Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
August 2022-Present
Morehead-Cain Scholar Class of 2026
B.S. Biomedical Engineering
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
August 2020-May 2022
Research
Independent Research Project
NCSSM Research in Chemistry Program
Assembled and assayed a temperature-sensitive, variable density, biodegradable, and bioactive 3d printer filament for use in patient- specific bone reconstructive implants.
- 375 hours of lab research conducted
- Publication: Broad Street Scientific
- Rose, J. A. (2022). Development of a bioactive, biodegradable, and variable-density 3D printer filament for patient-specific bone reconstructive implants. Broad Street Scientific, 11, 57–62. https://doi.org/https://issuu.com/ncssmedu/docs/bss_2022
- Podium Presentations
- 2023 Piedmont Orthopedic Society Annual Meeting, Duke University.
- Awards
- 2023 Piedmont Orthopedic Society Chairman’s AV Award Honorable Mention
- 2022 International Science and Engineering Fair: 4th Place Award in Biomedical Engineering
- 2022 NC Science and Engineering Fair: 2nd Place in Biomedical Engineering
- 2022 NC International Science Challenge Scholar (NCISC)
Professional Experience
Handspring SLC
Summer 2024
Prosthetic Design Intern
- Designing and producing devices for upper and lower-limb patients.
- Worked directly with patients to design for their goals – included ice climbing and mountain biking prosthetics.
TrackX Technology Incorporated
2024 - Present
Product Development Intern
- 3D modeling and 3D printing example medical instruments for use in operating room instruction.
- Gained experience in need assesments and design for specific applications.
Johns Hopkins & Morgan CARES
Summer 2023
Public Health Internship
- Worked with CONNECT Team: Improving cardiovascular health in minority populations in Baltimore, MD.
- Developed website layout for recieving and rapidly implementing stakeholder feedback. (www.bmoreconnect.org)
Duke University Medical Center
May 21 - July 14, 2023
Clinical Shadowing, 93.5 hours
- Attending: Dr. Malcolm DeBaun, Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon
- Observed a multitude of surgeries, including fibular neck fracture fixation, intramedullary nailing, allograft fracture repair, and severe trauma treatment due to motorvehicle accidents. Observed OR team collaboration during challenging trauma surgeries.
Honors & Awards
International
- 4th Place 2022 International Science and Engineering Fair: Biomedical Engineering
- 1st Place 2021 International SeaPerch Robotics Competition
- 7th Place 2019 International SeaPerch Robotics Competition
- 1st Place 2018 International SeaPerch Robotics STEM Math Challenge
National
- Eagle Scout
State
- 2021 North Carolina Science and Engineering Fair (NCSEF) State Finalist
- 2021 Yale Science and Engineering Award
- 2021 RICOH Sustainable Development Award
Activities & Leadership
Nonprofit Board Technology Officer
2024 - Present
The Helping Hand Project
- Design and 3D print prosthetic hands for children in need.
- Lead design and organization efforts for multiple collegiate chapters.
Biomedical Engineering Department Ambassador
2024 - Present
UNC Chapel Hill
- Represent the Joint UNC/NC State University BME program at program events and during tours.
Vice President, Design Team Chair
2022 - Present
The Helping Hand Project at UNC
- Work directly with children and families to destigmatize limb differences.
- Founded team to produce automated program for 3D printed prosthetic generation.
Chief Technical Officer
2022 - Present
Carolina Adapts Toys for Children (CATCH)
- Researched and developed open-source accessible, 3D printable button design.
- Research innovative ways to adapt toys. Adapted a nerf gun to be used by special needs student.
Eagle Scout
2010 - Present
Boy Scouts
- Eagle Scout Project: Developed 3D printable fidgets for children with special needs in schools.
- Grew project by creating online resource for 3D printable sensory kit, downloaded over 2,000 times
Founder: Surfside Shack
2013 - Present
Online Business
- Small business with philanthropic mission. Donate portion of every sale to nonprofit Surfers Healing.
- Sell customizable 3D printed hiking maps, 3D printed campus maps, and shark tooth necklaces.
- Business Websites: philmontmaps.com & surfsideshack.etsy.com
Founder: 3D Sensory Tools
2021 - Present
Nonprofit
- Nonprofit organization bringing sensory tools and 3D printing to students.
- Website with open source designs: Thingiverse
Lead Engineer, Captain
2016 - 2022
Seaperch Underwater Robotics Competition
- Designed a 3D printed Remotely Operated Vehicle to compete in underwater challenges.