Biomedical and Materials Engineering Student at McMaster.

Yiyang Hu

I'm studying Integrated Biomedical Engineering and Health Sciences (iBioMed) at McMaster University, specializing in Materials Engineering, with an expected graduation in May 2029. My interests include materials characterization, synthetic biology, and computational modeling, with a focus on applying research and laboratory techniques to real engineering challenges.

Outside of school, I build and operate a personal metal foundry, designing sand and plaster molds and selecting refractory materials based on published research. I'm particularly interested in the intersection of materials science and biology, including biosensors and synthetic therapeutic circuits.

CAD & Design

Autodesk InventorAutodesk FusionAutoCADCrystalMaker SuitePipe-Flo

Programming & Modelling

PythonMATLABSimBiologyLaTeXTypeScript

Materials & Testing

UTM AnalysisHardness TestingSample PreparationGrain AnalysisRefractory MaterialsSand Casting

Biomedical & Molecular

Cell CulturePCRGel ElectrophoresisSDS-PAGEProtein AnalysisAseptic TechniqueSpectrophotometryBiosafety Level 1

Tools & Platforms

BenchlingMicrosoft OfficeExcelGitRaspberry Pi
Jun 2025–Aug 2026

McCanny Secondary School

Administrative Assistant

Analyzed academic performance data for 100+ students to identify trends for intervention and tracking. Compiled findings into actionable reports for teachers, students, and families each term. Produced detailed individualized report cards, reducing turnaround time by 23%. Managed email correspondence, ensuring timely communication with families and staff.

Jun 2024–Aug 2025

McCanny Secondary School

Teaching Assistant & Course Instructor

Facilitated learning for classes of 20+ students including English-language learners and remote learners. Built individualized learning plans, course material, and performance reports using Microsoft Office. Increased online student participation by over 50% through integration of online engagement tools.