Angie Mohamed

Global Challenge: Enhancing Accessibility & Safety through Engineering and Sustainable Technology

Abstract:

My academic interests center on advancing engineering and sustainable technologies that improve accessibility, health, and safety in the built environment. My Global Challenge, “Enhancing Accessibility through Rehabilitation Engineering and Sustainable Technology,” explores how engineering innovation can address inequalities in health and safety, aligning with the UN SDGs of Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3) and Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10). I am particularly interested in how interdisciplinary collaboration between mechanical engineering, public health, and policy can create inclusive environments that promote both physical and psychological safety.

My research experiences have allowed me to explore how engineering can directly contribute to improving global health outcomes. In the Applied Micro-Bioengineering Laboratory, I worked on micro-engineering organ-on-a-chip systems for lymph node disease modeling, supporting biomedical research that advances SDG 3 through improved understanding of disease and immunotherapy development. Similarly, through NYU’s Undergraduate Summer Research Program, I designed a cost-efficient thermo-control system for optical microscopy used in research on neurodegenerative diseases, demonstrating how sustainable engineering design can expand access to critical research tools.

Beyond the laboratory, I have focused on human-centered technologies that promote safety and accessibility. During my internship with the startup FLAMAID in Barcelona, I contributed to the design and hardware development of a GPS-enabled personal protection device that empowers individuals to feel safer in public spaces. My engineering design work also includes developing an accessible telescopic mobility cane and a bio-wearable device that models physiological stress responses, both aimed at improving accessibility and personal safety.

Finally, global experiences in Abu Dhabi, Sri Lanka, Ghana, Kenya, and Spain broadened my understanding of equity and reinforced my commitment to developing engineering solutions that advance good health and reduce inequalities worldwide.

Bio:

Angie Mohamed graduated from NYU Tandon School of Engineering in 2026 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. During her time at Tandon, she developed a strong foundation in both technical design and engineering management, while cultivating a deep commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Throughout her undergraduate career, Angie engaged in multiple research initiatives, including the UGSRP and MAE Fellowship programs, where she contributed to hands-on engineering projects and expanded her technical expertise. She also discovered a natural aptitude for prototyping and product development through her participation in NYU Tandon’s Makerspace Prototyping Fund, where she brought creative concepts to life.

Angie further broadened her experience as an Engineering Consultant intern with FLAMAID in Barcelona, Spain. In this role, she took ownership of product development processes and contributed to meaningful innovation, reinforcing her interest in creating impactful, real-world technologies.

One of Angie’s most meaningful experiences at Tandon was serving as a Teaching Assistant for the Design, Invent, Innovate (DII) K-12 STEM program. She found great fulfillment in mentoring younger students, particularly when they expressed newfound interest in pursuing mechanical engineering after her guidance. Inspiring and supporting the next generation of engineers became one of the most rewarding aspects of her journey.

Outside of her academic and professional work, Angie could often be found in a bookstore, enjoying coffee and people-watching!