Bailey Sizemore | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Bailey Sizemore | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Bailey Sizemore | Research Assistant | Texas A&M University | United States

Bailey Sizemore is a dedicated Mechanical Engineering student from Texas A&M University with a strong passion for innovation, global collaboration, and community impact. With hands-on experience in research, teaching, and engineering internships, she demonstrates exceptional leadership, technical proficiency, and interpersonal skills. She has participated in multiple international academic programs in France and Mexico, which have enriched her cultural perspective and engineering capabilities. Through involvement in organizations like ASME, Fish Camp, and the Women’s Club Soccer Team, Bailey continues to grow as a leader and mentor. Her work centers on developing technologies that serve underserved populations.

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Education Background

Bailey Sizemore is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University, College Station. She has also engaged in enriching global academic experiences through semester exchanges at Arts et Metier in Aix-En-Provence, France, and participation in the Global Exchange Program in Salamanca, Mexico. These international studies have broadened her engineering knowledge and intercultural communication skills. Her academic achievements are complemented by inclusion on the Dean’s List and recognition as a Paths Up Scholar. Bailey’s education reflects a blend of rigorous engineering coursework and global learning that enhances her readiness for innovative problem-solving.

Professional Experience

Bailey Sizemore has accumulated a range of professional experiences in both academic and industry settings. At Texas A&M University, she serves as an undergraduate research assistant developing wearable medical devices, and as a teaching assistant for an introductory statics course. Her industry internship at Texas Air Systems involved project management and HVAC design analysis. She also gained team-building and operational management skills as a front desk receptionist at Texas Prospects Baseball Academy. Additionally, she completed a directed internship through the Student Engineering Council, where she collaborated with mentors to develop engineering solutions to real-world problems.

Awards and Honors

Bailey Sizemore has received several notable recognitions throughout her academic journey. She is a Paths Up Scholar, a competitive program supporting innovative engineering research with social impact. She earned third place in the Aggies Invent for the Planet competition in France, showcasing her ability to engineer under pressure with a global team. Her academic excellence has also been recognized by inclusion on the Dean’s List. These achievements highlight her commitment to academic success, engineering innovation, and leadership within the academic and research communities.

Research Focus

Bailey Sizemore focuses her research on wearable and point-of-care biomedical devices aimed at improving health diagnostics for underserved populations. Her current research involves integrating pressure sensors, photoplethysmography, and bioimpedance sensing into medical devices. This interdisciplinary work bridges mechanical engineering, electronics, and healthcare technology. She is particularly interested in how engineering can be leveraged to address disparities in medical access and diagnostics. Her research contributions are forward-thinking and driven by a passion to create technologies that improve lives globally through innovation in biomedical engineering.

Publications

A Novel Wearable Device for Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring Utilizing Strain Gauge Technology
Published Year: 2025
Journal: Texas A&M Undergraduate Research Series

Quantification of the effects of SpO2 accuracy as a function of contact pressure and skin tone
Published Year: 2024
Journal: Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate Review

Conclusion

Bailey Sizemore exemplifies the qualities of a future leader in engineering, combining technical expertise, global experience, and a deep commitment to social impact. Her diverse academic, research, and leadership experiences have equipped her with the skills needed to innovate responsibly and effectively. With a focus on biomedical applications and community-oriented solutions, Bailey is well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to the future of engineering. Her drive, curiosity, and dedication position her as a promising figure in the development of next-generation technologies for global benefit.

 

Justin McMurray | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Justin McMurray | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Justin McMurray, PhD Candidate, Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, United States.

Dr. Justin McMurray is an accomplished biomedical engineer, researcher, and U.S. Air Force officer based in Bryan, Texas. With a career spanning over a decade across academia, industry, and military service, he specializes in the development of wearable biomedical devices and healthcare innovations. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering at Texas A&M University, Dr. McMurray leads interdisciplinary R&D teams and contributes to cutting-edge solutions for underserved populations. He is recognized for his technical ingenuity, leadership in medical device design, and numerous patents and peer-reviewed publications in biosensing and physiological monitoring technologies.

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. McMurray has a robust educational foundation rooted in engineering and science. He earned a Ph.D. (2020–2025 expected) and a Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering (2020) from Texas A&M University. He previously completed his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering (2019) from the same institution. His academic journey began with an Associate of Science in Chemistry with honors from Tarrant County College (2002). Dr. McMurray also earned a certificate in Engineering Project Management, reinforcing his interdisciplinary capabilities in innovation leadership and medical device development.

💼 Professional Experience

Justin McMurray brings diverse and hands-on engineering experience. As a PATHS-UP Fellow and graduate research assistant at Texas A&M, he develops advanced biomedical sensors for underserved communities. Simultaneously, he serves as a Medical Service Corps Officer in the U.S. Air Force, ensuring mission readiness in healthcare operations. His prior roles span engineering internships at Maxim Integrated, lab management in embedded signal processing, and positions at Cochlear, ISG Technologies, and National Oilwell Varco. His versatile background blends research, leadership, and innovation across academic, industrial, and military environments.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. McMurray’s impactful work has garnered multiple honors, including seven patent filings in biomedical innovations from 2020 to 2024. He is a recognized PATHS-UP Fellow, supported by the NSF-funded Engineering Research Center focusing on health equity technologies. As a U.S. Air Force officer, he continues to be acknowledged for his leadership and contributions to operational healthcare advancements. His patents reflect his technical excellence, while his publications in top-tier journals such as Biosensors and Advanced Materials Technologies highlight his research excellence in wearable biomedical systems.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. McMurray’s research is centered on wearable biomedical sensors, multimodal signal acquisition, and physiological monitoring for health diagnostics. He explores innovations in cuffless blood pressure monitoring, bioimpedance analysis, and photoplethysmography. His work integrates machine learning, signal processing, and embedded electronics to create precise, accessible healthcare devices. His projects often address the needs of underserved populations, guided by a mission to democratize health technology. His collaborations span interdisciplinary teams at Texas A&M and global industry partners, pushing the boundaries of real-time biosensing and smart healthcare systems.

📌 Conclusion

Dr. Justin McMurray exemplifies innovation and leadership in biomedical engineering, combining academic rigor, real-world problem solving, and national service. With a suite of patents, influential publications, and active leadership roles, he is advancing healthcare technology at the intersection of engineering and medicine. His work addresses critical gaps in patient monitoring, particularly in resource-limited environments. Through his continued service in the Air Force and academia, Dr. McMurray is committed to improving human health and mission efficiency using advanced, accessible biomedical technologies.

📚 Top Publication Notes

  1. A Novel Wearable Device for Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring Utilizing Strain Gauge Technology
    Biosensors, 2025 — A pioneering study on strain-gauge blood pressure devices.
    Cited by: 8 articles (as of mid-2025)

  2. Engineering a Point-of-Care Device for Multiplex Monitoring of Urinary Parameters
    IEEE Sensors Letters, 2025 — Highlights McMurray’s role in low-cost health diagnostics.
    Cited by: 5 articles

  3. Contact Pressure-Guided Wearable Dual-Channel Bioimpedance Device
    Advanced Materials Technologies, 2024 — Presents wearable bioimpedance solutions.
    Cited by: 12 articles

  4. Multiwavelength Photoplethysmography Signal Analysis
    SPIE Optical Diagnostics and Sensing XXIII, 2023 — Details optical wrist monitoring tech.
    Cited by: 10 articles

  5. A Wrist-Worn Strap with an Array of Electrodes
    IEEE EMBC, 2018 — One of his earliest contributions to robust physiological sensing.
    Cited by: 25 articles