MM MIHIR MADHAPARIA

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Work Experience

[ 07 ENTRIES ]
JAN 2026 — PRESENTNeural interfaces & regenerative systems

University of Minnesota Medical School, Dept. of Neurosurgery

Researcher II

  • Engineered 3D-printed neural scaffolds and conductive adhesive flexible electronics, optimizing flexibility and tissue adhesion for biological interfaces.
  • Designed and verified electromechanical systems, including a NeuroNexus-based setup for EEG detection and electrical stimulation supporting implantable neurostimulator development.
  • Conducted rodent laminectomy trials to collect and analyze neuromodulation data validating neural pathway restoration and tissue-sensor interfaces.
  • Led development of pulse and regional oximetry devices for vascular flow detection in spinal and cerebral regions.
  • Pioneered 3D bioprinting workflows using machine learning correction methods to improve stem cell extrusion precision by more than 62 percent.
  • Directed end-to-end product development of an implantable spinal window imaging device, including CAD, prototyping, and materials decisions.
  • Completed risk analysis and ANSYS structural evaluations to prevent post-implantation buckling under physiological loads.
JAN 2025 — PRESENTStartup product development

SwiftZip LLC

R&D Engineer / Co-Founder

  • Spearhead full-lifecycle R&D for a novel surgical suture alternative from concept exploration to design transfer and manufacturing implementation.
  • Execute design verification and test method validation by writing protocols, running tests, analyzing data, and producing formal verification reports.
  • Develop and maintain risk files and design-control documentation in compliance with ISO 13485, ISO 14971, and FDA 21 CFR Part 820.
  • Collaborate with surgeons and cross-functional teams to evaluate concepts through cadaveric testing and guide clinically informed design revisions.
MAY 2024 — AUG 2024Clinical research & quality

Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN

Research and Quality Intern

  • Coordinated and conducted clinical studies investigating variability in drug effectiveness using statistical analysis to identify drivers of patient outcomes.
  • Redesigned clinical trial consent protocols with visual aids in Unity, improving candidate engagement and simplifying complex information.
  • Streamlined clinical workflows and investigated documentation gaps through process mapping to support ethical compliance and reliable reporting.
JAN 2024 — MAY 2024Teaching & mentorship

Mechanical Engineering Dept., University of Minnesota

Teaching Assistant — ME 3281: System Dynamics & Controls

  • Developed structured learning materials to reinforce lecture content and support deeper student comprehension.
  • Organized discussions to help students understand course material and complete assigned tasks.
  • Graded assignments and examinations, offering detailed feedback to guide student improvement.
JAN 2024 — MAY 2024Teaching & mentorship

Computer Science & Engineering Dept., University of Minnesota

Teaching Assistant — CSCI 1113: Intro to C/C++ for Scientists & Engineers

  • Organized lab sections to help students develop practical programming skills grounded in classroom content.
  • Led tutoring sessions to reinforce learning and connect students to support resources.
  • Graded assignments and examinations with detailed feedback to maximize student growth.
JAN 2023 — DEC 2023Structural heart R&D

Abbott Laboratories, Structural Heart, St. Paul, MN

R&D Engineer Co-op

  • Managed post-market complaint investigations and issue escalations for the Trifecta GT valve, identifying root causes through failure analysis.
  • Executed design assurance testing and design verification for the Epic MAX valve, coordinating technicians around performance and reliability requirements.
  • Maintained and updated product risk files, including FMEA inputs, complaint statistics, and change-order collaboration.
  • Developed reliability studies using Minitab and design of experiments to analyze product and process variables.
  • Re-engineered electromechanical components to reduce production operator time by 18 percent and improve statistical process control.
  • Guided technicians and interns through new test method validations, accelerating development timelines by 45 percent.
JUN 2022 — JUL 2022Innovation & IP strategy

Earl Bakken Medical Device Center, University of Minnesota

Project Engineering Intern

  • Innovated and implemented a new medical device with peers and a practicing surgeon, improving ICU equipment maneuverability in emergency settings.
  • Collaborated with medical and legal professionals to optimize prototyping and perform SWOT analyses and IP landscape work for patent evaluation.
MAY 2021 — AUG 2021Structural engineering

Superfit Steelcon Ltd., Nairobi, Kenya

Structural Engineer Intern

  • Organized engineering drawings of steel structure assemblies from AutoCAD and Tekla Structures prior to fabrication.
  • Designed workflow processes to fabricate steel beams efficiently and allocate resources to meet project deadlines.
  • Met with clients, engineers, and subcontractors to draft contracts and inter-party agreements.