Andrew Mendonca
About Andrew Mendonca
Andrew Mendonca is a Research Associate at Avro Life Science, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a BASc in Nanotechnology Engineering from the University of Waterloo and a Master's in Biomedical Engineering from Ryerson University.
Work at Avro Life Science
Andrew Mendonca has been employed at Avro Life Science as a Research Associate since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for creating standard operating procedures and organizing laboratory inventory. He oversees the complete diffusion testing process, which includes setting up and optimizing diffusion parameters as well as maintaining equipment. Additionally, he has taken on interim responsibilities for ordering laboratory supplies, ensuring that the lab is well-equipped for ongoing research and development.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Mendonca holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Nanotechnology Engineering from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 2010 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Biomedical Engineering from Ryerson University, completing his studies from 2017 to 2019. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in both nanotechnology and biomedical engineering, which he applies in his current research role.
Background
Andrew Mendonca completed his secondary education at Mary Ward Catholic Secondary School, earning his Ontario Secondary School Diploma from 2006 to 2010. His educational journey laid the groundwork for his future studies in engineering and biomedical fields, ultimately leading to his current position in research and development.
Training and Development
In his role at Avro Life Science, Andrew Mendonca is actively involved in training new personnel, including co-op students and graduate students. He educates them on standard operating procedures, analytical instruments, and formulation development, ensuring that they are well-prepared to contribute to ongoing projects and research initiatives.
Research and Development Contributions
Andrew Mendonca specializes in developing new formulations by leveraging existing literature and exploring potential intellectual property opportunities. He designs experiments and develops patches to test specific formulations within the biomedical devices industry, contributing to advancements in the field through practical application of his research.