Robert Filkins

Robert Filkins is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University at Albany's College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering. As a senior principal engineer at General Electric, his research focuses on biomedical imaging systems, low-noise electronics, and optical-microfluidic technologies. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2003).

His research spans interdisciplinary domains including biomedical instrumentation, diagnostic systems, and optical engineering. Key innovations include advanced tomography techniques, high-throughput tissue analysis platforms, and novel microscopy systems with commercial applications in healthcare diagnostics.

Dr. Filkins' publications demonstrate consistent focus on improving medical imaging resolution and multiplexing capabilities. Recent work emphasizes nanoparticle-based in-vivo imaging and automated pathology solutions for cancer research.

With 55+ US patents and extensive industry experience, he bridges academic research with commercial healthcare technology development through projects like CellDive and Omnyx imaging platforms.