Daniel Neal

Daniel Neal has an extensive work experience in the field of optical technology and diagnostics. Daniel started their career at Sandia National Laboratories where they served as a Senior Member of the Technical Staff and was responsible for the development of micro-optics for various applications. During their time there, they also worked on the development of a grating tracker for the Starfire Optical Range.

In 1996, Neal co-founded WaveFront Sciences, Inc, a company aimed at commercializing technologies from Sandia National Laboratories. As the Chief Technical Officer, they played a crucial role in the development of wavefront sensor technology based on micro-optics. Daniel successfully secured venture capital funding and successfully launched the company's first product.

After leaving WaveFront Sciences, Inc, Neal joined Abbott as a Research Fellow, where they served as the Chief Scientist and Technical Advisor. Their primary focus was on leading the diagnostics research team and providing technical guidance for the development of the iDesign wavefront aberrometer and combined topographer.

In 2007, Neal joined AMO as the Director of R&D, where they were responsible for the development of the iDesign instrument. Daniel led a technical team and developed a novel topographer concept with improved accuracy and integrated Lasik treatment planning.

Neal then joined Johnson & Johnson Vision in 2017 as a Research Fellow. During their time there, they managed and directed a group working on developing diagnostic technologies for refractive and cataract surgery as well as contact lenses. Daniel led a project team for the development of an Excimer laser for next-generation refractive surgery and directed the development of a new contact lens metrology system.

In 2019, Neal became the Chief Executive Officer of WaveFront Dynamics Inc, where they currently serve. The structured information does not provide specific details about their role, responsibilities, or achievements in this position.

Daniel Neal obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin from 1976 to 1980. Daniel then pursued further education and received a PHD in Aero/Astro Engineering and Applied Physics from Stanford University from 1980 to 1984. In addition to their formal education, Daniel Neal also obtained a Private Pilot certification from the Federal Aviation Administration in June 2012.