Kristin Calahan
Research Analyst at Cypris
Boulder, Colorado, United States
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Top SchoolKristin Calahan is a Research Analyst and PhD Candidate in Mechanical Engineering based in Boulder with nine years of experience bridging academic research and federal science policy. She has conducted advanced medical technologies research at CU Boulder and transitioned into science and engineering analysis roles at the National Science Foundation before moving to Cypris, demonstrating fluency in translating technical research into funding and policy insights. Kristin’s background includes hands-on microsystems and process engineering experience from the University of Arizona and industry internships, giving her practical familiarity with device development and manufacturing constraints. Her time as an ex-LEGO team member and involvement with CU Boulder CS reflect a cross-disciplinary curiosity that spans design, software, and hardware. Known for navigating both lab benches and policy briefs, she excels at synthesizing complex engineering problems for diverse stakeholders. She brings a rare combination of doctoral-level technical depth and applied experience in science administration and innovation translation.
9 years of coding experience
The University of ArizonaDoctor of Philosophy - PhD, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at University of Colorado BoulderGithub contributions (5)
Amjaad/MoviesProject
Oct 2017 - Dec 2017
Contributions:1 PR, 20 pushes in 1 month
CUKrob/INFO4604_Ecosystems
Dec 2017 - Jan 2018
Contributions:1 PR, 1 push in 17 days
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