Short Bio:

I am a Venezuelan robotics engineer and wearable technology designer, completing my senior year at Cornell University as an exchange student from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology. I interned at Cornell’s HAPPI Lab and Cornell Tech, contributing to haptic wearables and interactive technology. Previously, I won the Technion Biomedical Engineering Hackathon and was a BizTEC finalist. My work has been showcased at Panama Fashion Week, and I was invited by the First Lady of Panama to promote STEM for young women.

Research Interests:

I am interested in designing wearable technologies that merge robotics, haptics, and interactive design to create garments that connect people, respond to their environment, and assist in daily tasks. My work addresses challenges in creating lightweight, modular systems that balance aesthetic appeal and functional utility, with applications in assistive technology, interactive art, and space exploration.

Key challenges include optimizing the integration of sensors and actuators, ensuring adaptability to diverse users, and developing scalable, responsive designs that maintain artistic elegance. To this end, I explore programmable materials, soft robotics, and human-centered design to redefine clothing as a medium for connection and innovation. As part of this effort, I have worked on haptic vests for social interaction, robotic dresses for expressive movement, and designs that adapt to environmental and emotional inputs.

Ultimately, my goal is to pioneer a future where wearable technology enhances both functionality and the human experience, inspiring innovation across disciplines.

Outreach:

I am passionate about inspiring women to pursue careers in STEM. I was featured in an interview with Panama’s First Lady during the World Robotics Olympics 2023 as part of a national campaign to empower young women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Through sharing my journey and experiences, I strive to highlight the potential of STEM to transform lives and encourage the next generation of innovators.