We reveal insights hidden in your sensor data.

Transcend Engineering is a diverse team of scientists and engineers who specialize in understanding and tracking subsurface environments. We use techniques such as numerical modeling, signal processing, and machine learning to develop innovative applications of sensing and analysis. 

Our focus is on solving important societal problems by uncovering the hidden factors that influence complex systems.

We discover insights missed by conventional approaches.

By combining our skills in data analysis and advanced computational methods, we extract actionable information from sensor signals.

From monitoring the movement of water through the earth to revealing underground tunnels, our technologies power discovery.

CheML

Our Innovations

CheML

Chemometric AI

TunlNet

Tunnel Detection

PRISMS

Soil Moisture Monitoring

SCIMPI

Borehole Observatory

Concerto

Conversation Analysis Suite

Our Team

STEPHEN FARRINGTON, MS

  • An expert in geotechnical, environmental, and hydrologic subsurface investigation and monitoring, Stephen is a proven innovator and inventor. He is a master at extracting maximum insight from sensor data, leveraging his experience in  modeling and simulation of physical phenomena, digital signal processing, algorithm development, and systems engineering. Stephen is dedicated to training future STEAM professionals by leading the local FIRST Robotic Competition team.

KEITH HERMIZ, MBA, PH.D

  • After completing his Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, curiosity and serendipity led Keith to answer a help wanted ad for a data miner, a role barely five years old at the time. Decades later, he continues to find satisfaction in applying mathematical rigor to solving his client’s data-based problems. He otherwise enjoys his volunteer work as an Advanced EMT and training with his Appenzeller Sennenhund.

KEVIN POWELL, MS

  • Kevin has earned degrees in Computer Engineering and Computer Science from Georgia Tech which have granted him the opportunity to work on mission critical projects for a military subcontractor. His education, experience, and fluency in multiple programming languages have made him a key contributor to the Transcend computer science team. His free time is shared between the serenity-inducing activities of playing board games, doting on his two cats, and enjoying unique culinary experiences.

EMILY ELLERT, MPH

  • Emily is a social science researcher, public health educator, and organizational shapeshifter. She manages Transcend’s public presence and the human-centered design aspects of our work. Emily believes in harnessing the powers of mutual aid, science, and technology to improve the health of our world.

NEAL VAN WYCK, MS

  • Neal is a physical chemist with broad expertise in the fields of optics, photonics, spectroscopy, chemistry, and mathematics. He has decades of experience as a researcher, inventor, implementer, and technical leader -- at one point directing a laboratory with 150 scientists and technicians. For us, he plays the role of Yoda and MacGyver: pushing us to know more about the physical world we are analyzing, and prototyping novel experimental equipment for our clients.

DAVID WESSNER, MS

  • Imagine Indiana Jones without the whip and with a Masters in Hydrology and Water Resources Science -- that would be David. He lives his commitment to the planet and the environment by deploying, testing, and caring for the innovative probes and sensors that Transcend design, develops, and acquires. You will find him working in the soils of the farmlands of California or the tropical forests of Puerto Rico, and often with a camera, pursuing his interest in photography when time permits.

EMMANUELLE FARRINGTON, BS

  • With experience as a remote sensing analyst, field research technician and maritime professional, Emmanuelle brings interdisciplinary thinking to her role as a Geospatial Data Scientist. Em’s background is as a sailing vessel skipper and third engineer, and living at sea inspired her to seek a greater understanding of the ocean with an undergraduate degree in Oceanography. She completed her undergraduate dissertation in marine remote sensing, and currently splits her time between working for Transcend and completing an MSc in Satellite Data Science.

BENJAMIN LEAVITT, BA

  • Ben’s interest in technology led him to major in Computer Science at Clarkson University. That foundation, further fueled by his curiosity and enthusiasm, have made him the go-to person for Mission: Impossible variety software, computer engineering and data wrangling challenges. Music is his passion outside of work, being a singer and piano player, but he makes time for recreational running and an occasional game of Frisbee.

MEGAN DUNIGAN

  • Megan's secret power is herding our technologist cats into compliance with labor reporting, travel expenses, and those ubiquitous government forms. She has a certificate in accounting and aspires to become a CPA. Megan enjoys the simple Vermont pleasures of spending time outdoors working in her garden, lazing at a river, camping, and hiking with friends, family, and her dogs.

CATHERINE FARRINGTON, BA, BS

  • Catherine brings cheerful people skills and flexibility to her role as payroll administrator and special projects coordinator and a variety of other responsibilities. A visual artist and culinary explorer, she also enjoys traveling, learning, volunteering, and spending time with loved ones.