Mireille Akilian
Hysteroscopy Technologist
“Fear of something is not knowing it. If you have an interest in a specific area, just research or practice it. The fear will go away[.]”
Career Highlights
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Director of Engineering and Research at Smith & Nephew Advanced Surgical Devices
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Works to advance the technology used in hysteroscopes – minimally invasive tubes with cameras used by surgeons
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Developed a technology to reduce the surface warping of thin optic glass sheets that act as mirrors to reflect x-ray images taken from space-launched telescopes, a major contribution that enabled scientists at NASA to better capture x-rays from distant galaxies
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Has always been fascinated by the laws that govern everything around us
STEM Gems Club
Is a career as a Hysteroscopy Technologist in your future? Possibly… if you are interested in revolutionizing technology that surgeons use everyday to save lives. Through technology, STEM Gem Mireille Akilian is providing women everywhere a better quality of life. Read her story and digest. Consider watching the video to learn more. Then, with your STEM Gems Tribe, discuss, explore, reflect, and act.
