The OPIM Innovate initiative is led by Executive Director of CT Information Technology Institute, Jonathan Moore, with assistance from AIM Academic Director, Stephen Fitzgerald
The Lab Specialists each specialize in a specific technology focus area but are cross-trained in technologies across all 8 learning modules. They are available anytime the lab is open to assist you with any questions you have while completing our tech kits as well as to walk you through the process of design thinking and provide all of the resources in our Innovation Space and Research Lab.
The Marketing Specialists each have their focus on a different part of representing the OPIM Innovate initiative. Our website, marketing strategy, and organizational relationships are all overseen to create as much synergy with partners as possible.
The Lab Team
Anthony Prior
Year: Sophomore
Major: Management and Engineering for Manufacturing
Role: Lab Manager
Anthony is a sophomore majoring in Management and Engineering for Manufacturing. His favorite hobbies include rock climbing, mountain biking, and hiking mountains.
Audrey Larson
Year: Junior
Major: Materials Science and Engineering
Role: Lab Manager
Audrey is a junior majoring in Materials Science Engineering. She is passionate about our environment and sustainable materials, hoping to make technology education more accessible to UConn students!
Annabel Terry
Year: Senior
Major: Analytics and Information Management
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Muneeb Syed
Year: Junior
Major: Management and Engineering for Manufacturing
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Muneeb is a junior majoring in Management and Engineering for Manufacturing. He has an interest in robotics and various other electronics.
Jason Tyler
Year: Junior
Major: Analytics and Information Management
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Jason is a junior majoring in Analytics and Information Management. In his free time, Jason has many hobbies including working out, climbing, skiing, and watching sports. He is passionate about tech and enjoys keeping up with the latest innovations.
Lianne Duran
Year: Junior
Major: Exercise Science
Role: Marketing Specialist
Lianne is a junior majoring in Exercise Science. She aspires to find a future in medicine, and loves being an advocate for others, spreading awareness through art! She considers herself a doodler of all forms, book-enthusiast, and a lover of all bodies of water!
Lucy Ledesma
Year: Sophomore
Major: Management and Engineering for Manufacturing
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Lucy is a sophomore majoring in Management and Engineering for Manufacturing. Through the Eco-Innovate program, she seeks to learn more about the many ways that technology can be used to create a more environmentally friendly sustainable world.
Diego Melendez-Sanchez
Year: Junior
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Diego is a junior majoring in Biomedical Engineering. He is actively involved in the Water Polo Club and the Puerto Rican and Latin Association. He is passionate about fitness, acquiring knowledge, and forging connections with different people.
Abhinav Baral
Year: Junior
Major: Analytics and Information Management
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Abhinav is a junior majoring in Analytics and Information Management. He is a first-generation college student who enjoys going to the gym and playing soccer.
Hailey Klase
Year: Junior
Major: Biological Sciences
Role: Marketing Specialist
Daniel Bokshan
Year: Sophomore
Major: Computer Science
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Daniel is a sophomore majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Engineering Management. He engages in undergraduate research with the Fabris Lab of the Chemistry Department and is secretary of the UConn 3D printing club. You can also find him at the rec center or cruising around campus on a minimoto.
Samarth Gupta
Year: Sophomore
Major: Computer Science and Engineering
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Samarth is a sophomore majoring in Computer Science and Engineering. He is curious and passionate about robotics, space, and programming. In his free time Samarth likes to hit the gym and spend time with the clubs that he is involved in.
Reis Muccino
Year: Sophomore
Major: Mechanical Engineering/ French
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Reis is a sophomore majoring in Mechanical Engineering. He enjoys working with new and emerging technologies and is excited to make comparisons with content from his major.
Elena Mezack
Year: Sophomore
Major: Civil Engineering
Role: Lab Research Specialist
Elena is a sophomore majoring in Civil Engineering, wanting to focus on the structural and environmental aspects. Outside of school, Elena enjoys reading, rock climbing, and spending time with friends.