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Joan Muthoni Kahua

Bioengineering Student | Healthcare Innovator | Tech Enthusiast

Using biology and technology to address challenging problems in healthcare

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About Me

I'm a passionate bioengineering student with a strong interest in tech-driven solutions for healthcare and sustainability. I'm driven by curiosity and the desire to build tools that make life easier, healthier, and smarter.

Dedicated to using biology and technology to address challenging problems in healthcare. I am eager to use my strong background in molecular biology and biochemical research to tackle practical problems. I'm especially interested in developments that advance biomedical science and enhance patient care.

Key Skills

Effective communication Attention to detail Research Hands-on lab experience Data analysis Python HTML/CSS JavaScript MATLAB C++ C#
Joan Kahua

Education & Experience

Bachelor of Science in Applied Bioengineering

September 2022 - Present

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Data Science in Python

May 2023 - July 2023

JKUAT ENTERPRISES

Programming Essentials in Python

May 2023 - July 2023

Python Institute

IT Essentials

December 2022 - February 2023

Cisco Networking Academy

Quality Control Assistant

May - July 2025

ORBIT CHEMICALS LTD - Assisted in the quality control and production department, gaining hands-on experience in industrial chemical processes and laboratory analysis.

United Nations Volunteers Program

June 2024

Voluntarily attended to assignments related to climate change, environmental protection and sustainable development which include ecosystem restoration, environmental rights and water ecosystems.

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My Interests

Molecular Biology

Exploring the fundamental building blocks of life to develop innovative healthcare solutions and understand disease mechanisms.

Biomedical Technology

Combining technology with medicine to create advanced diagnostic tools, prosthetics, and medical devices that improve patient outcomes.

Sustainable Healthcare

Developing eco-friendly medical solutions and practices that reduce environmental impact while maintaining high-quality patient care.

Data Science in Healthcare

Applying data analysis and machine learning to medical data to uncover patterns, predict outcomes, and personalize treatments.

My Projects

AI-powered Diagnostic Tool

AI-powered Diagnostic Tool

Developed a machine learning model that analyzes medical imaging to detect early signs of specific diseases with 92% accuracy.

Python Machine Learning Medical Imaging
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Portable Lab-on-a-Chip

Portable Lab-on-a-Chip

Designed a microfluidic device that performs rapid blood tests in resource-limited settings, reducing diagnosis time from days to minutes.

Microfluidics Biomedical Engineering Rapid Diagnostics
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Smart Prosthetic Limb

Smart Prosthetic Limb

Prototyped a prosthetic arm with neural interface technology that learns and adapts to user movement patterns for more natural control.

Biomechanics Neural Interfaces Prosthetics
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CRISPR-based Diagnostic

CRISPR-based Diagnostic

Researched and developed a CRISPR-Cas system for rapid, low-cost detection of specific genetic markers associated with hereditary diseases.

CRISPR Molecular Diagnostics Genetic Engineering
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Contact Information

0740429087
Kahuaj2@gmail.com
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
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References

Prof Robert Kinyua
The Deputy vice-chancellor, Dean of students
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
robert.kinyua@jkuat.ac.ke
0723015697
Dr. Patrick Juma
Lecturer, college of Agriculture, Department of Horticulture
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
patricjuma@gmail.com
0790364544