Olga "Dr.O" Ivanova

Olga "Dr.O" Ivanova has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of additive manufacturing (AM). Olga "Dr.O" began their career as a Postdoctoral Associate at Virginia Tech in 2011, where they focused on developing nanocomposites for AM. During this time, they conducted research and set up a laboratory space for AM experimentation.

From 2013 to 2018, Olga worked at Lynntech, Inc. as a Research Scientist. Olga "Dr.O" successfully established and grew an AM/3DP research program with a focus on defense applications, primarily through SBIR/STTR funding. Olga "Dr.O" served as a Principal Investigator and project manager on numerous projects, managing the onboarding, training, and evaluation of personnel.

In 2018, Olga joined Universal Technology Company, LLC as the Chief Applications Scientist - Additive Manufacturing. In this role, they led a portfolio of research projects and product development efforts in metal, polymer, composites, and multi-material AM. Olga "Dr.O" served as a Principal Investigator on externally and internally funded R&D projects, interfaced with sponsors and customers, and played a key role in generating a commercialization strategy for developed technologies.

In 2020, Olga moved to Open Additive, LLC as the Applications Lead and Services Manager. Olga "Dr.O" led multiple R&D projects sponsored by the Department of Defense and Industrial partners, securing external funding for R&D efforts. Their responsibilities also included managing the SBIR/STTR, RIF, and America Makes programs.

Currently, Olga holds the position of Director of Technology at Mechnano, where they have been since 2020. Further details about their role are not provided.

Throughout their career, Olga has showcased expertise in AM, secured external funding, managed projects, and collaborated with sponsors and customers. Olga "Dr.O" has also been involved in commercialization strategies, mentorship of junior staff, and the evaluation and establishment of laboratory spaces for AM research.

Olga "Dr.O" Ivanova holds a Ph.D. degree in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Louisville.