About
Ross Venook is a Lecturer in the Department of Bioengineering at Stanford University and Supervisor of the Biodesign Collaboratory. He earned his BS, MS, and PhD in Electrical Engineering from Stanford (2000, 2002, 2006), focusing on hardware methods for MRI during his graduate studies.
- Educated at Stanford University (BS, MS, PhD in Electrical Engineering)
- Co-founder of Boston Scientific Neuromodulation's MRI safety team
- Active contributor to international MRI safety standards
- Teaches Biodesign Innovation courses at Stanford
Ross specializes in biomedical engineering, with particular emphasis on MRI safety, medical device innovation, and collaborative learning environments. His work bridges engineering principles with clinical applications, particularly in cardiovascular disease pathophysiology and senior capstone design projects.
Scientific Achievements:
- Biodesign Fellowship recipient
- Boston Scientific R&D Fellow
- Key figure in developing international MRI safety standards
Ross actively mentors students through independent studies and courses like BIOE 392, BIOE 191, and BIOE 391. He teaches a range of Biodesign Innovation courses focusing on needs finding, concept creation, and implementation, as well as classes on evidence-based teaching and bioengineering prototyping.
