Alexander Miller
About Alexander Miller
Alexander Miller is a Unity Developer with a background in application development and augmented reality. He has worked at notable institutions including the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and Heru, focusing on integrating technology with healthcare.
Work at Heru
Alexander Miller has been employed at Heru as a Unity Developer since 2021. In this role, he collaborates with clinicians and scientists to design innovative augmented reality (AR) modalities specifically aimed at diagnosing eye disorders. His work focuses on developing augmented reality vision tests that assist in identifying conditions such as cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. This position allows him to apply his expertise in Unity development to enhance diagnostic tools in the medical field.
Previous Experience at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Prior to his current role, Alexander Miller worked as an Application Developer at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine from 2017 to 2021. During his four years in this position, he contributed to various projects within the Greater Philadelphia Area, leveraging his technical skills to support medical applications and research initiatives.
Experience at TACTAI Inc
Before his tenure at the University of Pennsylvania, Alexander Miller served as a Unity Programmer at TACTAI Inc from 2015 to 2017. In this role, he worked in Boston, Massachusetts, focusing on developing applications using Unity technology. His experience at TACTAI Inc laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in augmented and virtual reality development.
Education and Expertise
Alexander Miller holds two Master of Engineering (MEng) degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, both achieved between 2013 and 2016. He studied Computer and Information Technology, as well as Computer Graphics and Game Technology. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in software development, graphics, and interactive technologies, which he applies in his professional roles.
Background in Virtual Reality Research
During his time at the University of Pennsylvania, Alexander co-directed the Brain Science Center Virtual Reality Lab. In this capacity, he focused on integrating virtual reality technology with neuroscience research, contributing to advancements in understanding brain functions and disorders through immersive experiences.