Spotlight Stories
Feb 02, 2026
Industrial PhD Using AI to Optimize Healthcare Systems
Souri Sasanfar, currently pursuing a PhD in industrial engineering, recently completed an internship at Apploi, who creates a healthcare hiring program. This placement was possible by the LEADERs program, and Sasanfar reflects on the valuable skills learned from the course and how they were applied during her internship.
Jan 30, 2026
Taking Chances and Discovery with Adarsh Salagame
Adarsh Salagame, PhD ’27, computer engineering, works in the Silicon Synapse Lab at Northeastern. After discovering the expansive applications of robotics research, Salagame continues to explore all aspects of robotic systems, feeding his drive for success in the field.
Jan 27, 2026
AI Innovation Through Diverse Collaboration
Tooba Imtiaz, PhD ’27, electrical engineering, is currently working at the Machine Learning Lab at Northeastern. With her skills, publications, and experience, Imtiaz will continue to research new innovations in the ever-evolving field of artificial intelligence.
Jan 23, 2026
Developing Purposeful Projects at Volvo
Anuj Pawar, MS’25, engineering management, has been interested in working in the automotive industry for as long as he can remember. Ready to build upon his existing knowledge and take a leap towards his career aspirations, he pursued a master’s degree at Northeastern. Anuj’s MS in engineering management has provided leadership and technical skills to make him a successful project manager in the automotive industry.
Jan 22, 2026
Driven by Impact: A Bioengineering Researcher’s Story
Mahsa Karamzadeh, PhD ’27, bioengineering, blends her passion for engineering and call to service to fuel her research. Recently, Karamzadeh and her team published their study on Chiari Type 1 patients in the Magnetic Resonance Imaging journal.
Jan 21, 2026
Motivation Leads to Action for Sydnie Bayles
Sydnie Bayles, BS’26, chemical engineering, has brought her love for science and philanthropy to Northeastern, participating in many co-ops and extracurriculars. Recently, Bayles and her lab partner, Marissa Darcangelo, garnered a first-place award presenting their research at AIChE 2025.
Jan 20, 2026
Transforming Specialized Research into Medical Device Innovation
Zhengxuan Wei, PhD ’26, mechanical engineering, creates insightful medical innovations and protocols at Fresenius Medical Care through his placement from the LEADERs program.
Jan 20, 2026
Achievements and Impact with Aashna Mahurkar
Aashna Mahurkar, BS’26, bioengineering, explores her passion for service and interest in medical devices throughout her studies at Northeastern. Recently, Mahurkar and her team won first place in the Fall 2025 Capstone Cup for bioengineering.