONS
* Vice President, Drexel Biomedical Graduate Student Association, 2008 - 2009
* Treasurer, Drexel SHOR, Drexel University's Indian A Capella Group, 2008 - 200
9
* Editorial Board, Drexel Desi, the Indian Graduate Student Newsletter, 2008 - 2
009
* Volunteer, Greater Philadelphia Cares, 2008 - Current
* Member, Drexel SHOR, Drexel University's Indian A Capella Group, 2007 - Curren
t
* Student Member, IEEE, Philadelphia Section, 2006-2007