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Columbia Engineering PhD | Biomechanics & Scientific Writing
Daniella F.

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As a PhD-trained biomedical engineer and researcher, I love helping students build confidence and expertise in science, engineering, and technical writing. I am currently a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Southern California and earned my PhD and MS in Biomedical Engineering from Columbia University, where I specialized in the biomechanics of soft biological tissues. I also hold a BS in Bioengineering with a Minor in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University.

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As a PhD-trained biomedical engineer and researcher, I love helping students build confidence and expertise in science, engineering, and technical writing. I am currently a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Southern California and earned my PhD and MS in Biomedical Engineering from Columbia University, where I specialized in the biomechanics of soft biological tissues. I also hold a BS in Bioengineering with a Minor in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University.

My interdisciplinary training spans biomedical and mechanical engineering, with expertise in biomechanics, biology, anatomy & physiology, biomaterials, and tissue engineering. As a published scientist, I also have extensive experience with science communication and technical writing, including peer-reviewed manuscripts, book chapters, abstracts, and scientific presentations. During my PhD, I received two prestigious and competitive national scientific fellowships, including the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship and the NIH F31 Fellowship. I especially enjoy helping students strengthen their scientific writing, understand research literature, and communicate complex ideas clearly.

Teaching and mentoring students is another passion of mine. I have experience working with students from the high school through graduate level in classroom, laboratory, and one-on-one settings. At Columbia, I served as Head Teaching Assistant for Biomedical Engineering Lab I, Teaching Assistant for Solid Biomechanics, and Co-Instructor for a Biotechnology and Bioengineering course, where I developed course materials, taught practical laboratory skills and engineering concepts, and worked individually with students. I also love making science accessible beyond the university classroom and have enjoyed engaging in scientific outreach with elementary, middle, and high school students.

Whether you’re working through a challenging STEM course or developing your own scientific writing, I’d be happy to help you reach your goals!

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Education

Lehigh University
Bioengineering
Columbia University
Masters
Columbia University
PhD

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  • Hourly Rate: $75
  • Rate details: Rates may be flexible depending on the subject, session length, and frequency of lessons. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns! I’m happy to discuss pricing that works for us.
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Anatomy

Anatomy

I am a PhD-trained biomedical engineer with formal coursework in anatomy and physiology and extensive experience working with human tissues through biomedical research. My doctoral research involved close collaboration with physicians and regular time in the operating room collecting human reproductive tissues, giving me hands-on exposure to human anatomy alongside my academic training. My research has also required an in-depth understanding of tissue structure, function, and the relationship between anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics. I genuinely enjoy anatomy and love teaching it to others!
Biology

Biology

I am a PhD-trained biomedical engineer and active biomedical researcher with extensive academic and research experience in biology. My training spans cell and molecular biology, genetics, physiology, immunology, stem cell biology, reproductive biology, and tissue engineering, and I regularly apply biological principles in my research. My research experience includes developing stem cell-derived human organoids, studying cellular mechanobiology and immune responses, and investigating the structure and function of human reproductive tissues. I also have experience teaching biology and bioengineering concepts to high school and undergraduate students.
Biostatistics

Biostatistics

I am a PhD-trained biomedical engineer and active researcher who regularly uses biostatistics to analyze and interpret experimental data. My formal training includes two graduate-level biostatistics courses at Columbia University. I regularly use R, MATLAB, and GraphPad Prism for statistical analysis, data visualization, and interpretation of biomedical research data. I can help students understand statistical concepts, select and apply appropriate analyses, interpret their results, and communicate statistical findings clearly.
Career Development

Career Development

I hold a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Columbia University and am an active biomedical researcher at USC. I have firsthand experience navigating many stages of an academic STEM career, from finding research opportunities and applying to graduate school to securing fellowships and pursuing a career in research. I have mentored undergraduate and graduate students and enjoy helping students explore their interests, identify opportunities, and determine what steps will help them reach their goals. My own path has included research at several universities and medical institutions, as well as receiving NSF GRFP and NIH F31 fellowship funding. I’m happy to help with graduate school planning, research opportunities, CVs, applications, and navigating academic and research careers.
Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

I earned my PhD and MS in Biomedical Engineering from Columbia University and a BS in Bioengineering with a minor in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University. My doctoral research focused on the mechanical behavior of soft biological tissues, applying principles of solid mechanics, material characterization, and experimental mechanics to biomedical problems. I also served as a Teaching Assistant for Solid Biomechanics at Columbia, where I worked directly with students on mechanics and engineering concepts. My engineering coursework includes Advanced Continuum Biomechanics, Theory of Elasticity, Finite Element Analysis, Strength of Materials, and Engineering Mechanics, amongst others.
Personal Statements

Personal Statements

I earned my PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Columbia University and have successfully navigated competitive graduate admissions, research, and fellowship applications throughout my academic career. I received both the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship and NIH F31 Predoctoral Fellowship, giving me firsthand experience developing compelling written narratives about academic goals, research experience, and scientific impact. I can help students strengthen personal statements and statements of purpose for STEM graduate programs, research opportunities, and fellowships while preserving their individual experiences and authentic voice. My goal is to help students clearly communicate not only what they have accomplished, but why their experiences make them a strong candidate.
Physical Science

Physical Science

I hold a PhD and MS in Biomedical Engineering from Columbia University, as well as a BS in Bioengineering with a minor in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University. My academic training includes extensive coursework in physics, mechanics, materials science, chemistry, thermodynamics, and engineering, and I apply many of these principles regularly in my biomedical research. I have experience teaching science and engineering to students ranging from elementary and high school through the undergraduate level, including both classroom teaching and hands-on science outreach. I enjoy making physical science approachable by connecting abstract concepts to intuitive, real-world examples and helping students understand the reasoning behind the material.
Physiology

Physiology

I am a PhD-trained biomedical engineer with formal coursework in anatomy and physiology and extensive experience working with human tissues through biomedical research. My doctoral research involved close collaboration with physicians and regular time in the operating room collecting human reproductive tissues, giving me hands-on exposure to human anatomy alongside my academic training. My research has also required an in-depth understanding of tissue structure, function, and the relationship between anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics. I genuinely enjoy anatomy and love teaching it to others!
Proofreading

Proofreading

As a published scientist, I have extensive experience reviewing and refining scientific, academic, and technical writing. I have authored and co-authored peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters and regularly review manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, and other scientific materials for clarity, organization, grammar, and consistency. I also serve as a peer reviewer for scientific publications, which has given me experience critically evaluating both the content and communication of scientific work. I can help students polish their writing while preserving their ideas, meaning, and individual voice.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

As a biomedical researcher, I have extensive experience presenting complex scientific and technical material to audiences with a wide range of backgrounds. I have delivered research talks at national and international scientific conferences, including the Biomedical Engineering Society, Society for Reproductive Investigation, and Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering and Biotransport Conference. I also have experience teaching in classroom and laboratory settings at Columbia University, including a course of 60 high school students. I can help students develop clear, engaging presentations, communicate technical ideas effectively, prepare slides, and build confidence presenting their work to an audience.
Thesis Writing

Thesis Writing

I earned my PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Columbia University, where I wrote and defended a doctoral dissertation, titled "A Multiscale, Spatial Biomechanical Atlas of the Uterus in Pregnancy and Gynecologic Disease." I have extensive experience writing peer-reviewed manuscripts, book chapters, research proposals, abstracts, and scientific presentations. I was successfully awarded the NSF GRFP and NIH F31 fellowship during my PhD. I enjoy helping students develop a clear research narrative, strengthen scientific arguments, organize complex results, and communicate their work effectively while maintaining their own voice.
Writing

Writing

As a published scientist, I have extensive experience reviewing and refining scientific, academic, and technical writing. I have authored and co-authored peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters and regularly review manuscripts, abstracts, presentations, and other scientific materials for clarity, organization, grammar, and consistency. I also serve as a peer reviewer for scientific publications, which has given me experience critically evaluating both the content and communication of scientific work. I can help students polish their writing while preserving their ideas, meaning, and individual voice.
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