Ami Thakrar

Ami Thakrar is a graduate student researcher at Harvard University since January 2020, focused on advancing biological imaging through new tool development. Previously held roles include Senior Business Development Fellow at RA Capital Management in Summer 2024 and Venture Fellow at Pear VC from November 2023 to May 2024. Ami has clinical experience as a medical clerk in internal medicine and cardiology at Mount Auburn Hospital, conducting patient exams and assisting in care decisions. Educational background includes a PhD in Medical Engineering & Medical Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard Medical School, along with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. Notable previous positions include undergraduate researcher in various laboratories, internships focusing on biosensors, device design, and digital data analytics in both academic and industry settings.