Mehran Hoonejani
About Mehran Hoonejani
Mehran Hoonejani is a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in microfluidics and project management in the biotechnology sector. He has worked at various organizations, including Stealth Mode Startup Biotech and Owl Biomedical, and holds a Ph.D. from UC Santa Barbara.
Current Role at Ansa Biotechnologies
Mehran Hoonejani serves as a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Ansa Biotechnologies, Inc. since 2022. In this role, he focuses on the design and development of innovative solutions in the healthcare diagnostics and medical device industry. His responsibilities include managing development projects from initial concepts through to manufacturing and testing phases. He collaborates with a product development team to ensure the successful implementation of new technologies.
Previous Experience at Stealth Mode Startup Biotech
Prior to his current position, Mehran worked as the Microfluidics Project Lead at a Stealth Mode Startup Biotech from 2021 to 2022. This role was based in the San Francisco Bay Area and lasted for six months. He contributed to the development of microfluidic systems, enhancing the startup's capabilities in biotechnology applications.
Experience at Owl Biomedical, Inc.
Mehran held the position of Project Manager at Owl Biomedical, Inc. from 2015 to 2021. During his six years in Santa Barbara, California, he managed various projects, focusing on the development and implementation of technologies in the biomedical field. His leadership contributed to the advancement of the company's product offerings.
Academic Background and Research at UC Santa Barbara
Mehran completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) at UC Santa Barbara from 2009 to 2015. His research focused on microfluidics, biotechnology, cell detection, and chemical detection. He also worked as a Graduate Student Researcher during this time, contributing to academic advancements in these fields.
Education in Mechanical Engineering
Mehran earned his Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Tehran from 2007 to 2009. He also obtained his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution, completing his undergraduate studies from 2003 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in mechanical engineering and related technologies.