Neil Mitra

Neil Mitra is a highly driven and award-winning biomedical engineer and entrepreneur, recognized for his passion in developing innovative diagnostic tools. His motivation stems from a personal tragedy, leading him to found Mitra Biotechnologies, which aims to democratize affordable healthcare through nanomaterial-integrated biosensors for rapid and cost-effective disease detection. neilmitra+3

As a Presidential Scholar in Biomedical Engineering at UBC, Neil actively engages in advanced research and leadership roles. He has held internships at leading organizations like Midjourney, TNO, and UCLA, demonstrating a strong foundation in both academic and industrial settings, particularly in applied physics and microfabrication. neilmitra+1

Beyond his entrepreneurial and academic pursuits, Neil has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the Gold Medal Student Award from Engineers Canada, membership in the prestigious Masason Foundation, and being named a Global Teen Leader. He also holds a patent for a two-dimensional material-based paper microfluidic device, highlighting his innovative contributions to the field. masason-foundation+3