Patrick Chin

Position: Manufacturing Specialist
Area of Study: Master’s in Mechanical Engineering
Member Since:  October 2019
Science/Engineering Interests: In my research, I examine predictive maintenance, metal cutting dynamics, and applications for artificial intelligence. Innovative manufacturing requires that we be able to make more with less. Less waste, less effort, and less time. My interests revolve around these unique challenges of modern manufacturing.
Motivation: NEUDOSE provided an amazing opportunity to push my limits beyond a classroom. It's not every day that I get to build something that will fly to the ISS! Equally rewarding is the chance to work with a bright and passionate team of researchers; all-in on seeing our work soar.
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-chin-2975641b3

Angela Tollis

Position: Mechanical Structural Co-Lead
Area of Study: Level IV Mechanical Engineering & Society
Member Since:  November 2021
Science/Engineering Interests: Aerospace Engineering, Automation, Engineering Design, Robotics, Space Exploration, and Sustainability.
Motivation: As a future Mechanical Engineer who has been fascinated with space exploration from a young age, my dream is to apply my love for robotics and design to current space exploration efforts. Thus, before potentially working within the space field one day, I wanted to test drive this career path and work on projects that I believe are extremely fascinating. Since joining, I've loved working within the mechanical sub-team once as the Mechanical Drawing Specialist and now Mechanical Structural Co-Lead with Patrick! With our NEUDOSE mission coming to a close, I'm excited to work on what's next. Ad Astra Per Aspera, folks.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-tollis/

Michael Altali

Position: Mechanical Designer
Area of Study: Level IV B. Tech
Member Since:  November 2021
Science/Engineering Interests: Mechanical, Aerospace, Space and Astronomy
Motivation: I really want to contribute to the field of space and humanity's exploration/understanding of the universe
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-altali-b76ab7178/

Jonathan Densil

Position: Mechanical Thermal Team Leader
Area of Study: Level II Mechanical Engineering & Management
Member Since:  October 2018
Science/Engineering Interests: Fluid Dynamics and Thermodynamics, especially as it relates to the field of Aerospace Engineering. A deep-seated interest in Quantum Field Theory, for which I am taking elective courses on the side. Research and innovation in optimizing air and space travel to become safer, faster, and more efficient.
Motivation: The challenges overcome by engineers and scientists to explore the final frontier has been a great source of inspiration for me: men on the Moon; rovers on Mars; probes on Comets. When I heard that a team at McMaster was launching a satellite to advance the scientific field, I knew that I had to get involved. I thought that this kind of opportunity would only present itself at a much later stage in my life, but now, being able to solve problems, overcome challenges and finally see the satellite launch is beyond words. It is an honour and a privilege to be a part of McMaster University’s first Aerospace Program and Satellite Team, NEUDOSE.
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jonathandensil

Calvyn Siong

Position: Software Developer
Area of Study: Level II Software Engineering
Member Since: June 2021
Science/Engineering Interests: Web Development + Computing technology
Motivation: I want to improve my software development skills in a practical and interesting environment
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/calvyn-siong/

Muhammad Danyal Afzal

Position: Software Specialist
Area of Study: Level II Mechatronics Engineering
Member Since: November 2021
Science/Engineering Interests: Machine learning, AI
Motivation: I wanted to utilize my engineering and programming skills in a practical manner that will allow me to learn new things and contribute in a really cool project.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dafzal/

Adam Podolak

Position: Software Developer
Area of Study: Level II Software Engineering and Management
Member Since: February 2022
Science/Engineering Interests: Full Stack Development, Web Design, Data Science, Cyber Security, Machine Learning
Motivation: I joined McMaster NEUDOSE because I wanted to improve my software development skills and gain experience with full-stack development in a practical setting that makes great contributions to space exploration research.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adampodolak/

Yash Thanki

Position: Software Developer
Area of Study: Level III B.Tech Software Engineering Technology
Member Since: March 2022
Science/Engineering Interests: Space Technology / Artificial Intelligence / Web Development / Block-chain Technology
Motivation: I've always been curious about space ever since I was a little kid. I would daydream about galaxies and how big they are and try to comprehend their size in my brain but couldn't (of course). I think the very core questions about the existence of our planet and our species in general lie out there. I believe contributing to this team is my way of getting us one step closer. It will also help me learn a lot about this industry and would be my first step towards a (hopefully) long and meaningful career in the space industry.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yashthanki/

Dylan Matsuda

Position: Software Developer
Area of Study: Level IV Engineering Physics and Society
Member Since: May 2022
Science/Engineering Interests: AI, Lasers, Optics
Motivation: I wanted to keep applying my programming skills outside of the classroom setting and collaborate with other equally driven students.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylanmatsuda/

Connor Chandran

Position: Payload Co-Team Team Lead
Area of Study: Level VI Electrical Engineering and Management
Member Since:  May 2020
Science/Engineering Interests:  Aerospace Engineering, PCB design, firmware development, satellite technology, climate science, Microcontrollers, FPGAs, ASIC design, analog and digital circuit design, radiation detector electronics
Motivation: I joined NEUDOSE as space has always been a large interest in my life, with few answered questions. I joined in order to learn more about space, the current state of space technology, as well as the development process to follow in order to send a CubeSat to space. Being a part of NEUDOSE has given me the opportunity to be a part of a technically challenging team, where I would be able to learn more technical skills used in engineering practice and hopefully future space exploration missions.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connor-chandran/

Graham Power

Position: Payload Co-Team Leader
Area of Study: Level III Mechatronics Engineering
Member Since: January 2020
Science/Engineering Interests: My interests lie in embedded programming for autonomous and robotic applications, low-level graphics programming (OpenGL, Vulkan), and graphics engine development.
Motivation: Writing firmware for satellites is one of the most challenging tasks for any firmware engineer. I joined NEUDOSE for the opportunity to hone my firmware writing skills in this challenging environment and to help make an impact in the future of the Canadian space industry.
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/gnpower

Xingzhi Cheng

Position: Instrument Scientist & Firmware engineer
Area of Study: PhD Medical Physics
Member Since:  Jan 2019
Science/Engineering Interests:  Ultra-thin ScCVD Diamond detector; Digital coincidence beta-ray detection system
Motivation: Work with NEUDOSE project gives me a great opportunity to apply my strengths and learn so many new things
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/xingzhi-cheng-7a7849116

Michael Shi

Position: Software Developer
Area of Study: Level II Engineering
Member Since: December 2021
Science/Engineering Interests: Augmented Reality, Algorithms, Development Automation, Software Architecture
Motivation: To gain experience from working in a large technical team while applying my skills to a significant project.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/icecapped/

Ruoyu Sun

Position: Instrument Scientist
Area of Study: Master's Radiation Sciences - Medical Physics
Member Since: March 2020
Science/Engineering Interests: Beta spectroscopy, Detector development, Space environment
Motivation: The universe has always attracted me, and it is interesting to connect what I have learned with it. It is a great opportunity to work with outstanding people and contribute to the exploration of space.
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ruoyu-sun-a1a23b139/

Larysa Duda

Position: Payload Instrument Scientist
Area of Study: Level IV Medical & Biological Physics
Member Since:  May 2022
Science/Engineering Interests: Radiation Detection, Medical Physics, Nuclear Physics, Data Science, Biophotonics, Health Physics, Radiopharmaceuticals
Motivation: I have been interested in radiation physics for a number of years and the prospect of better understanding the radiation dose contributions in space is really exciting. Joining NEUDOSE presented me with an amazing experience to learn more about radiation detectors, radiation calibration techniques and develop more technical skills, while also collaborating with skilled team members of diverse backgrounds. It is a truly out of this world opportunity to contribute to the future of space exploration.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larysaduda

Shyam Tanna

Position: Firmware Engineer
Area of Study: Level IV Mechatronics Engineering
Member Since:  July 2021
Science/Engineering Interests: Space, Software, Robotics
Motivation: I've always had a passion for space and engineering, and Neudose was the best way to learn more and contribute to the field
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shyamtanna/

Shrill Patel

Position: Software Specialist
Area of Study: Level III Software Engineering
Member Since:  March 2023
Science/Engineering Interests: Data Science, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Software Architecture, EV's, Space Exploration
Motivation: I wanted to join the McMaster NEUDOSE team because of my interest in space and the research going into expanding life outside of planet Earth. I also wanted to apply my software skills in a meaningful project while also growing my technical skills and I thought that NEUDOSE was the perfect place for this.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrill-patel/

Kristen Di Loreto

Position: Payload Mechanical Specialist
Area of Study: Level II Mechanical Engineering
Member Since:  February 2022
Science/Engineering Interests: I love making things. I chose to be a mechanical engineer so I could learn the technical knowledge to build anything I like. In my spare time, I love to explore building small-scale objects by learning new hobbies. Recently I tried sculpting and created some paper dolls, and in the past I have made things by knitting, crocheting and scratch building. In the future, I am excited to try whittling and needle felting.
Motivation: I am passionate about improving STEAM education, so when I found out that McMaster NEUDOSE was hiring a science communicator I knew I wanted to get involved. Being a science communicator is a role that will allow me to not only practice graphic design and learn about space, but also share my knowledge with other people.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris10d/

Hetanshu Pandya

Position: Webmaster
Area of Study: Level II Computer Science
Member Since:  July 2022
Science/Engineering Interests:  Software Development, Cyber Security, Embedded Programming and Software Design
Motivation: By being a part of the team as the webmaster, I can learn valuable skills related to web development and web management which aligns with my foremost passion of Computer Science. At the same time, I get to work with an amazing set of people and learn more about space exploration. We as humans have limited knowledge about the space which exists beyond our Earth. This mysterious aspect of the space exploration is what excited me the most about it and makes me want to learn more.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hetanshu-j-pandya/

Taren Ginter

Position: Operations Team Leader
Area of Study: Level IV Integrated Science (Physics Concentration)
Member Since:  March 2020
Science/Engineering Interests: I've always been passionate about scientific innovation and discovery, especially as it pertains to space and biology. Physics and life sciences are my favourite subjects, and I love research in these broad and fascinating subjects. I'm especially interested in space biology and understanding the connections between our scientific understanding on earth and what lies beyond our planet.
Motivation: I hope to play a role in research that helps us understand and explore beyond our earth. NEUDOSE is a team made up of eager and passionate members, and I'm excited to collaborate with them to pursue scientific advances. I also want to share my passion for science and research with members of the community that might not be as aware of this project occuring at McMaster. .
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/taren-ginter-29242a1a4/

ANGELINA LAM

Position: Graphic Designer/Photographer
Area of Study: Level III Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization
Member Since:  June 2020
Science/Engineering Interests: Space exploration, space health, medical physics, biomedical engineering, interdisciplinary science, and science communication!
Motivation: I am interested in space exploration and have always wanted to learn more about the field of space health and medical physics. I hope that as part of NEUDOSE, I can help this innovative initiative through science communication and media.

Allison Iun

Position: HR Manager
Area of Study: Level II Radiation Therapy
Member Since: June 2022
Science/Engineering Interests:  Space health, medical and biological physics, interdisciplinary science
Motivation: I am interested in radiation sciences—particularly the biological effects of radiation—and I hope to help play a role in research that will help improve radiological protection in human spaceflight.
LinkedIn:

MIKE THIBAULT

Position: Satellite Structure Specialist

Member:  January 2015 - May 2015

JONATHAN LA

Position: Electrical Power Specialist

Member:  January 2015 - August 2015

MOEEN MAMAPARO

Position: Embedded Systems Engineer

Member:  January 2015 - August 2015

TOMA CHICERMAN

Position: Attitude Control Specialist

Member:  January 2015 - September 2015

GREGORY DE LAUNAY

Position: Director of External Affairs

Member:  January 2015 - October 2015

BRANDON WAGSTAFF

Position: Communications Specialist

Member:  January 2015 - December 2015

EVAN THOMAS

Position: TEPC Development Specialist

Member:  January 2015 - January 2016

LINKUN CHEN

Position: Electrical Power Specialist

Member:  January 2015 - May 2016

CHRIS CIAMBELLA

Position: Satellite Structure Specialist

Member:  June 2015 - May 2016 

VINAYAK DESHPANDE

Position: TEPC Mechanical Specialist

Member:  January 2015 - May 2016

MILAN KORDIC

Position: TEPC Electronics Specialist

Member:  June 2015 - May 2016

ALEX OTTO

Position: ACD Specialist

Member Since:  January 2015 - May 2016

RICHARD GARNETT

Position: TEPC and Scintillation Specialist

Member:  June 2015 - September 2016

VANESSA KANG

Position: Groundstation Specialist

Member:  January 2015 - October 2016

ROBIN GOYAL

Position: Air Bearing Testbed Testing

Member:  January 2015 - December 2016

SPENCER DEEVY

Position: Embedded Systems Design Engineer, Software Lead

Member:  September 2015 - May 2017

Brian McCrindle

Position: Ground Station Specialist & ADCS Control Systems Specialist

Member: September 2016 - February 2018

NATHAN HUTTEN

Position: Ground Station Specialist

Member:  January 2017 - February 2018

ANTHONY MANSOUR

Position: Ground Station Specialist, Team Leader

Member: January 2017 - February 2018

Karanjeet panesar

Position: Ground Station Specialist

Member:  January 2017 - February 2018

AMANDA THOMAS

Position: Junior Electrical Power Specialist

Member: September 2017 - February 2018

DAWSON BONNEVILLE

Position: Orbital Analysis Specialist, Team Leader

Member: January 2015 - March 2018

Sanjana Raman

Position: Director of Relations
Member Since: September 2017 - May 2018

Christopher Cabral

Position: Embedded Systems Design Engineer; Scribe

Member: October 2016 - September 2018

ERICA DAO

Position: Operations Manager

Member: January 2015 - October 2018

Mitchell Kurnell

Position: Electrical Power Specialist, Team Leader

Member: January 2015 - October 2018

RYAN SCOTT

Position: Mechanical Specialist & Payload Support, Team Leader

Member: January 2015 - October 2018

AKIV JHIRAD

Position: Embedded Systems Design Engineer, Hardware Lead

Member: August 2015 - October 2018

Dana Murdoch

Position: Thermal Specialist

Member: May 2017 - October 2018

MATTHEW SPECIALE

Position: Junior Solar Systems Specialist

Member: May 2017 - October 2018

LIUBOV TROFIMOVA

Position: Junior Hardware Developer

Member: May 2017 - October 2018

TRENT DUNFORD

Position: Junior Communications Specialist

Member: September 2017 - October 2018

Zack Manesiotis

Position: Hardware Specialist

Member:  July 2018 - May 2019

Aaron Bruinsma

Position: Payload Team Member

Member:  September 2018 - August 2019

Luis Lopera

Position: Payload Team Leader

Member:  January 2015 - October 2019

James Warburton

Position: Embedded Systems Design Engineer, Team Lead

Member:  October 2016 - November 2019

Kyle JAckson

Position: Operations Manager

Member:  May 2017 - January 2020

Luis Tallavo

Position: Structural Specialist

Member:  September 2017 - February 2020

Williem Agnihotri

Position: Payload Hardware Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Sohaib Al-Emara

Position: EPS Team Lead

Member:  September 2017 - March 2020

Fatima Al-Emara

Position: EPS Specialist

Member:  September 2017 - March 2020

Michael Chang

Position: CDH Communications Firmware Specialist

Member:  May 2019 - March 2020

Maya Chepovetsky

Position: Digital Media Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Lisa CHTCHERBAKOVA

Position: EPS Scrum Master

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Bri Conn

Position: Finance Specialist, Ops Team Lead

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Jordan Cowan

Position: TEPC Digital Electronics Specialist

Member:  October 2016 - March 2020

Sehaz Dayal

Position: Payload Hardware Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Ben Dyer

Position: Thermal Specialist

Member:  August 2016 - March 2020

Liam Flannigan

Position: CDH Hardware Specialist

Member:  May 2017 - March 2020

Joel Haydyn

Position: Ground Station Firmware/Hardware Specialist

Member:  October 2018- March 2020

Malcolm Hodgins

Position: Payload Hardware Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Junbo Huang

Position: CDH Firmware Specialist

Member:  October 2018- March 2020

Hanna Koch

Position: Social Media Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Jay Koshy

Position: CDH Software Specialist

Member:  January 2018 - Match 2020

Khang Nguyen

Position: EPS Member

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Joe Perri

Position: Payload Firmware Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Samuel Prasad

Position: Payload Manufacturing Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Michael Pupulin

Position: Payload Data Mgmt Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Harvir Singh Parmar

Position: Manufacturing Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

Sebastian Simic

Position: Orbital Simulation Specialist

Member:  September 2017 - March 2020

Michael Stramenga

Position: Project Manager

Member:  September 2016 - March 2020

Jason Surendran

Position: Operations & Controls Specialist

Member:  July 2018 - March 2020

Chelsea Urquico

Position: TEMP Digital Electronics Specialist

Member:  October 2016 - March 2020

Niel Virani

Position: Mechanical Simulation Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2020

DEVIN BURKE

Position: Simulations and Data Management

Member: September 2018 - April 2020

BHAVESH KAKWANI

Position: Payload Firmware Leader

Member:  October 2015 - June 2020

julie inglis

Position: Thermal Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - July 2020

Mostafa Ayesh

Position: Embedded Firmware Specialist

Member:  September 2018 - August 2020

Thomas Domingo

Position: Firmware and Simulation Specialist

Member:  September 2018 - August 2020

veneta grigorova

Position: Firmware Specialist

Member:  April 2018 - August 2020

Devin Kleep

Position: Firmware Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - October 2020

Ruby Yee

Position: Thermal Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - October 2020

DEVAN WAGNER

Position: Engineering Manager/Co-Project Manager and Lead Systems Engineer

Member:  January 2015 - December 2020

ALEX MELNICHUK

Position: Webmaster

Member:  October 2016 - December 2020

mitchell Bakarich

Position: Webmaster

Member:  November 2017 - December 2020

HIRA NADEEM

Position: Operations Manager & Co-Project Manager

Member:  May 2017 - December 2020

Tvyaughn holness

Position: Solar Panel Specialist

Member:  July 2018 - December 2020

Juan Tallavo

Position: 3D CAD Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - March 2021

JUSTIN LO GIUDICE

Position: Software Specialist

Member:  April 2019 - March 2021

WILL DONALDSON

Position: Firmware Specialist

Member:  September 2017 - April 2021

YIH-CHYUAN HSIAO

Position: EPS Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - April 2021

DAMIEN SABLJAK

Position: Hardware Specialist

Member: October 2018 - April 2021

SHASHANK MANIKONDA

Position: Comms Member

Member:  July 2019 - April 2021

JOHN WYETH

Position: Firmware Specialist (Spece Segment)

Member:  May 2020 - April 2021

NATASHA VARGHESE

Position: Firmware Specialist (Spece Segment)

Member:  September 2020 - April 2021

TRAVIS RATNAHARAN

Position: Firmware Engineer

Member:  November 2019 - May 2021

RICARDO POLO

Position: Software Specialist

Member:  May 2020 - May 2021

ALEXANDER BAROVIER

Position: Orbital Team Leader

Member:  March 2019 - June 2021

MARC PETERS

Position: Manufacturing Specialist

Member:  December 2020 - June 2021

VERONICA MARTIN

Position: External Manager

Member:  January 2020 - July 2021

JOHN BARBERIZ

Position: Alumni Collaborator

Member:  January 2015 - August 2021

DIANA DUMITRESCU

Position: Manager and Systems Engineer

Member:  January 2018 - August 2021

PAULA BOSCA

Position: CDH Team Leader

Member:  September 2018 - August 2021

CHRISTOS LIACONIS

Position: Mechanical Team Leader

Member:  March 2019 - August 2021

DUA ALAM

Position: Thermal Design Specialist

Member:  March 2020 - August 2021

KASRA ABBASI

Position: Mechanical Specialist

Member:  May 2020 - August 2021

DIA MARTINEZ GRACEY

Position: Orbital Simulations Specialist

Member:  December 2020 - August 2021

KIERRA MCDOUGAL

Position: Operations Team Leader

Member:  August 2020 - September 2021

Keyang Mei

Position: Digital Media Specialist

Member:  October 2018 - May 2022

Nathen Mathew

Position: Firmware Specialist

Member:  June 2020 - February 2022

Bianca Ha

Position: Junior Solar Panel Specialist

Member: August 2021 - March 2022

Juliana onesi

Position: Mechanical Team Member

Member:  June 2020 - April 2022

alessia Di nardo

Position: Payload Team Member

Member:  September 2020 - May 2022

Arielle ainabe

Position: Electrical Engineer

Member:  September 2020 - September 2021

julian simeonov

Position: Structural Specialist

Member:  May 2020 - September 2022

Brendan Fallon

Position: Firmware/Software Engineer

Member:  May 2022 - November 2022

Adam Tyedmers

Position: Mechanical Thermal Specialist

Member:  March 2020 - January 2022

William Ward

Position: Embedded Software Specialist

Member:  January 2020 - July 2022

Alex Whyard

Position: Thermal Specialist

Member:  February 2020 - January 2022

Sam Baker

Position: FPGA/Hardware Specialist

Member:  October 2021 - August 2022

Bobby Tang

Position: Payload - Firmware

Member:  January 2020 - November 2022

gillian ford

Position: Ground Station Hardware Specialist

Member:  May 2020 - January 2022

Ayesha Siddiqi

Position:  Firmware Engineer

Member:  June 2020 - February 2023

Conor o’Reilly Juárez

Position: Payload Mechanical Specialist

Member:  December 2021 - March 2023