David Berger is a PhD student in Bioengineering whose research sits at the intersection of neuromuscular biology, soft bioelectronics, and advanced biofabrication technologies. After earning a BS in Health Sciences from Rider University and an MS in Bioengineering from Northeastern University, he developed a strong interest in creating engineered biological systems that can be used to study disease, tissue function, and therapeutic interventions. His work focuses on integrating emerging bioelectronic technologies with engineered tissues to improve the measurement and control of biological function.

Within the laboratory, David is particularly interested in applying 3D printing and bioprinting approaches to create physiologically relevant tissue models that can be used for both fundamental biological discovery and translational biomedical applications. He presented his research at NEBEC 2026, where he delivered an oral presentation on a liquid-metal–integrated elastomeric micropillar platform for force sensing in engineered skeletal muscle tissue. Originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, David enjoys hiking, reading, and photography in his free time.

Email: berger.da@northeastern.edu