Aadeel Akhtar, PhD

Aadeel Akhtar, PhD, is a distinguished CEO, engineer, and scientist, holding a strong educational background in neuroscience, engineering, computer science, and biology.

He pursued his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Neuroscience from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and completed a Master of Science (MS) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the same university.

Aadeel's academic journey also includes pursuing a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from the University of Illinois College of Medicine (Incomplete), a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science from Loyola University Chicago, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Honors Biology from Loyola University Chicago.

Throughout his career, Aadeel has held various roles in prestigious organizations. He was formerly an Adjunct Assistant Professor at UC San Diego, an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and an Adjunct Professor at Loyola University Chicago.

Aadeel Akhtar also served as a Research Fellow at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and as an MD/PhD Fellow and Research Assistant at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

With a passion for technology and innovation, Aadeel Akhtar is known for his role as the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of PSYONIC, a position where he has demonstrated his leadership and entrepreneurial skills.

His diverse professional experience includes working as a Research Technician/Applications Programmer at the University of Chicago Medical Center, a Software Engineer Intern at Pluripotent Software, and a Flash Web Designer in a self-employed capacity.

Aadeel Akhtar's rich academic background and extensive experience in academia, research, and technology make him a proficient individual in various interdisciplinary fields, combining his expertise in engineering, neuroscience, and computer science.