Daniel Sweeney, PhD
About Daniel Sweeney, PhD
Daniel Sweeney, PhD, is an R&D Associate Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in biomedical engineering. He holds a PhD from Virginia Tech and has experience in developing optical sensors and signal processing techniques.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Daniel Sweeney has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as R&D Associate Staff since 2019. In this role, he focuses on research and development projects that involve advanced sensor technologies and data acquisition systems. His work contributes to the laboratory's mission of addressing complex scientific challenges through innovative solutions.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Sweeney holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomedical Engineering from Virginia Tech, where he studied from 2013 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Arizona, completing his degree from 2009 to 2013. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and research methodologies.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current position, Daniel Sweeney worked in various roles that enhanced his expertise in biomedical engineering. He served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 2018 to 2019. He also gained experience as a Graduate Research Assistant at Virginia Tech from 2013 to 2018, and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Arizona from 2012 to 2013.
Research and Development Contributions
Daniel Sweeney has developed network-based signal processing and ad hoc graph generation techniques aimed at improving data acquisition from distributed optical fiber sensors. He has also prototyped high-precision, multimodal optical sensors and measurement techniques utilizing Fabry-Pérot interferometers, contributing to advancements in sensor technology.
Internship and Early Career
In 2012, Daniel Sweeney completed an internship at Bexion Pharmaceuticals, where he gained practical experience in the biomedical field. He also worked as a contractor at Texas Instruments for ten months in Tucson, Arizona, further expanding his skills in engineering and research.