Khoi Nguyen
About Khoi Nguyen
Khoi Nguyen is a Mechatronics Lab Instructor and doctoral student at Yale University, where he has worked since 2016. He has experience mentoring undergraduate teams in electronic control systems and has previously held positions at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology and Brigham and Women's Hospital.
Work at Yale University
Khoi Nguyen has been employed at Yale University since 2016, serving as a Mechatronics Lab Instructor and pursuing his Doctoral studies. In this role, he has mentored undergraduate teams in the design and implementation of electronic control systems specifically for self-balancing robots. His responsibilities include instructing students in Mechatronics courses, which typically have class sizes ranging from 20 to 35 students.
Education and Expertise
Khoi Nguyen holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science from Yale University, which he completed from 2016 to 2021. Prior to this, he earned a Master's degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University in 2015. He also obtained a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from Brown University in 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both engineering and medical applications.
Background
Before joining Yale University, Khoi Nguyen worked as a Laboratory Technician at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) from 2015 to 2016. He also gained experience as a Research Assistant at Brigham and Women's Hospital from 2009 to 2011, where he conducted research on molecular motors dynamics to understand the material properties of muscles. This diverse background contributes to his expertise in mechatronics and biomedical engineering.
Research and Mentoring Experience
In his current role at Yale University, Khoi Nguyen has focused on mentoring undergraduate students in practical applications of engineering principles. His work with teams designing electronic control systems for self-balancing robots showcases his commitment to hands-on learning and innovation in the field of mechatronics. This mentoring experience is integral to his role as an instructor, enhancing the educational experience for students.