The Tearney Lab is a multidisciplinary team driving innovation in medical imaging. Our diverse group of students, engineers, postdocs, and clinicians develops and validates cutting-edge technologies from concept to clinical use. With expert engineering, pioneering clinical trials, and strong ties to MGH and leading institutions, we’re rapidly translating breakthroughs to improve healthcare worldwide.
The Tearney Lab Team
Research Fellows
Our Research Fellows are experts in medical imaging, driving innovation and pushing boundaries in research. With diverse backgrounds and a passion for discovery, they play a key role in shaping the lab’s cutting-edge projects and mentoring the next generation of scientists.
Eva Gavgiotaki,
Research Fellow
David Otuya,
Research Fellow
Hinnerk Schulz-Hildebrandt,
Instructor
Du-Ri Song,
Research Fellow
Praveenbalaji Rajendran,
Research Fellow
Huijuan Zhang,
Research Fellow
Engineering Team
A diverse group of engineers focused on creating innovative solutions that support and enhance our lab’s projects. They combine expertise, creativity, and teamwork to drive progress.
Lindsay Ambrosino,
Electrical Engineer
Matthew Beatty,
Director of Product Development
Nicholas Dechene,
Research, Manufacturing Engineer
Eddie Farewell,
Manufacturing Engineer
Pavel Hernandez Mendoza,
Manufacturing Engineer
Aditya Kumar,
Senior Research and Design Engineer
Abi Srinivas,
Manufacturing Engineer
Jordan Rabinowitz,
Optical Engineer
Sung-Bin Yun,
Manufacturing Engineer
Clinical – Regulatory and Quality Team
Our Clinical – Regulatory team ensures compliance and drives efficiency in our lab. Specializing in clinical research, they navigate complex regulatory requirements to support the successful execution of studies, turning research into impactful, real-world solutions for patients. Our Quality Specialist ensures that every process meets the highest standards. They are dedicated to maintaining excellence through rigorous testing, continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance. Their commitment to quality drives our success and ensures that we deliver outstanding results every time.
Nitasha Bhat,
Clinical Research Project Coordinator
Anita Chung,
Research Study Nurse
Catriona Grant,
Director of Clinical & Regulatory Affairs
Juleen Guoy,
Research Study Nurse
Genevieve Lamphier,
Clinical Research Coordinator I
Tara Lignelli, QA Specialist
Project Managers
Central to our success, our Project Managers lead and organize every phase of our projects. They oversee team coordination, manage timelines, and ensure efficient execution, delivering results that meet both scope and deadlines. Their strategic approach drives projects to completion with precision and impact.
Alissa Cirio,
Project Coordinator
Lillian Wang
Administrative Team
The backbone of our operations, the Administrative Team ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. They manage day-to-day tasks, streamline processes, and provide essential support to keep the team focused and productive. Their efficiency and organization are key to our success.
Sarita Mukhiya, Staff Assistant III
Anxhela Nicko, Staff Assistant III
Students
Our students bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the team. As eager learners and emerging researchers, they contribute to projects, collaborate with experts, and help drive forward our work. Their curiosity and passion fuel our mission and ensure that new talent continues to shape the future of research.
Madelyn Hoying,
Graduate Student (MIT)
Daniel Magley,
Graduate Student (Harvard-MIT HST Program)
Ashley Qu,
Graduate Student (MIT)
Research Team
Mireille Rosenberg, Consultant
Mohini Lutchman, Non-Employee Researcher
Joe Gardecki, Senior Research Scientist