Konrad Walus
About Konrad Walus
Konrad Walus is a co-founder and member of the Board of Directors at Aspect Biosystems, where he has worked since 2013. He also serves as a professor at The University of British Columbia, specializing in electrical engineering and nanotechnology.
Work at Aspect Biosystems
Konrad Walus co-founded Aspect Biosystems Ltd. in 2013 and serves as a Member of the Board of Directors. The company is recognized for its innovative contributions to 3D bio-printing technology. Under his leadership, Aspect Biosystems has advanced the development of printable devices and electronics, significantly impacting the field of bio-printing.
Education and Expertise
Konrad Walus holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and Computational Nanotechnology from the University of Calgary, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Windsor from 1997 to 2001. His expertise includes developing microsystems and integrating computational nanotechnology with practical applications in bio-printing and sensor development.
Background
Konrad Walus began his career with internships at Ford Motor Company, where he worked as an Electrical Engineering Intern in Windsor, Ontario, in 1998, 1999, and 2000. He later became a Member of the Board at the Medical Device Development Centre (MDDC) from 2013 to 2017. He has been a professor at The University of British Columbia since 2005, leading a research lab focused on nanotechnology and microsystems.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Konrad Walus has contributed to advancements in the fields of electrical engineering and nanotechnology. His research bridges these disciplines, particularly in developing microsystems and enhancing bio-printing technologies. His work has implications for the integration of computational nanotechnology in practical applications.