Neuroengineering Consultant & Interim Executive: Expert in Brain Implant Technologies & MEMS Sensor Design

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Summary

This Neuroengineering Consultant & Interim Executive is a seasoned biomedical engineer with over 15 years of expertise in neuro-engineering and brain implant technologies. Dr. Gabran is one of the pioneering researchers in neuroengineering, focusing on brain electrode technologies. As a research scientist and program manager, he led the development of the Waterloo Array—a groundbreaking 3D flexible multi-array brain probe that earned national recognition. His work on the Waterloo Array significantly impacted the medical community. The technology was adopted by leading research institutions, including the Krembil Neuroscience Institute and The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto, to advance treatments for epilepsy. At Novela Neurotechnology, he helped commercialize an integrated neural interface platform. The system enables simultaneous brain signal recording and stimulation, with real-time data streaming to a cloud platform for remote monitoring and research animal management.    

 

Highlights 

  • Neuroengineering 
  • Brain Electrode Technologies 
  • Microsystem Design 
  • Sensors for DBS, EEG, ECG, and EMG 
  • Flexible Brain Implants 
  • Scalable nano and micro-fabrication processes 
  • MEMS sensors
  • PCB Design 
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Medical Device Product Development  
  • Embedded System Development 
  • Photolithography, micro-replication and wet and dry etching processes 
  • PCB Design 

Relevant Accomplishments 

  • Designed and developed award-winning 3D flexible brain probes, instrumental in advancing treatments for motor disorders and epilepsy. These innovations contributed directly to clinical research conducted at leading neuroscience institutes. Designed and qualified an award-winning technology for flexible brain implants that improved electrical performance by 6400x compared to competitive technologies.  Implants were used with partners in the Hospital of SickKids to successfully develop a treatment for epilepsy on live animals.  
  • Conceptualized and engineered a revolutionary active neural interfacing platform. This system replaces traditional benchtop setups with a compact implantable and wearable solution—delivering a fraction of the cost. It supports real-time acquisition, stimulation, and processing of neural signals from multiple research animals, with integrated cloud-based data management and remote control capabilities. 
  • Conducted research and engineering work for novel and scalable technologies for ECoG, deep brain stimulation (DBS), and nerve cuff electrodes.  
  • Developed a range of wearable and health-monitoring prototypes and products, including: handsfree continuous ECG recording, wellness and activity tracking (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure), driver vigilance monitoring systems, smart contact lenses, stress level monitoring, wireless high-rate physiological data acquisition, high-risk pregnancy monitoring solutions. 
  • Designed and qualified award-winning technology for MEMS flexible sensors for wearable and medical applications.  Work included scalable nano and micro-fabrication processes for the fabrication and production of MEMS sensors, flexible circuits, and OLED applications.  
  • Created and produced high performance sensors for EEG, ECG, EMG and Deep Brain Stimulation. 
  • Redesigned and optimized MEMS sensor test and characterization scripts, achieving a 300x increase in throughput for IMUs, gyroscopes, and accelerometers. 
  • Developed advanced noise analysis scripts for MEMS sensors, utilizing Matlab, Python, C#, and NI PXI, leading to improved sensor performance evaluation.  
  • Designed and qualified MEMS IMU modules for AR/VR and head-mounted display (HMD) applications, ensuring precision and stability in dynamic environments. 
  • Worked on high-end consumer market projects for Apple, Microsoft, and Google, contributing to cutting-edge MEMS sensor technologies. 
  • Led multiple new product integration projects as Project Owner, managing consumer and automotive MEMS sensor development from concept to production. 
  • Designed and launched new product line for consumer electronics MEMS pressure sensors. ▪ Developed microfabrication processes and test/characterization protocols for MEMS sensors, ensuring high performance and scalability. 
  • Led the design and prototyping of MEMS pressure sensors for medical devices and automotive applications, focusing on accuracy, reliability, and compliance with industry standards. 
  • Executed FMEA and enhanced automated design, simulation, and testing workflows, optimizing ANSYS-based sensor modeling and LabView-driven test setups for streamlined validation. 
  • Managed cross-functional projects, collaborating with design and foundry teams to evaluate and integrate new sensor technologies for performance improvements. 
  • Led the design and launch of a groundbreaking multi-channel wireless brain interfacing platform for closed-loop applications, reducing cost by 200x and replacing rack-based systems with portable platforms. 
  • Designed and implemented scalable, high-throughput microfabrication and assembly processes for MEMS sensor modules, optimizing cost and production yield. 
  • Established and led 4 engineering teams and managed 6 interdisciplinary research groups across engineering and medical domains. 
  • Directed FMEA, DFM, CM, and preclinical animal testing. o Built and managed strategic academic and industry partnerships across North America, Europe, and the Middle East. 
  • Designed MEMS sensors, signal pre-processing, sensor fusion, and validation frameworks. 
  • Led high-speed PCB design, embedded system development, BMS, and wireless data communication.  Developed microfabrication/nano-post-processing techniques for MEMS sensor production. 

Roles 

  • Principal Embedded Systems Lead 
  • Staff Engineer Human Machine Interaction R&D 
  • Director of Engineering 
  • Senior Engineer MEMS Sensor Design 

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