Syed Wahaaj Ali Rizvi

Experience

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  Mathlers Society

  May 2016 - Sept 2016

  Mathematics Coach

  Mathler's society develops mathematical insight among young students by merging maths with sports. Developed content and organized mathematics competitions.Visited multiple schools in Karachi for coaching of Mathlers Book.

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  Pfizer

  Jun 2016 - Jul 2016

  Engineering Intern

  Supported senior engineers in inspection of medicine manufacturing facilities, ensuring compliance with quality standards and operational protocols.Monitored conductivity for the de-Ionization plant, and temperature/humidity of production area.

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  Chung-Ang University

  Aug 2017 - Aug 2019

  Graduate Research Assistant

  Worked as a Graduate Research Assistant in System Design and Advanced Composite (SDAC) Lab under the supervision of Prof. Seung Hwan ChangDeveloped manufacturing processes and performed mechanical and in vitro degradation testing of various biodegradable polymer based composite systems for orthopedic applications.Developed biodegradable composite systems including 1) fluoride coated magnesium wires reinforced with PLA polymer 2) hybrid composites of Mg wires/Bioglass fiber/PLA polymer.Published 3 Q1 journal publications as first author and presented in 2 Korean conferences. Show less

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  IMDEA Materials

  Oct 2019 - Jul 2023

  Ph.D. Researcher

  Developed bioabsorbable trauma plate of Magnesium wires reinforced polymer composite in Ph.D. project, including materials and manufacturing process development, material characterization and prototype development. Performed extensive mechanical testing, conducted in vitro degradation experiments and assessed biological safety of variety of biomaterials such as, metal wires, polymer composites, ceramic coatings for medical devices according to standards.Designed and implemented experimental methodologies, prepared protocols, and collaborated with a cross functional team. Show less

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  Meotec GmbH

  Apr 2020 - Jul 2021

  Visiting Researcher

  Industrial secondment of 18 months during Marie Curie ITN fellowship in R&D department of medical device company.Developed award-winning scalable technology of Continuous Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation (C-PEO) for seamless coating of bioabsorbable magnesium wires, enabling their medical devices.Designed the metallic wire drawing bench to manufacture thin magnesium wires of wide range in diameters.Improved the mechanical and corrosion behaviour of magnesium wires by optimizing heat-treatment and coating conditions. Show less

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  University of Galway

  Apr 2024 - now

  Postdoctoral Researcher

  Point-of-contact in the engineering department for X-ray based nano-CT imaging system (Zeiss Xradia 620) to analyze various materials including, bone, hydrogels, biomedical sensors, etc.Leading the research to understand the effect of Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) on animal bones by mechanical testing and micro/nano structural characterization of bone tissues.Prepared and successfully submitted research proposals to various funding agencies on human cell based 3D in vitro bone models, advancing the understanding of bone diseases and fragility.Providing mentorship to graduate students and establishing international collaborations to advance R&D projects. Show less