Sabiha Sultana
Biomedical Engineer, EIT
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biomedical Engineer
Aruna Revolution Health Inc.
1 2024 - Current
- Lead project planning meetings, stand-ups and project review meetings outlining objectives, deliverables, and timelines for R&D initiatives, ensuring efficient execution and alignment with company priorities
- Drive R&D efforts to formulate compostable and hydrophobic biofilm layer for menstrual pads, experimenting with natural polymers and testing feasibility for industrial scalability
- Lead projects to enhance mechanical fiber extraction processes by implementing lockout procedures and dust collection systems for hammer mills, achieving optimal material lengths and ensuring on-site safety
- Lead projects to scale up chemical extraction processes from 200 L to 5000L reactors, creating detailed manufacturing plant designs, process flow diagrams, and 3D CAD models to produce 1 ton of fiber per month
- Optimize menstrual pad design through user trials, coordinating biocompatibility tests, and collaborating with manufacturers and suppliers to produce 1 million pads.
- Lead projects to refine pulping processes for non-woody biomass, to develop novel fluff-pulp from agricultural waste
- Implement Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820, developing quality policies and manuals, and drafting SOPs and work instructions with regulatory advisor to expand market reach to US and ensure high-quality menstrual products.
R&D Biomaterials Engineering Intern
Aruna Revolution Health Inc.
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted experiments to evaluate non-woven materials for absorbance, fluid acquisition, and rewet values.
- Optimized the process to develop 100% bio-based, compostable thermoplastic starch films, contributing to the organization's patent portfolio.
- Led technology transfer from research to pilot manufacturing, scaling up fiber extraction from 2L to 200L barrels.
- Developed and standardized protocols for non-woody biomass fiber extraction, analyzed fiber characteristics, and created non-woven materials for menstrual pad prototypes.
- Prototyped and optimized a mechanical fiber extraction system, utilizing a roller mill and vacuum system to enhance extraction efficiency.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
School Of Biomedical Engineering, UBC
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Revamped biomechanics course curriculum to improve representation and diversity in research and design of biomedical devices
- Implemented and led discussion groups to boost student engagement in topics related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Designed qualitative surveys to gather student feedback, evaluated the impact of new learning materials, and conducted data analysis of results
- Assisted in publication process for academic journals, editing manuscripts, and ensuring proper formatting guidelines were met.
Assistant Research Engineer
International Collaboration Of Repair Discoveries
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Mastered SolidWorks, 3D modeling, and machine shop tools to build a cervical spine prototype
- Conducted verification and validation testing to validate the design requirements of a test dummy with various speeds in a linear impactor using accelerometers and a high-speed video camera
- Assisted research engineers with product design updates (technical drawings and assembly instructions) following document control protocol
- Presented research findings at conferences and workshops, contributing valuable insights to the broader scientific community, won the best oral presentation award in the undergraduate research category.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Collaborative Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Systems Lab
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Analyzed 10,000+ kinetic and kinematic data points from accelerometer and gyroscope of wheelchair using Python
- Conducted exploratory data analysis and created visualizations of data to communicate results to team
- Used statistical methods to analyze participant data and understand human-machine interaction of wheelchair users.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC 05.2001 - 05.2023
Skills
Project Management
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Project planning and development
Problem-solving abilities
Excellent Communication
3D modeling, SolidWorks
Coding, Python
Certification
Elevate - Canadian Alliance for Skills and Training in Life Sciences, Hands-on training in Biomanufacturing, Biopharmaceutical, Good Manufacturing Practices, Bioreactors, Aseptic Techniques, Quality Control
Volunteer Experience
Co-lead, UBC Enable, Vancouver, BC (Sep 2021 - Apr 2023)
- Consulted with clients from the Tetra Society of North America to develop personalized assistive devices.
- Led a team of 16 mechanical and electrical engineering team members, guiding them through the design concept phase to the development of alpha and beta prototypes.
- Managed 5 projects through prioritizing, and scheduling tasks for team members by implementing critical path method & utilizing project management tools such as Gantt charts to successfully achieve project outcomes within the deadlines.
- Secured grants from the Neil Squire Society and successfully organized two events for 50 engineering students to adapt 50 toys and 100 assistive switches, which will be donated to various rehab hospitals for children with hand dexterity.
Timeline
Elevate - Canadian Alliance for Skills and Training in Life Sciences, Hands-on training in Biomanufacturing, Biopharmaceutical, Good Manufacturing Practices, Bioreactors, Aseptic Techniques, Quality Control
01-2024
R&D Biomaterials Engineering Intern
Aruna Revolution Health Inc.
06.2023 - 12.2023
Undergraduate Research Assistant
School Of Biomedical Engineering, UBC
09.2022 - 04.2023
Assistant Research Engineer
International Collaboration Of Repair Discoveries
05.2022 - 08.2022
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Collaborative Advanced Robotics and Intelligent Systems Lab
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Applied Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of British Columbia
05.2001 - 05.2023
Biomedical Engineer
Aruna Revolution Health Inc.
1 2024 - Current