Mint Kunkel
About Mint Kunkel
Mint Kunkel is a Laser Optical Scientist currently employed at Bridger Photonics, Inc. since 2021, with a background in physics and electrical engineering from Carleton College and the University of Minnesota.
Work at Bridger Photonics
Mint Kunkel currently serves as a Laser Optical Scientist at Bridger Photonics, Inc. since 2021. In this role, Kunkel develops a laser spectroscopy codebase specifically designed for methane emission detection. This work contributes to the company's efforts in environmental monitoring and analysis. Additionally, Kunkel performs statistical analysis of large-scale methane emission distributions, which aids in understanding and managing methane emissions.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
From 2019 to 2021, Mint Kunkel worked as a Researcher at Microsoft in Cambridge, United Kingdom. During this two-year tenure, Kunkel focused on various research initiatives that contributed to the company's technological advancements. This position provided valuable experience in a corporate research environment.
Education and Expertise
Mint Kunkel holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Physics from Carleton College, where studies were completed from 2008 to 2012. Kunkel further pursued education at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, earning a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical Engineering from 2012 to 2018. This educational background provides a strong foundation in both physics and engineering principles.
Research Experience at University of Minnesota
At the University of Minnesota, Mint Kunkel held multiple roles. As a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant from 2012 to 2018, Kunkel engaged in both research and teaching activities. Following this, Kunkel served as a Postdoctoral Associate for 11 months in 2018 to 2019, focusing on advanced research projects that contributed to the field of electrical engineering.
Undergraduate Research at Carleton College
Mint Kunkel began research experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Carleton College from 2010 to 2012. In this role, Kunkel assisted in various research projects, gaining practical experience in scientific inquiry and contributing to the academic community at the college.