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• Precision Fermentation
• Molecular Biotechnology
• Microbial Metabolic Engineering
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Lucília Domingues is an Associate Professor with Habilitation at the Biological Engineering Department of University of Minho's School of Engineering. She serves as Director of the Master Course on Biotechnology and Deputy Director of the Centre of Biological Engineering (CEB) research unit. With over two decades of academic experience, she leads the Molecular Biotechnology and Precision Fermentation research group and maintains active collaborations with international institutions including a 2024 Visiting Professorship at the Biological Engineering Center at the University of Kobe. Her educational background includes a Chemical Engineering degree from University of Porto (1994) with an ERASMUS stay at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, a Master in Biotechnology - Bioprocess Engineering (1997), a PhD in Chemical and Biological Engineering (2001) in collaboration with VTT Technical Research Center of Finland, and Habilitation in Chemical and Biological Engineering (2018), all from University of Minho. Professor Domingues' research focuses on Molecular and Industrial Biotechnology, particularly developing microbial cell factories using molecular biotechnology tools for eco-sustainable production of biofuels and bio-based chemicals. Her work emphasizes renewable substrates and applications across food, energy, chemical and biomedical industries. She has pioneered approaches in precision fermentation, microbial metabolic engineering, and biorefinery development for lignocellulosic biomass valorization. Her publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact research across biotechnology domains, with particular emphasis on yeast engineering, waste valorization, and sustainable production systems. The research shows strong integration of molecular biology techniques with industrial applications, especially in developing microbial systems for bio-based chemical production from renewable resources. World's Top 2% Scientists (2021, 2022, 2023) Research Merit Prize (2021, 2022, 2023) Scientific Merit Award 2022 from School of Engineering Professor Domingues has extensive experience supervising graduate researchers with 51 Master's and 23 PhD students completed. She has coordinated numerous national and European funded projects including New protein-based technology platform for mycotoxin purification, EssenTial, Biostarv, and YEaSt innovation. Her research group actively collaborates with industrial partners on molecular biotechnology and biorefineries development. She serves as Associate Editor for Biotechnology for Biofuels and Bioproducts and editor for Bioengineered and Biomed Research International. Her laboratory, the Molecular Biotechnology Laboratory (LBM), focuses on developing advanced microbial systems for precision fermentation and sustainable bioproduction. The research team works at the intersection of molecular biology, metabolic engineering, and bioprocess development to create innovative solutions for industrial biotechnology challenges.

Marya LiebermanView profile

Professor

• chemical analysis in low resource settings
• paper analytical devices (PADs)
• enzymatic reactions
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Marya Lieberman is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Notre Dame. Her research focuses on developing cost-effective chemical analysis tools for low-resource environments, including paper analytical devices (PADs) used globally to detect counterfeit pharmaceuticals and environmental pollutants. Her work spans chemical diagnostics , paper-based biosensing , and automated sampling technologies , with applications in public health and environmental monitoring. She earned her BS in Chemistry from MIT and her PhD in Chemistry from the University of Washington, followed by NSF-sponsored postdoctoral research in surface chemistry at Caltech. Scientific Awards : NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship Marya leads a research group designing PADs deployed in Kenya, Ethiopia, Liberia, Tanzania, Malawi, and Bangladesh to combat poor-quality pharmaceuticals. In the U.S., these devices track environmental contaminants, air pollution, and illicit drug supply chains.

Edgar A. ArriagaView profile

Professor

• Analytical Chemistry
• Bioanalytical Chemistry
• Chemical Biology
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Edgar A. Arriaga is the Northey Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Minnesota, with joint appointments in Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, and Molecular Biology and Biophysics. He directs the Mass Cytometry Initiative and contributes to the Institute on the Biology of Aging and Metabolism. Ph.D., Chemistry, Dalhousie University (1990) Licenciatura en Química, Universidad del Valle de Guatemala (1985) Arriaga's research integrates chemical and engineering principles to address biomedical challenges through single-cell and organelle analysis, focusing on aging, cancer, and metabolic disorders. His group pioneers methods like high-throughput organelle measurements, mass cytometry, and subcellular proteomics/lipidomics to explore cellular heterogeneity. His recent publications highlight innovations in mass cytometry for aging systems, clustering algorithms for single-cell data, and dielectrophoretic organelle separation. The group has secured NIH funding for single-cell molecular pathway analysis. 2024-25 Faculty Fellow, Office for Equity & Diversity (OED), University of Minnesota Arriaga mentors a diverse team, including Ph.D. candidates and undergraduates. His alumni have pursued careers in academia, industry, and forensic science. The group collaborates with institutions like the Masonic Cancer Center and the Graduate School.

Anton KuzykView profile

Professor

• DNA nanotechnology
• Plasmonics
• Molecular self-assembly
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Anton Kuzyk is a Professor at the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering, Aalto University. His research focuses on DNA nanotechnology, plasmonics, and molecular self-assembly to create artificial molecular systems tailored for biosensing, nanoplasmonics, and biomimetics. Recent publications highlight his work on DNA-based photothermal agents for nanomedicine, chiral plasmonic sensors for analytical chemistry, and algorithmic design of RNA nanostructures. His research bridges nanotechnology with biomedical engineering to develop adaptive nanoscale materials. Scientific awards include: Novo Nordisk Foundation - Pioneer Innovation Grant (2022) Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action Individual Fellowship (2021) Humboldt Research Fellowship (2013) He has received grants from the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering for projects like Colorsens , which explores DNA nanoswitches for point-of-care diagnostics.

Bruce DunnView profile

Professor

• Materials Science
• Electrochemistry
• Sol-Gel Processing
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Bruce Dunn is a Distinguished Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles, holding the Nippon Sheet Glass Company Chair in Materials Science. His research focuses on the synthesis of inorganic and hybrid materials with emphasis on sol-gel methods, and characterization of their electrical and optical properties. Key research areas include sol-gel processing, energy storage materials, and bioinspired composites Develops 3D battery architectures and microscale electrochemical devices His work has produced significant advancements in biomaterial integration, nanoscale microstructures, and electrochemical systems. Recent publications highlight applications in bioenergetics, smart surfaces, and hierarchical electrode design. Awarded: Fulbright Research Fellowship (1986) Allied Signal Faculty Award (1997) DOE Awards for Materials Science (1995, 1998) Multiple international professorships

Zeinab HosseinidoustView profile

Associate Professor

• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Bioengineering
• Biomaterials
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Zeinab Hosseinidoust is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at McMaster University and holds the Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Bacteriophage Bioengineering. Her work bridges chemical and biomedical engineering to address antimicrobial resistance through innovative bacteriophage-based technologies. She leads the Hosseinidoust Research Group, which focuses on transforming phages into scalable products for healthcare, agriculture, and food safety. Education: Ph.D. from McGill University, postdoctoral training at Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems. Research Pillars: Phage Antimicrobials, Phage Biomaterials, Phage Diagnostics, and Aerosolized Phage Applications. Her 15 most recent articles (2024–2025) emphasize translational phage bioengineering, including high-throughput diagnostic platforms, antimicrobial microgels, and smart implant coatings. Key themes include Phage Therapy , Biomaterials Engineering , and Nano-Structured Antimicrobials , with subfields like 3D Bioprinting , Smart Textiles , and In Vivo Models . Awards: Canada Research Chair, Ontario Early Researcher Award, Dean’s Honor Roll for Teaching Excellence. Teaching: Courses in Heat Transfer (CHEMENG 3A04) and Health Solutions Design Projects II (IBEHS 2P03). Collaborative Affiliations: Core member of the Farncombe Institute for Digestive Health, associate member of the Michael DeGroote Institute for Infectious Disease Research, School of Biomedical Engineering, and CEPEM.

• Radiative Heat Transfer
• Ultrafast Laser-Tissue Interactions
• Nanoscale Thermal Transport
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Professor Zhixiong Guo is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. He serves as Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Enhanced Heat Transfer and Heat Transfer Research, and has made significant contributions to thermal sciences and engineering. His research spans multiple domains including radiative heat transfer, ultrafast laser-tissue interactions, and nanoscale thermal phenomena. Professor Guo received his educational foundation at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China, where he earned a B.S., M.S., and Dr. Eng. in Engineering Physics. His academic excellence was evident as he graduated first in his class (1/28) for his B.S. and completed his M.S. one year ahead of schedule. He then pursued and completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Polytechnic University (now Polytechnic School of Engineering, New York University) in just two years. Professor Guo's research interests center on advanced heat transfer phenomena, with particular expertise in radiative transfer in participating media, ultrafast laser-tissue interactions, and nanoscale thermal transport. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in energy systems, biomedical engineering, and materials science. He has pioneered computational methods for solving complex radiation transfer problems and developed innovative optical sensing techniques using whispering-gallery mode resonators. Analysis of Professor Guo's recent publications reveals a strong focus on emerging thermal technologies, including machine learning applications in heat transfer prediction, nanofluid thermal properties, and advanced materials for thermal management. His work demonstrates a clear trajectory from fundamental radiative transfer research toward practical applications in energy efficiency, biomedical diagnostics, and advanced manufacturing. Professor Guo has received numerous prestigious honors including: Fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2011 Fellow of the American Society of Thermal and Fluids Engineers (ASTFE), 2021 Rutgers, The Board of Trustees Award for Excellence in Research, 2018 As Editor-in-Chief of two leading journals in the field, Professor Guo has significantly shaped the direction of thermal sciences research. His laboratory at Rutgers focuses on cutting-edge research in optical thermal sensing, ultrafast radiation phenomena, and advanced computational methods for heat transfer analysis. Current research directions include machine learning applications in thermal systems and novel approaches to energy conversion and storage.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Acoustics
• Pediatric Medical Devices
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George R. Wodicka is the Vincent P. Reilly Professor and Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Purdue University. He served as the Dane A. Miller Founding Head of the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering and has driven significant growth and translational research impact in the field. Education: B.E.S. in Biomedical Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University (with departmental and university honors) S.M. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.I.T.) Ph.D. in Medical Engineering from M.I.T. Research Interests: He leads translational research in biomedical acoustics, focusing on sonic technologies for pediatric applications. Key projects include acoustic guidance systems for clinical catheters, biosensors to quantify airway obstruction, and computational modeling of speech production in health and disease. His work bridges engineering and clinical practice, fostering innovation through industrial and clinical partnerships. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Young Investigator Award from the U.S. National Science Foundation Guggenheim Fellow Fellow of IEEE and AIMBE Recipient of the Harvard-M.I.T. Division of Health Sciences and Technology graduate award Ruth and Joel Spira Outstanding Teacher Award Multiple teaching awards (Eta Kappa Nu, Honeywell, A.A. Potter, D.D. Ewing) Faculty Award of Excellence in Leadership and Outstanding Commercialization Award from Purdue University Leadership and Commercialization: As Co-Director of the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI), he connects academic, corporate, and healthcare institutions to advance medicine. He co-founded SonarMed, Inc., which developed the FDA-approved breathing tube monitoring system for neonatal care. This technology, now marketed globally by Medtronic, has directly benefited over six million patients worldwide. His contributions highlight a commitment to experiential learning and technology development through strong industry-clinical collaborations.

Andrew LowellView profile

Assistant Professor

• Natural Products Chemistry
• Biosynthetic Enzymes
• Antibiotic Development
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Andrew Lowell is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), affiliated with the College of Science. His research focuses on natural products, biosynthetic enzymes, and their application in developing new antibiotics. He leads the Lowell Lab, which investigates enzymatic catalysts for drug synthesis and combats antibiotic resistance through innovative strategies like bidentate antibiotics. Education: B.S. Chemistry, Washington State University, 2003 M.S./Ph.D. Organic Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania, 2008 Visiting Scholar, University of Pennsylvania, 2009–2012 Postdoctoral Fellow, Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan, 2012–2018 Research Interests: The Lowell group explores natural product discovery, biosynthetic pathway elucidation, and biocatalyst-driven chemical synthesis. Key areas include engineering antibiotic candidates (e.g., blasticidin S derivatives), optimizing pleuromutilin-based drugs, and designing bidentate antibiotics to tackle resistant pathogens like MRSA. They integrate organic chemistry, molecular biology, and computational methods to advance drug development. Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes semisynthetic antibiotic optimization, polyketide synthase engineering, and computational drug design. Key topics include thermorubin synthesis, pleuromutilin epimers, and ribosomal binding studies. Awards: Travel Award, Future of Bioscience (2017) University of Michigan Outstanding Postdoctoral Award (2014–2015) Gardner Stacey Research Endowment (2002–2003) Lab & Future Work: The Lowell Lab at Virginia Tech prioritizes bidentate antibiotic development and enzymatic pathway interrogation. They collaborate on imaging probes for atherosclerosis and investigate glycomaterials with inherent antibacterial properties.

Maria DimakiView profile

Researcher

• Microfabrication
• Dielectrophoresis
• Microfluidics
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Maria Dimaki is a Senior Researcher at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), affiliated with the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine. Her research focuses on microfabrication, dielectrophoresis, microfluidics, and biosensing, with contributions to nanotechnology and biomedical engineering. She holds a PhD in Dielectrophoretic Assembly of Carbon Nanotube Devices from DTU (2004), preceded by studies in Engineering and Physical Science at Imperial College London (2001) and Electrical Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (2000). Her research interests include developing advanced microfluidic systems for biomedical applications, such as pathogen detection, milk analysis, and neural studies. She has supervised multiple PhD students, including projects on photonic sensors, bacterial viability classification, and milk contaminant detection. Her work aligns with UN SDGs, particularly addressing sustainable health and innovation. Recent publications emphasize microfluidic platforms for PCR, impedance-based cytometry, and nanoscale sensor technologies. She has co-invented methods for improving milk sample analysis and has participated in international conferences on microfluidics and analytical miniaturization. Her lab integrates nanotechnology, biosensors, and biomedical engineering for innovative diagnostic solutions.

Dag Trygve Eckhoff WislandView profile

Professor

• Nanoelectronics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Microwave Systems
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Dag Trygve Eckhoff Wisland is a Professor at the Department of Informatics, University of Oslo, affiliated with the Research Group for Nanoelectronic Systems. His research focuses on advanced electronic systems, biomedical sensors, and microwave engineering with applications in medical diagnostics and nanotechnology. Key research interests include nanoelectronics, integrated circuits design, biomedical signal processing, and the development of low-power embedded systems. His work spans topics like CMOS circuit design, radar systems-on-chip, and microwave dielectric sensors for transcutaneous monitoring. Recent publications emphasize differential probing analysis for biomedical applications, 3D-printed microwave absorbers, and secure countermeasures against side-channel attacks in CMOS logic. His contributions also include innovations in impulse radar imaging and low-power analog circuit design.

Wendy SuzukiView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Science
• Brain Plasticity
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Dr. Wendy Suzuki is a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology at New York University's Center for Neural Science and Dean of the College of Arts and Science. She holds a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of California, San Diego (1993). Her research focuses on brain plasticity, particularly the effects of exercise on cognitive functions, including learning, memory, and executive functions. She leads the Suzuki Lab, which investigates how aerobic exercise enhances brain function in healthy adults and clinical populations. Roles: Professor of Neural Science, Dean of Arts and Science, Author Affiliations: NYU Center for Neural Science, NYU College of Arts and Science Her work bridges basic neuroscience and translational research, with studies on memory formation in the medial temporal lobe and exercise's impact on mood, creativity, and neurological conditions. She authored best-selling books like Healthy Brain, Happy Life and Good Anxiety , emphasizing practical neuroscience for everyday well-being. Publications span over 100 articles, focusing on exercise neurobiology, mindfulness, and cognitive enhancement. She actively engages in public science communication through media appearances, TED Talks, and educational initiatives.

Duncan CraigView profile

Professor

• Drug Delivery Systems
• Nanofabrication
• Nanogels
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Professor Duncan Craig is a faculty member in the Faculty of Science at the University of Bath. His research focuses on drug delivery systems using nanofabrication techniques, including nanogels, electrospun systems for taste masking and ocular delivery, and nanocrystals to enhance oral absorption. He leads collaborations with chemical engineers, molecular biologists, and analytical chemists. As director of DQMC Solutions (consultancy) and Gustoceutics (biosensor-based taste assessment), he bridges academic research and industry applications. He is Principal Investigator of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council-funded project 'Fully Automated Platforms for Drug Nanocrystals Manufacturing via Continuous-Flow, Data-Driven Antisolvent Crystallization' (2023-2025). His recent work emphasizes machine learning-guided nanoparticle synthesis, magnetic hyperthermia nanoparticles, and microneedle drug delivery systems for ocular applications. Key research themes include nanoparticle engineering for targeted drug delivery, continuous flow manufacturing innovations, and scalable production of biocompatible materials. His contributions address challenges in pharmaceutical development through interdisciplinary approaches.

• Microfluidics
• Point-of-Care Diagnostics
• Cell Analysis
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Aman Russom is a Professor in Clinical Microfluidics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. His research group develops microfluidic technologies for point-of-care diagnostics, focusing on cell handling, analysis, and separation techniques for biomedical applications. The group works at the intersection of nanotechnology, fluid dynamics, and biomedical engineering to create advanced lab-on-chip systems. Research interests center on developing miniature laboratories for complex biochemical analyses, particularly for blood samples. Key areas include: Automated cell picking and separation techniques Elasto-inertial focusing of nanoparticles Acoustofluidic methods for environmental monitoring Diagnostic platforms for resource-limited settings Recent publications show strong trends in diagnostic microdevice development, with innovations in fiber-based systems, smartphone-integrated platforms, and multiplexed detection methods. Work consistently addresses clinical translation challenges through surface engineering, 3D tracking, and signal enhancement strategies. The group maintains active collaborations with clinical partners and focuses on creating real-world solutions for healthcare and environmental monitoring.

Francesca BottanelliView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cell Biology
• Membrane Trafficking
• Microscopy Techniques
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Francesca Bottanelli is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy at Freie Universität Berlin. She leads the Bottanelli Group focusing on membrane trafficking mechanisms, combining advanced microscopy techniques with molecular biology approaches. Her research explores cargo transport pathways, organelle dynamics, and the role of ARF GTPases in intracellular trafficking. Education : PhD in Biological Sciences, University of Leeds (2011), Advisor: Dr. Jürgen Denecke MSc in Plant, Food and Environmental Biotechnology, University of Milan (2006) BSc in Plant Biotechnology, University of Milan (2004) Research Focus : Bottanelli’s work integrates STED super-resolution microscopy with CRISPR-based technologies to study membrane organization. Key areas include: Actin-driven plasma membrane compartmentalization ARF GTPase regulation in endosomal recycling Development of biosensors for phosphoinositide signaling Dynamic ER-to-Golgi transport mechanisms Publications Trends : Recent work emphasizes novel imaging tools (e.g., Pitstop inhibitors, TurboID tagging) and functional insights into membrane trafficking pathways. Her 2025 FAB-CRISPR method represents an innovative gene editing approach for mammalian cells. Laboratory : The group maintains state-of-the-art microscopy facilities and collaborates on projects involving viral entry mechanisms and organelle crosstalk. Open positions focus on postdoctoral research and PhD training in structural immunology and molecular cell biology.