About Us
We are SomnoSense, a Conrad Challenge 2025–2026 team focused on improving access to early sleep apnea detection through biomedical innovation. Our team brings together complementary interests in engineering, health sciences, research, and design. United by a shared commitment to health equity and scientific rigor, we aim to develop practical, human-centered medical technologies that address real and widespread healthcare challenges.
Rebecca Ding - CEO
Rebecca’s passions lie in marketing and economics, and she participates in DECA in Silicon Valley. As the CEO of CtrlZZZ, she supervises all parts of the team’s functions, making sure the project runs smoothly.
Jasmine Zheng - CSE
Jasmine is passionate about neuroscience and psychology, joining CtrlZZZ to further her knowledge on sleep-related neural functions. As the chief sensor engineer of the team, she is in charge of designing the 3D model of the sensor.
Kevin Chen - COO
Kevin loves all things STEM, especially physics and chemistry, participating in Science Olympiad and DECA in Texas. As the COO of CtrlZZZ, he oversees sensor prototype production and assembly.
Ashley Fang - CTO
Ashley’s interests lie in computer science, math, and biology, participating in FRC robotics and research in Southern California. As the CTO of CtrlZZZ, she leads app development and website design.
Aiden Sha - CM
Aiden, who is from New York, is interested in computer science and research, participating in summer research projects at SBU. As the CM in CtrlZZZ, he is responsible for overseeing the exact business functions.
Our Mission
To increase access to early sleep apnea screening through a comfortable, non-invasive intraoral diagnostic system designed for at-home use. We aim to:
- Reduce barriers such as cost, discomfort, and long wait times
- Enable screening for individuals who cannot tolerate traditional sleep studies
- Support earlier intervention and improved long-term health outcomes
Our Vision
We envision a future where sleep apnea screening is simple, affordable, and widely accessible, rather than limited to specialized clinical environments. SomnoSense is designed as a scalable diagnostic platform, progressing from a validated intraoral prototype to a fully miniaturized, biocompatible patch integrated with intelligent data analysis. By combining physical airflow-related signals with biochemical indicators from the oral environment, we aim to bridge the gap between consumer wearables and clinical diagnostics.
Our Values
AccessibilityDesigning solutions that prioritize comfort, affordability, and ease of use.
Scientific IntegrityClearly distinguishing validated functionality from future development while maintaining transparency.
Human-Centered DesignBuilding technology around patient experience and real clinical needs.
Responsible InnovationAdvancing scalable and ethical medical technology without unnecessary complexity.