Phase II

This Subteam is in the second year of the competition submission process. Over the course of the year, the team will work on finalizing its project design, developing a prototype, and conducting sufficient testing. Testing and prototyping includes working in multiple labs throughout the year in order to go through the multiple iterations of the project. The team will also compile a thorough economic analysis of its final project. By the end of the Spring semester, this team will have developed a moderately functional prototype and will submit their completed 10-page report and 3-minute video to the VentureWell DEBUT competition!


Phase 2A

Genevieve is a senior majoring in Biomedical Engineering and Cognitive Science. In compliment to DEBUT she is in the Affect and Cognition Lab studying neuro-degeneration and stimulation. She enjoys metaphysics, theology, and neuro-psychology. In her free time, she plays the guitar and is currently learning Vienna by Billy Joel.

Genevieve Wager
Phase 1A Project Manager

Julia is a senior majoring in biomedical engineering with a minor in entrepreneurship. She is originally from Boca Raton, Florida and enjoys baking and graphic art. In addition to DEBUT, Julia is a member of the Lewis Lab and a Cornell Meinig Scholar. 

Julia Horn
Senior Research & Development Analyst

Jared Ilan
Research & Development Analyst

Lauren is a junior majoring in biomedical engineering with a minor in computer science. She is originally from Kinnelon, New Jersey and enjoys reading, rock climbing, and matcha lattes. Outside of DEBUT, she is a part of the Cornell Raptor Program, works at Olin/Uris, and is a part of the Butcher Lab.

Lauren Lee
Senior Research & Development Analyst

Mary is a junior majoring in biomedical engineering with a minor in nutrition on the MD/PhD track. Mary is from Washington, DC. In addition to playing the violin, she takes pleasure in cooking, watching sunsets, and lifting. Alongside her involvement in DEBUT, Mary is a researcher with the NASA Space Consortium, contributing to genomics research, and holds the title as a Ronald E. McNair Scholar.

Mary Bellakbira
Research & Development Analyst

Sahaar Khoja
Research & Development Analyst

Ian Vann is a sophomore studying Chemical Engineer from Fair Lawn, NJ. Ian is passionate about the intersection between healthcare and engineering and am interested in drug development and pharmaceuticals. His hobbies include long-distance running, basketball, and cooking.

Ian Vann
Research & Development Analyst

Paige is a sophomore from Weston, CT studying biomedical engineering. She is interested in biomedical instrumentation and hopes to pursue a minor in business. In her free time, Paige enjoys going for a run, skiing, and spending time with friends.

Paige Cobrin
Research & Development Analyst

Elizabeth is a sophomore at the College of Engineering majoring in either computer science or biomedical engineering. She is from New York City and enjoys dancing, hiking, cooking, swimming, and reading. In addition to DEBUT, she is on the events committee of the Society of Women Engineers.

Elizabeth Paperno
Research & Development Analyst

Sally is a sophomore majoring in biomedical engineering with a minor in computer science. She is originally from Salt Lake City, Utah and enjoys dance, astronomy, and watching olympic gymnastics.

Sally Scofield
Research & Development Analyst


Phase 2B

Natalina is a senior, originally from Scottsdale, Arizona,  majoring in computer science. Along with DEBUT, she is involved in Greek life, a member of Assorted Aces, and Ballet & Books. In her free time, Natalina enjoys dancing, hiking, and weightlifting. 

Natalina Putrino
Phase 1B Project Manager

Ruth is a senior, majoring in biomedical engineering with a minors in anthropology and business. She is from Long Island, New York and enjoys writing poetry and watching anime. In addition to DEBUT, Ruth is involved in CURB, CURJ, NSBE and BMES.

Osaiyekemwen Ruth Ogbemudia
Research & Development Analyst

Saahil Joshi
Research & Development Analyst

Arya Patel
Research & Development Analyst

Jack is a senior from Berlin, Connecticut. He is majoring in biomedical engineering. Along with DEBUT, Jack is an undergraduate research assistant for the Schaffer Nishimura Lab researching closed loop optogenetics in Alzheimer's Disease. In his free time he likes going to Second Dam and spending time with friends.

Jack Letendre
Senior Research & Development Analyst

Sarah Jano
Research & Development Analyst

Molly is a sophomore majoring in Biomedical Engineering. She is originally from Wall, New Jersey and enjoys hiking, reading, and going to the beach. In addition to DEBUT, she is a member of the Society of Women Engineers Events Committee and the Biomedical Engineering Society.

Molly Matri
Research & Development Analyst

Nambita is a sophomore in arts and sciences with an interest in the intersection between chemistry, neuroscience, ethics, and technology. In addition to DEBUT, Nambita is involved with CURB, EARS, and the CU Healthcare Review. She is passionate about mental health and maternal advocacy. In her free time, she involves herself in Indian classical dance, art, and some Dungeons & Dragons.

Nambita Sahai
Research & Development Analyst

Sara is a senior majoring in biomedical engineering. She is originally from Long Island, New York. Other than DEBUT, Sara is a member of the Cornell Chinese Students Association, Biomedical Engineering Society, Kappa Phi Lambda Sorority, and the Putnam Lab.

Sara Lok
Research & Development Analyst

Dora John
Research & Development Analyst

Saaya is a sophomore in the College of Engineering. She is majoring in Computer Science, with a minor in Biomedical Engineering. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, crocheting, and going to concerts.

Saaya Nair
Research & Development Analyst

Arielle is a sophomore from Palm Beach Gardens, Florida and is majoring in Biological Engineering. She enjoys learning about neuroscience, and in her free time plays intramural volleyball at Cornell and likes to bake.

Arielle Schwarzberg
Research & Development Analyst