Naina Misra

Naina Misra chose to study biomedical engineering at the Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering at Arizona State University because she wants to work at the intersection of medicine, the physical sciences and technology.

“I came to ASU because of its focus on innovation, vast resources, skilled faculty and opportunities for advancement,” Misra says.

Since starting her major, Misra has developed a greater understanding and appreciation for the scale of impact in biomedical engineering.

“Biomedical engineering is a field where I can merge creativity with engineering principles to make a tangible impact on healthcare,” she says. “That realization cemented my passion for biomedical innovation and set the foundation for my future aspirations in medical technology.”

As president of the Biomedical Engineering Society, she organized industry networking nights, secured corporate sponsorships and mentored students to help them navigate the field. She also served as the operations chair for the Fulton Student Council where she strove to enhance student engagement and advocate for engineering students’ needs. She participated in the Fulton Undergraduate Research Initiative and collaborated with Dignity Health and the Neural Control of Movement Laboratory. Misra is the CEO and co-founder of Memora, a reminder app to improve care for patients with dementia.

Reflecting on her time at ASU, Misra says she is proud to have engaged with every possible opportunity.

“One of the most valuable things I will take from my Fulton Schools experience is my ability to connect with others, communicate effectively and lead with confidence,” she says. “I’ve learned that engineering isn’t just about technical skills — it’s about teamwork, problem-solving and making a meaningful impact. These experiences have shaped me into a strong leader and communicator, and I will carry these skills with me in the future as I pursue my future goals.”

After graduation, Misra will attend Johns Hopkins University to pursue a master’s degree in biomedical engineering and ultimately pursue a medical degree and become a neurosurgeon.

“I see myself at the intersection of neurosurgery and medtech innovation, working to develop minimally invasive neurotechnologies that revolutionize patient care,” she says. “I hope to create next-generation neurosurgical robotics that integrate real-time imaging and AI-driven automation to enhance surgical accuracy.”

Read about other exceptional graduates of the Fulton Schools’ spring 2025 class here.