Past Fellows
Diana Mojahed
Research Scientist, Hu Group
“Improving efficiency in the pathology gross evaluation process using on-chip optical coherence tomography (OCT)”
Diana is working to improve efficiency of disease diagnosis in hospitals. The current process of diagnosing life-threatening illnesses like cancer involves a time-consuming and expensive pathology laboratory workflow, with patients waiting weeks for results after surgery. Diana’s project focuses on miniaturizing a form of 3D imaging called optical coherence tomography (OCT) and integrating it into a silicon photonic chip to create a medical device capable of real-time imaging of patient tissue.
By bypassing the traditional approach, this technology has the potential to significantly reduce diagnosis time and costs. Through the Kavanaugh Fellowship, Diana is exploring the commercialization of the technology, with the goal of turning it into a viable medical device.
By bypassing the traditional approach, this technology has the potential to significantly reduce diagnosis time and costs. Through the Kavanaugh Fellowship, Diana is exploring the commercialization of the technology, with the goal of turning it into a viable medical device.
“I’ve always loved being a researcher, and if I work on a project, it’s because I really believe in the idea, and I truly pour my heart into it. When thinking about starting a company, I’m excited because of the possibility of bringing valuable technology into practice and improving patients’ lives.”