ADAM ORENDAIN

418 College Main Apt#125, College Station, Texas, 77840

(520) 245-0602 orendain@tamu.edu
EDUCATION AND HONORS
Texas A&M, College Station, TX
Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, 2014 - Present
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, May 2014
Emphasis on Math and Chemistry
Major GPA: 3.531
Deans List 4 semesters, Academic Year Academic Distinction 2 years
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Biomedical Device Laboratory, Texas A&M, June 2014 Present
Evaluate device designs for treating abdominal aortic aneurysms by prototyping models.
Minority Access to Research Careers (MARC) Trainee, University of Arizona, June 2012 May 2014
Fabricate, characterize, and evaluate biopolymer scaffolds for their use in vascular applications.
Utilize scanning electron microscopy to analyze micron and sub-micron fiber topology of scaffolds.
Evaluate scaffold biocompatibility, degradation rates, and drug delivery with an ex ovo chick model.
Second place presentation winner and travel award winner for More Graduate Education at Mountain
States Alliance (MGE@MSA) research conference in March 2013.
CLARITY Senior Design Project, University of Arizona, August 2013 May 2014
Coordinate and collaborate with project sponsor and design team to optimize a protocol, termed
CLARITY, which renders tissue transparent.
Develop system requirements, novel designs, and outreach to scientific community to refine and make
reproducible the CLARITY process.
Summer Training Academy for Research Intern, University of California San Diego, June August 2013
Developed software in MATLAB to analyze and automate the electroanalytical technique of cyclic
voltammetry in order to evaluate electrochemical biosensor prototypes.
PUBLICATION
Orendain, A, Francisco Carrasco,J., Peyman, G.,Enikov, ET. "Evaluation of Electro-Spun Tubular Scaffolds to Create an
Anastomosis Using the CAM Assay", Proceedings of ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress &
Exposition, November 15-21, 2013, San Diego, California, Paper IMECE2013-64687.
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
University of California San Diego Summer Research Conference, University of California San Diego.
San Diego, CA (August 2013)
More Graduate Education at Mountain States Alliance (MGE@MSA)/Western Alliance to Expand
Student Opportunities (WAESO) Research Conference Poster Presentation, Arizona State University.
Tempe, AZ (March 2013)
24th Undergraduate Biology Research Program (UBRP) Conference Poster Presentation, University of
Arizona. Tucson, AZ (February 2013)
Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS) Poster Presentation, San
Jose, CA (November 2013)
University of Arizona 1st Annual Biomedical Engineering Design Day Poster Presentation, University of
Arizona. Tucson, AZ (October 2013)

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Undergraduate Research Opportunity Consortium (UROC) Poster Presentation, University of Arizona.
Tucson, AZ (August 2012)
Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC) Student Showcase, University of Arizona. Tucson,
AZ (November 2013)
RELEVANT SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Technical
MATLAB, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, C-programming, MestrReNova, SolidWorks.
Science
Experience with thin layer and column chromatography, developing and analyzing IR and NMR
spectrums, chemical lab safety, serial dilutions, electrophoresis, device prototyping, and device screening.
Certifications
Bloodborne pathogens training, general laboratory chemical safety training, several Collaborative
Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) certificates including Biomedical Responsible Conduct of
Research, pharmacy technician certified.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Shape Memory Therapeutics, College Station, TX, June 2014 Present
Assist team translating devices to treat abdominal aortic aneurysm endoleaks by screening devices using
PDMS-based models of aneurysms.
Pharmacy Technician, Tucson, AZ, August 2013 February 2014
Assist pharmacist by inputting patient data and prescription information, filling prescriptions, interfacing
with customers, and processing insurance claims.
Preceptor, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, August 2011 December 2011
Demonstrated communication skills by presenting lessons regarding globalization to students.
Assisted instructor with the development of lesson plans and grading assignments, projects, and quizzes.
INVOLVEMENT
Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES), Member, August 2013 Present
Participate in meetings and serve as mentor for undergraduate students.
Community Justice Board (CJB), Pima County Attorneys Office, Member, August 2012 June 2013
Facilitated and recorded weekly conferences in order to divert arrested youth from crime.
Assigned and oversaw remedial consequences for youth following a restorative justice model.
Arizona Blue Chip Program, Member, August 2009 May 2013
Studied leadership models and applied leadership skills through experiential activities such as planning
and facilitating presentations, attending retreats, and performing community service.
University of Arizona Pre-Med Program, Volunteer, May 2012 February 2013
Observed emergency procedures, handled medical equipment, and communicated with patients and staff
to improve quality of care and gain clinical experience.
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), Member, January 2011 January 2013
Improved leadership and career skills through industry-led workshops, outreach events, and mentoring
opportunities
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