Shen Ning
Introduction:
Interventional Radiologist | Physician–Innovator
I am driven by a mission to bridge the gap between clinical challenges and technological breakthroughs. My work focuses on pioneering minimally invasive innovations that transform unmet clinical needs into tangible medical solutions for the next generation of patient care.
Summary:
As an Interventional Radiologist in training, I operate at the intersection of medical practice and strategic device innovation. I am dedicated to moving the needle in healthcare through a multidimensional approach:
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Technology Development: Identifying clinical "pain points" and engineering minimally invasive technologies to solve them.
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Strategic Leadership: Navigating the lifecycle of innovation—from initial concept and collaborative design to strategic implementation.
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Scientific Scholarship: Disseminating impactful research to ensure that new innovations are backed by rigorous data and reach the global medical community.
Research Experience
Resident Research Fellow
Center for Ultrasound Research & Translation, MGH
AI-assisted thyroid nodule detection on ultrasound and for interventional applications
Medical Student Researcher
Massachusetts General Hospital IR/DR Research Collaborative
A multi-center research collaborative focused on Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology
Fulbright Research Fellow
Multi-Scale Robotics Lab, ETH Zurich
Multi-functional biotemplated microrobots for magnetic navigation and piezoelectric amyloid protein degradation. Resulted in 2 publications at the intersection of material science and neuroscience
Graduate Research Assistant
Genetics and Aging Research Unit, MGH
Developed a novel treatment methodology to reduce Alzheimer’s disease pathology using antibody conjugated paramagnetic nanoparticles.
Graduate Research Assistant
Neurophotonics Center, Boston University
Imaging experience with optical coherence tomography and two photon microscopy. Applied various optical imaging modalities to understand neurovascular changes in Alzheimer’s Disease.
Graduate Research Assistant
Langer Lab, MIT
Utilized 3D printing design and fabrication techniques to tackle challenges in drug delivery. Performed in vitro testing of a novel 3D printed electronic drug delivery device.
Education
MD/PhD, Boston University
Graduate Program for Neuroscience. PhD conducted jointly at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Elected to AOA.
Fulbright Fellowship, ETH Zurich
Mechanical Engineering
Biomedical Microrobotics
B.A. Cornell University
Biology and Society
Graduated with distinction.
Visiting Student, Oxford University
Human Sciences
Leadership and Innovation
INIA Biosciences- Co-founder, CSO
Physician Innovator | I am the co-founder pioneering a non-invasive wearable ultrasound device designed to modulate the immune system—a project that has raised $1.5M in funding to date. This work has been recognized globally, securing wins and finalist positions at numerous prestigious accelerator programs and pitch competitions both locally and internationally. By combining clinical insight with technical execution, I am dedicated to moving this breakthrough from concept to the forefront of patient care.
Merck KGaA Innovation Cup Alumni Coach
Global Leadership & Innovation | Coaching as both a prior runner up participant and an alumni innovation coach for Team Neuromorphic Computing—selected from the top 7 international applications—I successfully led a multidisciplinary team of PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and research scientists. Together, we navigated the complexities of deep-tech development to pitch a high-impact innovation to the Merck KGaA leadership team.
Nucleate- Vice President of Expansion, Co-Managing Director of Nucleate Switzerland
Global Ecosystem Building | As a leader within Nucleate a premier international non-profit dedicated to spinning out pioneering life sciences companies. My work culminated in the founding of the Nucleate Switzerland chapter, where I served as the Founding Managing Director. Through these roles, I have facilitated the launch of next-generation biotech ventures by building collaborative frameworks for scientists and entrepreneurs worldwide.
Science Rehashed - Co-founder and co-host
Science Communication & Global Outreach | As the co-founder of a premier non-profit media and podcast company, I lead an initiative to democratize groundbreaking scientific discoveries for a global audience. Our platform has been recognized as a top life sciences podcast by Apple Podcasts and featured in prestigious outlets such as the Harvard Gazette, BostonInno, and BU Today. I have had the privilege of hosting and interviewing world-renowned scientific luminaries, including Nobel Laureates and pioneers like George Church and Bob Langer, bridging the gap between elite research and the public sphere.
