Amara Greer Short
About Amara Greer Short
Amara Greer is a Scientist II at Tenaya Therapeutics, where she contributes to the development of an optical mapping system for cardiac tissue analysis. She has a background in biomedical engineering and has held various research positions at institutions such as Virginia Tech and The Ohio State University.
Work at Tenaya Therapeutics
Amara Greer Short has been employed at Tenaya Therapeutics since 2021 as a Scientist II. In this role, she has contributed to the design and validation of an optical mapping system that enables the observation of voltage and calcium signals in cardiac tissue. This innovation facilitates real-time observation and treatment of arrhythmias. Prior to her current position, she served as Scientist I at Tenaya Therapeutics from 2019 to 2021, where she further developed her expertise in cardiac research.
Education and Expertise
Amara Greer Short holds a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering from Washington State University, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She later pursued her Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Her academic background has equipped her with extensive knowledge in cardiac research, specifically in drug therapies for heart failure and arrhythmogenesis.
Background in Research
Amara Greer Short has a diverse research background, having worked in various academic and research institutions. She served as a Research Graduate Assistant and Ph.D. Candidate at Virginia Tech from 2012 to 2016. Following this, she was a Postdoctoral Fellow at The Ohio State University from 2016 to 2019, focusing on heart failure and arrhythmias. Earlier in her career, she gained research experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Washington State University from 2009 to 2011.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Amara Greer Short has utilized MATLAB for signal processing and device control in her research projects. Her work involves designing artificial intelligence systems, conducting statistical analyses, and performing data format conversions. She has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop research plans, execute experiments, and communicate results effectively with R&D teams, senior leadership, and external collaborators.
Research Experience at Washington State University
Amara Greer Short began her research career at Washington State University, where she participated in the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program in 2008 for two months. During her undergraduate studies, she worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from 2009 to 2011, contributing to various projects and gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field of bioengineering.