Mark Bachman

CEO/CTO and Co-Founder at Xidas Inc.

Mark Bachman is the CEO/CTO and Co-Founder of Xidas Inc., a technology company based in Irvine, California.1 He is a passionate innovator, entrepreneur, teacher, and mentor with extensive experience in the field of technology and Internet of Things (IoT).1

Professional Background

Bachman has a diverse and impressive career spanning several decades:

He co-founded Xidas Inc. in July 2015, initially serving as CTO until January 2022, when he assumed the role of CEO/CTO.1
Prior to Xidas, he held positions at various institutions and companies, including:
- Chief Technologist and IoT Evangelist at the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology Irvine (2010-2018)1
- Faculty Member at the same institute (1998-2014)1
- Co-founder and CEO of inXus interactive (2013-2016)1
- Research Physicist at UC Irvine, Brookhaven National Laboratory, TRIUMF, and Los Alamos National Laboratory1

Expertise and Achievements

Bachman's areas of expertise include:

Internet of Things (IoT)
MEMS and BioMEMS
Sensors and Digital Health
Biomedical microdevices
Bionic and assistive technology
Human-Computer Interactions
Physical Computing
Microscale manufacturing

His achievements in academia and industry are notable:

Published over 70 peer-reviewed papers in science and technology journals1
Issued over 20 patents1
Frequently gives invited talks domestically and internationally1

Current Focus

At Xidas Inc., Bachman is working on creating the next generation of smart, ultra-miniaturized, integrated IoT and fluidics products.1 He is particularly focused on developing innovative technologies for challenging problems and simplifying complex technologies for non-expert users.1

Mark Bachman is known for his ability to inspire and lead teams, as well as his skill in explaining difficult concepts. He continues to be active in teaching, mentoring, and public speaking, sharing his expertise and insights in the fields of IoT, life sciences, and medical devices.1