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Curt White

Curt White

Device Developer, Web Developer

Started Oct 2016

curt.white@childmind.org

703-409-7471 (text)

code: octocat

Blog Posts

2020-04-23: Our Gesture Recognition Wearable Wins a Machine Learning Hackathon
2020-04-16: 3D Printing Pandemic Protective Gear
2020-04-01: Magnet-based face touch detection app for coronavirus
2019-01-30: Winter School: Neurotechnology Applications on Aging-Related Disorders
2018-11-25: Terrarium tear-UP 2 -- This Time With a Tree
2018-02-06: Hacking a Generic Activity Tracker
2018-01-19: Selective mutism study
2017-11-11: Terrarium tear-UP
2017-09-01: Comparison study

I research, design, build and write code for devices and instruments.

Current Research

  • Gesture recognition and biofeedback using wearable devices.
  • ‘Dead-reckoning’ position tracking using combinatorial sensor arrays and machine learning.
  • Development of mobile applications and software for real-time training and implementation of neural networks in consumer facing products.

Past Research

  • Development of a robotic prosthetic hand actuated by a rigid polymer skeleton embedded in cast silicone rubber.
  • Development of a fall prevention device for geriatric populations using accelerometers, gyroscopes and haptic feedback.
  • Development of a peristaltic pump with no mechanical moving parts using electromagnet controlled ferrofluid surrounding a carrier tube.

Experience

  • Co-Founder/Lead Developer of JobHinge (2013-2014)
    Nascent startup focused on building a web application which matched resumes with online job listings using natural language machine learning tools.
  • Web Developer/Web Application Developer (2011-current)
    More than a decade of experience building web applications and websites for agencies (CatsEye), freelance clients and CMI. Particular emphasis on machine learning, IoT (Internet of Things), device interface (Wi-Fi, Web Bluetooth, USB) and data visualization.
  • Director of Technology - WALTT Program Manager (2009-2011)
    MHA of Virginia, Richmond, VA
    • Developed a web application and online training tool for creation of Psychiatric Advance Directives.
    • Engaged in state legislative lobbying which resulted in Medicaid compensation for Mental Health Peer Support Specialists.

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