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Professor Maria Crotty is a clinical academic and rehabilitation physician at Flinders University's College of Medicine and Public Health. She leads a multidisciplinary research group focused on implementing best care models and practices within health and aged care settings, using implementation science approaches to bridge research and clinical care. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Medicine (BMed) BA (Bachelor of Arts) Master of Public Health (MPH) PhD Graduate Diploma in Tertiary Education Fellow of the Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine (FAFRM, RACP) Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) Fellow of the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine (FAFPHM) Professor Crotty has extensive experience running pragmatic randomized controlled trials in hospital, community, and aged care settings. Her research focuses on issues important to clinicians and policymakers working with older people and those living with disabilities. She has developed and evaluated innovative models of care including home rehabilitation, transition care, day rehabilitation, and telerehabilitation, which was implemented in South Australian rehabilitation units in 2017. Her work addresses critical issues such as frailty interventions in hospitals, cognitive impairment in long-term care settings, economic evaluations of rehabilitation programs, and monitoring of pathogen transmission risks in healthcare environments. Her notable scientific awards include: Public Service Medal 2018 (for services to Rehabilitation) Professor Crotty has served as principal supervisor for 8 rehabilitation students. Her research is supported by significant projects including the e-DIVA (empowering Dementia Carers with an iSupport Virtual Assistant) project (2021-2024). She has been actively involved in policy-relevant activities such as 'Primary Care Utilisation Before and After Entry into Permanent Residential Aged Care' and 'The Registry of Senior Australians: Informing Aged Care Policy Reforms.' Her research group operates at the intersection of clinical care and research, embedded within healthcare settings to ensure practical applicability of findings. Through her leadership of the Australasian Rehabilitation Outcomes Centre and previous roles such as unit head of the Rehabilitation Service at Flinders Medical Centre (until March 2022), she has established a robust network for translating research into practice across multiple healthcare settings.

• Implementation Science
• Rehabilitation Medicine
• Aged Care
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Prof. Dr. Maja Vukašinović-Sekulić is a Full Professor at the Department of Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology at the Technical-Metallurgical Faculty, University of Belgrade. She was elected to her current professorial position on October 16, 2023. Her office is located in the large TMF building, office 70, and she can be reached at vukasinovic@tmf.bg.ac.rs or by phone at 011/3303845 ext. 845. Professor Vukašinović-Sekulić specializes in Microbiology, Food Microbiology, Biochemical Engineering, and Biotechnology, with a particular focus on antimicrobial research and fermentation technology. Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as Microbiology and Microbiological Food Analytics, Genetics, Industrial Microbiology, Professional Practice, Technology of Fermented Milk Products, and Pharmaceutical Microbiology. Her research interests center around essential oils and their antimicrobial properties, food safety, probiotics, fermentation processes, and pharmaceutical microbiology. She has supervised numerous doctoral, master's, and undergraduate students whose work has explored the antimicrobial effects of essential oils, particularly against pathogens like Candida albicans, Saccharomyces boulardii, and various bacterial strains. Professor Vukašinović-Sekulić's publication record includes significant contributions to carbohydrate polymers research, particularly in nanocomposite hydrogels, as well as important work on lactic acid production from distillery waste, demonstrating her commitment to sustainable bioprocessing and waste valorization. She has mentored an extensive number of students across multiple academic levels, with recent thesis topics focusing on the application of essential oils in treating candidiasis, comparative antifungal activity of essential oils, antibacterial effects against probiotic strains, and the impact of various factors on antimicrobial activity of essential oils.

• Microbiology
• Food Microbiology
• Biochemical Engineering
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Dr. Matt Castle is a Researcher affiliated with the University of Cambridge , specializing in interdisciplinary approaches to food security and plant sciences. He serves as the Head of Bioinformatics Training and Head of PSLS Biostatistics Initiative within the Department of Plant Sciences . His work spans multiple domains, including plant disease modelling, infectious disease dynamics, and global governance of food systems. Research Themes: Modelling for Food Security, Plant Disease Modelling, Food Landscapes, Political Economy of Hunger His recent publications highlight expertise in ecological and agricultural modelling, with a focus on: Aflatoxin contamination in maize Urban forest pest dynamics Climate-driven range expansions Size-structured ecosystem resilience While his work intersects with food supply chains, land resources, and health, no specific scientific awards or student advisement details were listed in available public records.

• Modelling for Food Security
• Plant Disease Modelling
• Infectious Diseases and Food Security
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Barış Ethem Süzek is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, Muğla Sitki Koçman University. His academic career spans institutions including Middle East Technical University (BS), Johns Hopkins University (MS), and George Mason University (PhD) in Computational Biology. He specializes in bioinformatics and computational biology, focusing on protein informatics, genetic analysis, and machine learning applications in medical research. Education BS: Middle East Technical University - Computer Engineering (1997) MS: Johns Hopkins University - Computer Science (2000) PhD: George Mason University - Computational Biology (2012) His research integrates bioinformatics with molecular dynamics, particularly in host-pathogen interactions, regenerative medicine, and genomic data analysis. He has developed machine learning tools for viral interaction prediction and variant analysis systems. His work with UniProt and cancer Biomedical Informatics Grid projects demonstrates expertise in large-scale biological data integration. Scientific awards include Collaboration, Outstanding Achievement, and Change Agent Awards from the cancer Biomedical Informatics Grid, plus multiple patent recognitions for biomedical systems. He has supervised numerous graduate students in bioinformatics, computational genetics, and forensic biology projects.

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Protein Informatics
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Michael Nothnagel is a Professor at the University of Cologne, where he leads the Department of Statistical Genetics and Bioinformatics within the Cologne Center for Genomics (CCG). His work spans statistical genetics, genetic epidemiology, and forensic genetics, focusing on methodological development and large-scale genomic data analysis. His research interests encompass theoretical and applied statistical genetics, with emphasis on human genetic diversity, disease etiology, and forensic applications. Key areas include Y-chromosomal phylogeography, genome-wide association studies for complex diseases, development of statistical methods for variant interpretation, and forensic marker optimization. His group leverages next-generation sequencing data and specialized forensic markers to address questions in population history, disease mechanisms, and identification systems. Recent publications reveal a strong focus on computational approaches to genetic analysis, including spatial frequency interpolation for haplogroup mapping, polygenic risk score applications for behavioral traits, and advanced methods for variant classification. His work demonstrates consistent integration of statistical theory with practical applications in medical and forensic genetics, often through international collaborations like the VISAGE Consortium. Nothnagel maintains active involvement in the Cologne Center for Genomics, contributing to seminars and collaborative projects including the upcoming 34th International Genetic Epidemiology Society meeting. His research group operates at the intersection of computational biology and medicine, with particular strengths in handling complex genomic datasets and developing novel analytical frameworks for genetic epidemiology.

• Statistical Genetics
• Genetic Epidemiology
• Population Genetics
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Joseph G. Allen is an Associate Professor at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, where he directs the Harvard Healthy Buildings Program and serves as Deputy Director of the Harvard Education and Research Center for Occupational Safety & Health . He holds leadership roles in major public health initiatives including as Commissioner for The Lancet COVID-19 Commission and Scientific Advisor to the White House (2022-2024). His work bridges environmental health, building science, and public policy to advance human health in indoor environments. Education: D.Sc. in Exposure Assessment, Environmental Epidemiology & Biostatistics – Boston University MPH in Environmental Health – Boston University BS in Biology – Boston College Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) Research Focus: Dr. Allen's work centers on indoor environmental quality and its impact on human health. His research examines: 1) Airborne pathogen transmission mitigation strategies, 2) Chemical exposure pathways in built environments, 3) Climate-resilient building design, and 4) Global health equity in environmental interventions. His studies employ field measurements, computational modeling, and epidemiological approaches to develop evidence-based building standards. Publications: His recent 15 publications demonstrate consistent focus on air quality interventions, chemical exposure assessment, and health-focused building design. Key themes include pandemic-responsive ventilation standards, PFAS contamination mitigation, global health equity in environmental interventions, and technological innovations in exposure monitoring. His work appears in both scientific journals and policy-oriented outlets like Harvard Business Review. Awards & Leadership: Scientific Advisor to White House & Massachusetts Governor Chair of Lancet COVID-19 Task Force for Safe Work/Schools/Travel Co-Chair of Harvard Sustainability Committee's 2050 Subcommittee Program Direction: As Director of the Harvard Healthy Buildings Program, Dr. Allen leads interdisciplinary research translating building science into public health practice. The program collaborates with governments and industries worldwide to implement health-focused building standards and exposure reduction strategies.

• Indoor Air Quality
• Healthy Buildings
• Exposure Assessment
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Dr. Yonas Tekle is a Professor of Biology at Spelman College, where he has been a faculty member since 2010. His research laboratory at the Albro-Falconer-Manley Science Center focuses on evolutionary approaches to understanding microbial diversity and infectious diseases. Dr. Tekle received his educational training at prestigious institutions: Ph.D. from Uppsala University, Sweden B.S. from University of Asmara, Eritrea Dr. Tekle's research program implements fundamental principles of evolution to investigate the diversity, origins, and relationships of both medical and non-medical microbes. He is particularly fascinated by interdisciplinary research approaches that address challenging questions affecting everyday life. His laboratory specializes in integrating bioinformatics and phylogenetics with mathematical modeling to understand the evolution and epidemics of infectious diseases. This multidisciplinary approach bridges microbiology, evolutionary biology, computational methods, and public health applications. Analysis of Dr. Tekle's publication record reveals a strong focus on two primary research trajectories: amoeboid organism systematics and evolutionary biology, and mathematical modeling of infectious disease transmission. His earlier work established him as an expert in amoeboid taxonomy and phylogenetics, with numerous publications describing new species and elucidating evolutionary relationships within Amoebozoa. More recently, his research has expanded to include genomic analyses of microbial organisms and sophisticated mathematical models of infectious disease dynamics, particularly focusing on antibiotic-resistant pathogens and vaccination strategies. Dr. Tekle teaches a range of courses including Biological Communities, Evolution and Biodiversity (Bio 110), Cellular & Molecular Biology (BIO 471), Microbial Origins Research (BIO 416), and specialized courses on Microbial Diversity and Evolution (SBIO 491N). He also mentors undergraduate research through SBIO 491. While specific grant information isn't provided in the available materials, his extensive publication record suggests successful research funding and active laboratory operations. Dr. Tekle's laboratory appears to be an active research environment focused on evolutionary microbiology, with particular expertise in amoeboid organisms and infectious disease modeling. His work bridges fundamental evolutionary questions with practical applications for understanding and controlling infectious disease transmission.

• Evolutionary Biology
• Microbiology
• Bioinformatics
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Patricia J. Hilleren is an Associate Professor of Biology and current Department Chair at Skidmore College , Saratoga Springs, NY. Her research focuses on nuclear mRNA quality control systems and gene expression accuracy in eukaryotic cells, using Saccharomyces cerevisiae as a model organism. She earned her PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Biophysics from the University of Minnesota (1997) and completed postdoctoral research at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, University of Arizona (1997-2003). Education: B.S., Microbiology (1987), St. Cloud State University Ph.D., Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Biophysics (1997), University of Minnesota Postdoctoral Research (1997-2003), Howard Hughes Medical Institute, University of Arizona Courses Taught: Liberal Sciences I Molecular Cell Biology (BI 242) Chromatin Structure, Maintenance and Function (BI 360) mRNA Synthesis, Processing, and Turnover (BI 363) Research Interests: Hilleren investigates nuclear quality control systems that ensure accurate gene expression, focusing on how defective pre-mRNAs are recognized, retained at transcription sites, and removed in eukaryotic cells. Her work addresses fundamental cellular mechanisms through yeast genetics and molecular biology approaches. Publication Trends: Her research spans RNA biology, gene expression regulation, and mRNA surveillance systems. Key themes include nuclear RNA processing errors, cytoplasmic degradation pathways, and molecular mechanisms of mRNA quality control in Saccharomyces cerevisiae . Contact: Office: Biology Department - CIS 210A Phone: (518) 580-8301 Email: phillere@skidmore.edu Office Hours: Tuesdays 10:30am-12noon, Thursdays 2:15pm-3:30pm

• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
• RNA Biology
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Professor Pilar Fernandez-Ibanez is a distinguished Professor in Environmental Engineering at Ulster University's School of Engineering. She previously served as Head of Group at Plataforma Solar de Almería of CIEMAT in Spain before joining Ulster University. Her academic career spans multiple institutions across Spain and the UK, with a strong focus on solving global water challenges. She holds a PhD in Applied Physics (2004) and a Bachelor's degree in Theoretical Physics (1994), both from the University of Granada. Her professional journey includes significant roles at CIEMAT as Research Assistant, Research Fellow, Senior Researcher, and ultimately Head of Group. Professor Fernandez-Ibanez's research primarily focuses on low-cost technologies for water purification, photochemical and advanced oxidation processes for removing microbiological pathogens and hazardous chemical contaminants, and decentralized technologies for drinking water in developing communities. Her work directly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean water and sanitation. Her extensive publication record includes 182 peer-reviewed articles with an h-index of 60 and over 12,000 citations. Her research output demonstrates consistent growth and impact, with recent publications focusing on household-based water disinfection systems, UVC-LED radiation efficacy, and nanomechanical biosensing technologies. Member of the Royal Irish Academy (2024) Fellow of the Institute of Physics-UK and Ireland Fellow of the Higher Education Academy-UK Distinguished Research Awards 2021 University Champion Top 2% of scientists most-cited worldwide (2019) Finalist in the WISE awards 2019 on gender balance in STEM Professor Fernandez-Ibanez has secured substantial research funding, including serving as Principal Investigator on two H2020 projects (REWATERGY and PANIWATER) and a Royal Society International Collaboration Award. She is currently involved in multiple active projects including the AHRC-funded Green Transition Ecosystem and SAFEWATER initiatives. She also serves as Regional Editor for Europe of the Journal of Photochemistry & Photobiology and associate editor for the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering. She actively participates in international collaborations, serving as Ireland's representative to the International Union of Pure and Applied Physics (IUPAP) committee on physics for development. Her research group at Ulster University focuses on developing practical water treatment solutions with real-world impact, particularly for underserved communities.

• Water purification
• Advanced Oxidation Processes
• Photochemical processes
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Dr. Virginia Pedicord is a Principal Investigator at the University of Cambridge's Department of Medicine and the Cambridge Institute of Therapeutic Immunology & Infectious Disease (CITIID). She leads the Pedicord Lab within the Cambridge Immunology Network as a Sir Henry Dale Fellow, a prestigious research fellowship jointly funded by the Royal Society and Wellcome Trust. Her research focuses on understanding the complex interactions between gut microbiota, host immunity, and disease pathogenesis. Dr. Pedicord received her PhD in Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis from Cornell University under the supervision of Dr. James P. Allison at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where she studied CD8+ T cell biology. She completed her postdoctoral training at the Rockefeller University before joining the University of Cambridge in 2018. Her laboratory employs a multi-disciplinary approach combining functional metagenomics, in vivo models, cellular immunology, transcriptomics, and proteomics to investigate how commensal microbes influence host intestinal and systemic physiology. Research focuses on gut microbiota's role in immune responses and pathogen resistance Investigates how gut microbes and microbial metabolites affect resistance to infection Studies local and systemic T cell responses and gut-brain axis of neuronal function Uses functional metagenomics to identify cellular and molecular targets of microbiota-mediated immunity Dr. Pedicord's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on how specific gut bacteria like Enterocloster clostridioformis protect against pathogens such as Salmonella, how microbial metabolites enhance cancer immunotherapy, and the role of the microbiome in various disease contexts including pancreatic cancer and inflammatory bowel disease. Her work bridges fundamental microbiome research with potential therapeutic applications. Scientific Recognition: Sir Henry Dale Fellow (2018) Dr. Pedicord's research program aims to provide mechanistic insights into host-microbiota interactions that will advance our understanding of infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, and cancer, potentially enabling new therapeutic approaches. Her laboratory is situated at the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

• Immunology
• Microbiota
• Host-Pathogen Interaction
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Prof. Dr. Urs Hilber is the Dean of the School of Life Sciences and Facility Management at ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences. He has held leadership roles such as Head of the ZHAW Sustainable Development Focus and Director of multiple Swiss agricultural research institutions. Current affiliations include Au-Konsortium, Eidgenossenschaft, Fructus, grow Cluster, and ZKSD (President of Board of Directors) Education: PhD and MSc in Biology from University of Basel His research focuses on plant pathology , particularly fungicide resistance mechanisms in pathogens like Botryotinia fuckeliana (gray mold) and Venturia inaequalis (apple scab). He pioneered biolistic transformation techniques for fungal genetic studies and developed resistance monitoring strategies for anilinopyrimidines, phenylpyrroles, and dicarboximides. The 15 most recent publications highlight his work on: Fungal taxonomy (Pseudomonas species) PCR-based resistance diagnostics Integrated disease management Genetic variability in plant pathogens

• Plant Pathology
• Fungicide Resistance
• Sustainable Development
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Edward S. Ahn, M.D., is a Professor of Neurosurgery and Pediatrics at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. As a pediatric neurosurgeon, he specializes in minimally invasive techniques for craniosynostosis, fetal surgery for myelomeningocele, and management of pediatric neurovascular disorders like arteriovenous malformations and moyamoya disease. Education: B.A. in Biology and East Asian Studies, Harvard University (1999) M.D., New York University School of Medicine (2000) Internship in General Surgery, University of Maryland Medical Center (2001) Residency in Neurosurgery, University of Maryland Medical Center (2006) Fellowship in Pediatric Neurosurgery, Children’s Hospital (2007) Dr. Ahn’s research focuses on improving surgical outcomes for children with neurosurgical conditions, including craniosynostosis , hydrocephalus , and Chiari malformation . He pioneered image-based craniometric diagnostics for early craniosynostosis detection and explores telehealth applications for neonatal cranial screening. His recent work analyzes machine learning integration in surgical diagnostics. His publications span pediatric neurosurgical outcomes , fetal interventions , and vascular anomaly management . Dr. Ahn serves on editorial boards for Journal of Neurosurgery: Pediatrics and Child's Nervous System , and has received multiple Top Doctor recognitions since 2011. He also contributes to surgical education as Director of Neurosurgical Medical Student Education at Johns Hopkins University (2013–2014).

• Pediatric Neurosurgery
• Neurovascular Surgery
• Fetal Surgery
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Dr. Alejandro Banda serves as Clinical Professor in the Department of Pathobiology and Population Medicine at Mississippi State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, while concurrently holding the position of Executive Director for the MSU Veterinary Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (MVRDLS). He leads the poultry and mammalian virology laboratories and oversees the vivarium operations, directing critical diagnostic and research functions. His educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology from the University of Georgia (2002) D.V.M. from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (1998) M.S. in Veterinary Medicine from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (1996) Dr. Banda's research centers on veterinary virology with specialized expertise in poultry disease diagnostics and wildlife pathogen surveillance . His work bridges laboratory science with field applications, particularly in chronic wasting disease (CWD) ecology and avian influenza epidemiology. He employs advanced genomic techniques like iSeq100 and MinION sequencing for pathogen characterization, focusing on practical solutions for agricultural and wildlife health challenges. His investigations frequently address immunosuppressive diseases in poultry production systems and novel disease transmission pathways in wild species. Recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward environmental disease surveillance methodologies, particularly leveraging natural animal behaviors for non-invasive CWD monitoring in deer populations. His work simultaneously addresses critical poultry health issues including neurologic diseases in commercial flocks and parasitic infections in exotic avian species, reflecting dual expertise in domestic animal medicine and wildlife disease ecology. Dr. Banda actively directs laboratory operations at MVRDLS, managing the poultry virology section, mammalian virology laboratory, and vivarium facilities. His leadership integrates diagnostic services with research initiatives focused on emerging pathogens affecting both agricultural and wildlife populations in Mississippi and beyond.

• Diagnostic poultry virology
• Immunosuppressive diseases of poultry
• Veterinary virology
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Travis B. Thompson, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Texas Tech University, leading the TM4 (Texas Tech Translational and Theoretical Mathematical Modeling and Machine Learning in Medicine) research group. His academic journey includes postdoctoral work at Rice University, Simula Research Laboratory, and the University of Oxford, focusing on mathematics applied to neurodegenerative diseases. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics from Texas A&M University (2013) Dr. Thompson develops theoretical mathematical models and applies scientific computing and machine learning to study neurological pathologies, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. His work explores complex biological processes on networks, translational healthcare applications, and nutritional security implications. Current research trends integrate neuroimaging data with finite element simulations to model tau progression , amyloid beta dynamics , and glymphatic clearance in age-related diseases. Scientific awards and honors were not explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. Dr. Thompson’s interdisciplinary approach connects computational neuroscience with biomedical engineering , utilizing techniques like diffusion tensor imaging and level set methods to analyze pathological protein spread and brain tissue mechanics . The TM4 research group focuses on network neurodegeneration , personalized medicine , and machine learning diagnostics . Their work spans from microfluidic cancer detection to computational modeling of brain clearance mechanisms , addressing challenges in both neurodegenerative diseases and biomedical engineering through rigorous mathematical frameworks.

• Mathematical Modeling
• Scientific Computing
• Machine Learning in Medicine
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Dr. Z. Hugh Fan is a Distinguished Professor at the University of Florida, affiliated with the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Chemistry. He directs the Microfluidics and BioMEMS Laboratory and previously led the Interdisciplinary Microsystems Group (2021-2023). B.Sc., Yangzhou University Ph.D., University of Alberta His research spans microfluidics, BioMEMS, and biomedical sensors, focusing on applications in pathogen detection , cancer diagnostics , flexible electronics , and environmental monitoring . Recent projects include paper-based diagnostic devices and thermally actuated microvalves. His 2024-2018 publications reveal trends in lab-on-a-chip systems for rapid diagnostics, with keywords including biomedical engineering, fluid dynamics, and nucleic acid analysis. E.T.S. Walton Award (2009) Fraunhofer-Bessel Award (2010) NIH Career Award (2011) Elected Fellow: AAAS, ASME, AIMBE Dr. Fan serves on editorial boards of Microsystems & Nanoengineering and Scientific Reports . His lab has mentored 4 Ph.D. students and 3 undergraduates as of December 2024.

• Microfluidics
• BioMEMS
• Biomedical Engineering
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