Welcome to my Academic Portfolio!
This repository highlights a collection of my academic projects, including technical writing, lab reports, essays, and code-based work.
It serves as a showcase of my skills in research, analysis, documentation, and problem-solving across different disciplines.
Each folder represents a separate project or type of work. Inside, you’ll find the main deliverables (PDFs, Word docs, or code) along with supporting materials such as images, datasets, or references.
This project documented the design and construction of a photoplethysmography (PPG) device, focusing on technical communication and experimental reporting. The work included both the hardware build and detailed documentation of the analysis methodology.
- Hardware: myDAQ device, oscilloscope
- Analysis: Waveform data collection and signal processing
- Documentation: Technical lab report with figures, tables, and performance metrics
- Final Report: Makayla_Quinn_2320_Final_Project.pdf
- Authored a structured, professional technical report detailing device design and test results
- Created visualizations of waveform performance for clarity
- Communicated experimental findings to both engineering peers and academic audiences
- Technical Writing & Engineering Documentation
- Data Analysis & Visualization
- Clear Communication of Experimental Results
This project focused on documenting research into the relationship between collagen stiffness and cardiovascular conditions.
The main goal was to translate complex laboratory findings into a clear, accessible technical report while developing reproducible laboratory protocols for hydrogel stiffness control in cell culture applications.
- Laboratory Techniques: Hydrogel preparation, stiffness control protocols
- Research Focus: Collagen stiffness effects on cardiovascular-related conditions
- Documentation: Technical writing of lab findings, protocol development, research summaries
- Final Report: BMEN 5210 Final Lab Report_MQ.pdf
- Authored detailed protocol documentation to ensure reproducibility of hydrogel stiffness experiments in lab report
- Translated technical data and lab findings into audience-friendly scientific reports
- Communicated biomedical engineering research in a clear, structured, and professional format
- Research Communication & Technical Writing
- Protocol Development & Documentation
- Translation of Lab Findings into Accessible Reports
This portfolio demonstrates my ability to:
- Write and edit clear, audience-focused technical documentation.
- Conduct research and present findings in a professional format.
- Develop and explain code to support academic and engineering projects.
- Communicate complex ideas in both technical and non-technical writing.
If you’d like to learn more about my work, connect with me here:
- LinkedIn: [www.linkedin.com/in/makayla-quinn]