Monica Barney
About Monica Barney
Monica Barney is a DSP Optimization Engineer with extensive experience in materials science and engineering, having worked at various research institutions and companies over two decades. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, and has a diverse background in bioprocessing, molecular biology, and materials engineering.
Current Role at Mango Materials
Monica Barney currently serves as a DSP Optimization Engineer at Mango Materials, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on optimizing digital signal processing systems. Her work contributes to the company's mission of developing sustainable materials through innovative engineering solutions. She is based in Redwood City, California.
Previous Experience at Chevron
Monica Barney worked at Chevron as a Research and Development Engineer from 2008 to 2021. During her 13 years in Richmond, California, she engaged in various projects that advanced the company's research initiatives. Her experience at Chevron provided her with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices.
Educational Background
Monica Barney holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science from the University of California, Berkeley, where she also completed her M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering. Additionally, she earned a B.S. in Chemistry with a minor in Physics from California State University, Fresno. She also obtained a Biotechnology Work Certificate from City College of San Francisco, enhancing her expertise in biotechnology.
Experience in Bioprocessing Manufacturing
Monica has gained bioprocessing manufacturing experience at a scale-up plant, which complements her engineering background. This experience is valuable in her current role and reflects her ability to apply scientific principles to practical manufacturing challenges.
Research Experience at National Laboratories
Monica Barney has extensive research experience, having worked at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Graduate Student Research Employee from 1999 to 2005 and as a Graduate Student Research Assistant at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory from 1996 to 1998. These roles involved conducting advanced research in materials science, contributing to her expertise in the field.