Qiyun Gao

Qiyun Gao is a graduate student in mechanical engineering, designing personalized medical devices that integrate advanced modeling, embedded systems, and real-world clinical validation. His research focuses on developing a non-invasive, mass-customizable oral appliance to treat obstructive sleep apnea, offering a potential alternative to CPAP and surgical interventions. With a second MathWorks Fellowship, Qiyun will develop a cloud-based pipeline that transforms patient imaging and physiology into 3D-printable device designs, enabling rapid customization at scale. He uses MATLAB to synchronize multi-sensor clinical data, process MRI-based fiber maps for tongue biomechanics, and build custom visualization tools for sleep studies. His software has supported everything from pilot trials to device optimization, streamlining workflows for both clinicians and engineers. With a background that spans prosthetics, gastrointestinal diagnostics, and respiratory therapy, Qiyun brings a translational perspective to medical engineering. His work charts the path toward transforming the treatment of sleep disorders, making therapy more responsive, accessible, and effective.