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Amol PatilView profile

Researcher

• Textile Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Sustainable Chemistry
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Amol Patil is a Research Engineer at the Institute for Frontier Materials (IFM), Deakin University, Australia. He holds an MTech in Textiles from IIT Delhi and a PhD in Textiles from Deakin University. His career spans industrial experience in Quality Assurance, R&D, and Product Development, followed by academic research focused on dyeing and finishing of textiles , environmental impact of textiles , and sustainable chemistry in fibre manufacturing . A key collaborator in industrial projects, he works on fibre-to-fibre recycling and microplastic pollution mitigation in laundry processes. Education: MTech (IIT Delhi), PhD (Deakin University) Affiliation: Institute for Frontier Materials, Deakin University Collaborations: ARC Research Hub for Functional and Sustainable Fibres, HeiQ-Marine Bioproducts (MBCRC) Research Trends The 15 most recent articles highlight his expertise in conductive polymers applied to cotton and polyester textiles, with implications for EMI shielding , gas sensing transducers , and smart materials . Topics include durable antimicrobial finishes , superhydrophobic treatments , and atmospheric aging resistance in textiles. His work bridges chemical engineering and environmental sustainability, particularly in reducing water usage and microplastic release during laundry.

Justin EnglishView profile

Assistant Professor

• Directed Evolution
• Protein Engineering
• Molecular Tool Development
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Justin English serves as Assistant Professor of Biochemistry at the University of Utah School of Medicine, where he develops molecular tools to investigate human health and disease mechanisms through directed evolution and protein engineering approaches. Education: B.A. from Cornell University Ph.D. from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Research Focus: Dr. English's laboratory specializes in Directed Evolution and Protein Engineering to create molecular tools for studying G-protein Coupled Receptors (GPCRs) , cell signaling pathways , and neuroscience applications . His work integrates synthetic biology with classical pharmacology to develop innovative platforms like VEGAS for mammalian cell evolution and TRUPATH for GPCR transducerome analysis, with significant implications for drug discovery and therapeutic development. Publication Trends: Analysis of his 2019-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on GPCR biology, featuring breakthroughs in biosensor development (nanobody-based receptor monitoring), chemogenetic tools (BioTAC system), and high-throughput screening platforms. His research demonstrates strong translational potential in neuroscience, particularly through engineered mouse models for psychedelic drug studies and molecular tools for mapping small-molecule interactomes. Research Environment: Dr. English leads an active laboratory within the University of Utah's Department of Biochemistry, leveraging institutional core facilities for biochemical and molecular studies. His research program maintains strong collaborative ties with neuroscience and pharmacology groups, with ongoing projects focused on advancing molecular engineering techniques for biomedical applications as detailed on his lab website.

Daniel OropezaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Additive Manufacturing
• Materials Science
• Aerospace Engineering
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Dr. Daniel Oropeza is an Assistant Professor in the Materials Department at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), within the College of Engineering. His research focuses on advancing materials and manufacturing technologies for aerospace systems and extreme environments, emphasizing process-microstructure-property relationships. He leads the Materials and Manufacturing for Aerospace and Extremes (MMAX) Lab, which develops novel techniques for powder synthesis, additive manufacturing, and ceramic processing. Education: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (MIT, 2021) M.S. in Aeronautics and Astronautics (Stanford, 2014) B.S. in Aerospace Engineering (UT Austin, 2012) Research Interests: His work spans powder synthesis (e.g., ultrasonic atomization of refractory alloys), additive manufacturing (porous materials, reactive binder jetting), and functional ceramics for applications in hypersonics, space propulsion, and robotics. The MMAX Lab integrates material science, mechanical engineering, and advanced manufacturing testbeds to enable responsive manufacturing solutions. Awards & Grants: LLNL Early Career UC Faculty Initiative Award (2024) Global Young Investigator Award (ACerS, 2025) ONR Grant for Ultrasonic Atomization Research (2024) CNSI Challenge Grant for UC M 2 ADE Consortium (2024) Advising & Labs: He mentors a team of graduate and undergraduate students in the MMAX Lab, focusing on projects like NASA-funded research on refractory metal alloys for space propulsion. The lab collaborates with national labs (e.g., LLNL) and industry partners to bridge fundamental research and applied technologies. Labs/Teams: MMAX Lab develops custom equipment for powder bed fusion, nanoparticle jetting, and reactive binder jetting systems. Current projects include ultra-high temperature ceramics (UHTCs) for extreme environments and multi-material manufacturing for defense and energy applications.

Karim SabraView profile

Professor

• Acoustics
• Structural Health Monitoring
• Biomechanics
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Dr. Karim Sabra is a Professor at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering , Georgia Institute of Technology, specializing in Acoustics and Dynamics . He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (2003) and joined Georgia Tech in 2007 as an Assistant Professor. His research integrates theoretical and experimental approaches to study wave propagation in diverse fields including structural health monitoring, biomechanics, and ocean acoustics. Key areas of focus include passive imaging techniques using ambient noise and diffuse wave fields, with applications in non-invasive monitoring of mechanical systems and seismoacoustic environments. Education: Ph.D., University of Michigan, 2003 M.S., University of Michigan, 2000 M.Sc., École Nationale Supérieure de Techniques Avancées (France), 2000 Research Interests: Dr. Sabra’s work spans acoustics, structural health monitoring, biomechanical systems evaluation, underwater acoustics, and geophysics . Recent projects include developing passive elastography techniques for soft tissues using physiological vibrations and exploring ambient noise-based tomography for ocean environments. His interdisciplinary approach bridges multi-scale engineering challenges with multi-wave tools (acoustical, electrical, optical). Publications: His work focuses on advanced acoustic technologies, including underwater communication systems, passive acoustic identification tags, and ray-based tomography methods. Themes include seamount effects on sound propagation, machine learning for acoustic modeling, and environmental sensing using shipping noise. Awards: R. Bruce Lindsay Award (2011) Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America (2007) Institute of Acoustics A.B. Wood Medal (2009) Advising & Grants: Dr. Sabra mentors graduate students in acoustics and wave phenomena, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. His research is supported by grants focused on underwater acoustics, environmental sensing, and biomedical applications. Labs/Teams: His research group develops novel sensors and algorithms for oceanographic and biomedical applications, collaborating with industry and academic partners.

Constant HakView profile

Assistant Professor

• Room Acoustics
• Hall Acoustics
• Acoustic Measurement Techniques
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Constant Hak is an Assistant Professor with the Building Acoustics research group at the Department of Built Environment, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His work focuses on reducing adverse health effects caused by human-induced noise while promoting positively perceived sound environments through computational and experimental acoustic methods. Dr. Hak specializes in room and hall acoustics, developing advanced acoustic measurement techniques based on impulse responses. His research includes analyzing how orchestra members influence stage acoustic parameters across multiple concert hall stages and orchestra pits, as well as creating methods for accurate impulse response measurements in large open-air theaters. Software and measuring equipment developed by Hak is used worldwide for research and engineering applications. His recent publications demonstrate expertise spanning building acoustics, plasma physics, and indoor environmental quality measurement. The research shows consistent focus on measurement techniques, with applications in architectural acoustics, concert hall design, and educational tools for environmental quality assessment. Dr. Hak teaches multiple courses including Architectural Acoustics, The Science of Sound, Techniques in Architectural Acoustics, and various Master's projects related to Building Physics and Services. His educational work includes developing the SvS (Senses versus Sensors) device, which helps students understand indoor environmental quality through hands-on measurement of temperature, humidity, light, and sound.

Christoph LeitnerView profile

Research Fellow

• Convergent Technologies
• Ultrasonics
• Machine Learning
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Dr. Christoph Leitner is a Research Fellow at ETH Zurich's Integrated Systems Laboratory under Prof. Luca Benini, focusing on biomedical and IoT applications. His work integrates printed piezoelectric transducers and flexible electronics with energy-efficient systems. He holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from TU Graz (2022) and has collaborated with institutions like Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies and KTH Stockholm. Notable achievements include the Josef Krainer Young Researcher Award and Motorik Scholarship. Leitner's research spans ultrasonics, machine learning, and wearable devices, with contributions to muscle-tendon dynamics and real-time biofeedback systems. Education: PhD in Biomedical Engineering, TU Graz (2022), Advisor: Prof. Christian Baumgartner Previous roles: University Assistant (2006–2011) and R&D Engineer at Virtual Vehicle GmbH Research Interests: Convergent technologies merging biomedical engineering and IoT Ultrasound-based monitoring for musculoskeletal systems Energy-efficient embedded systems for wearable applications Collaborations & Awards: Recipient of Josef Krainer Young Researcher Award (2023) and Motorik Scholarship (2018) Active collaborations with University of Zurich, Veterinary University of Vienna, and Queensland University of Technology Labs & Projects: Integrated Systems Laboratory at ETH Zurich Developed a patented ultrasound-transparent tattoo-based SEMG system with Prof. Francesco Greco

Gabriele SchragView profile

Professor

• MEMS Technology
• Microfluidics
• Acoustic Sensors
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Prof. Gabriele Schrag holds the Professorship of Microsensors and Actuators at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), within the TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology. Her research focuses on MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems), including microsensors, actuators, and their applications in acoustics, microfluidics, and bioengineering. She has pioneered work in virtual prototyping for system-level modeling to enhance device robustness and performance. Education: PhD (summa cum laude) from TUM on 'Modeling coupled effects in microsystems' Habilitation in sensor systems technology (2018) Acting head of the Chair of Technical Electrophysics (2018-2023) Research emphasizes acoustic MEMS transducers , electrohydrodynamic printing , and physics-based modeling . Notable projects include developing piezoelectric MEMS microphones with corrugated membranes and integrated micropump systems. Awards include the Bavarian Prize for Good Teaching (2021) and Eurosensors Fellow Award (2019). Her work bridges virtual prototyping with real-world applications , addressing challenges in miniaturization, energy efficiency, and sensor integration for medical and industrial systems.

Per AugustssonView profile

Associate Professor

• Acoustofluidics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Fluid Mechanics
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Per Augustsson is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at Lund University's Division for Biomedical Engineering (Faculty of Engineering, LTH). He leads the Acoustofluidics group and serves as Principal Investigator at NanoLund: Centre for Nanoscience. He is affiliated with LTH Profile Areas in Engineering Health, Nanoscience, Photon Science, and LU's Light and Materials initiative. His research focuses on acoustofluidic technologies for biomedical applications, including ultrasound-driven cell/nanoparticle separation, with contributions to UN Sustainable Development Goals. He has secured grants from the Swedish Research Council and Horizon Europe. Research Interests: Acoustofluidics : Designing devices that use ultrasonic waves to manipulate microscopic objects (e.g., blood cells, nanoparticles) in fluids. Microfluidics : Developing lab-on-a-chip systems for biomedical diagnostics. Thermoacoustic Phenomena : Investigating heat-induced fluid motion for precision control in microsystems. Recent Work Trends: Recent publications (2024–2025) highlight advancements in high-energy acoustofluidic devices, label-free cell separation techniques, and real-time acoustic streaming analysis. His work bridges physics and engineering to address challenges in precision medicine and nanotechnology. Awards: Ingvar Carlsson Award (2017) The Phabian Award (2013) Lund University Faculty of Engineering PhD Thesis of the Year (2011) Grants & Projects: - Microscale Thermoacoustic Streaming (Swedish Research Council, 2025–2030) - BLOODFLOW: Acoustic Whole Blood Imaging (Horizon Europe, 2024–2026) - Single-Cell Mechanical Fingerprint (2024–2025 grant) Infrastructure: Manages Micro Particle Imaging Velocimetry (µPIV) and Confocal Microscopy facilities for fluid dynamics analysis.

Róisín M. OwensView profile

Professor

• Bioelectronics
• Biosensors
• Tissue Engineering
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Professor Róisín M. Owens serves as Professor of Bioelectronics within the Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at the University of Cambridge. Her research program centers on developing integrated in vitro systems that combine biological models with advanced monitoring methodologies to study human biology through minimally invasive approaches. Her work spans three interconnected research strands: Basic understanding of biological material-transducer interfaces Development of 3D models incorporating fluidics and electronics Application of 3D in vitro systems to investigate human pathologies Specializing in electroactive materials that bridge rigid transducers and compliant biological tissues, her research enables biomimetic probing of biological systems. Key focus areas include bioelectronics, biosensors, tissue engineering, and biomedical engineering, with particular emphasis on creating physiologically relevant models for medical research. Professor Owens leads the BioElectronic System Technologies research group and maintains active laboratory operations at the Cambridge West campus (Philippa Fawcett Drive). Her direct contact channels include telephone (+44 (0)1223 763969) and email (rmo37@cam.ac.uk), reflecting her current operational status within the department.

• Integrated optics
• Silica and diamond-based photonics
• Optical sensing networks
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Professor Francois Ladouceur is a distinguished academic at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where he serves in the Faculty of Engineering, specifically within the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications. With a career spanning over three decades, Professor Ladouceur has established himself as a leading expert in photonics, optical engineering, and neural interfaces. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Optical Communication from The Australian National University (1992) Masters in Solid State Physics from École Polytechnique, Montréal, Canada (1987) B. Eng. in Engineering Physics from École Polytechnique, Montréal, Canada (1985) Professor Ladouceur's research spans several cutting-edge areas in photonics and optical engineering. His work focuses on integrated optics, silica and diamond-based photonics, optical sensing networks, and photonics-based brain/machine interfaces. He has made significant contributions to both fundamental waveguide theory and applied integrated optics, introducing innovative approaches to waveguide path design that have improved the size and ease of design of integrated optics devices. His recent work has particularly emphasized the development of liquid crystal-based optical electrodes for neural interfacing and brain/machine interfaces. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward biomedical applications of photonics, particularly in neural interfaces and optrode technology. His research has evolved from fundamental optical engineering to practical applications in healthcare, with a focus on developing novel optical sensing technologies for electrophysiological measurements. The interdisciplinary nature of his work combines optical engineering, materials science, and biomedical engineering to create innovative solutions for neural interfacing. Professor Ladouceur has secured significant research funding through multiple prestigious grants: ARC Discovery (DP200102825): "A Multi-Optrode Array for Closed-Loop Bionics" ($495k) NHMRC Ideas Grant (APP2002282): "Re-engineering the Future of Electrophysiological Measurements" ($732k) ARC Discovery 2016 (DP160104625): "Design of an optrode for next generation brain-machine interfaces" ($457.6k) CRC Project 2016: "High performance optical telemetry system for ocean monitoring" ($1,014,320) US Office of Naval Research: "Multi-Optrode Array for Neural Interfacing" (US$360,000) Professor Ladouceur has extensive experience in translating research into practical applications, having founded Bandwidth Foundry Pty Ltd after raising approximately $20 million from private and public sources. His work bridges the gap between academic research and commercial applications, with a particular focus on developing novel hybrid opto-electronics devices from initial design through to commercial realization. He collaborates extensively with researchers across disciplines, particularly with Professor Nigel Lovell and other colleagues in biomedical engineering. His laboratory focuses on developing optical technologies for neural interfaces, with current projects including multi-optrode arrays for brain-machine interfaces, optical telemetry systems for various sensing applications, and diamond-based photonic structures. The research group maintains strong connections with industry partners and defense organizations, applying photonics solutions to real-world problems in healthcare, mining safety, and ocean monitoring.

Henrik Myhre JensenView profile

Professor

• Mechanics of Materials
• Solid Mechanics
• Mechanical Engineering
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Henrik Myhre Jensen is a Professor at the College of Engineering , Aarhus University, specializing in Mechanics of Materials , Solid Mechanics , and Mechanical Engineering . His research focuses on fracture mechanics, composite materials, and computational modeling of structural behaviors. Research Focus Fracture mechanics in composites and layered materials Computational modeling of kink band propagation Surface wear and coating technologies Ultrasound imaging applications in mechanical systems Notable Contributions Henrik has contributed to understanding crack propagation in cantilever beams, developed numerical methods for simulating delamination in composites, and explored buckling instabilities in solids. His recent work connects machine learning (holomorphic neural networks) to traditional fracture mechanics problems. Key Projects MAGFLY (2017-2021): Magnets for Flywheel Energy Storage InnoVacc (2009): Pressure Testing of Vacuum Chambers Simulation of composite structures (2011-2020): Micro-mechanical modeling

• Biomedical Acoustics
• Acoustic Cavitation
• Therapeutic Ultrasound
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Dr. Kenneth Bader is an Associate Professor in the Department of Radiology at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine. He leads the Biomedical Acoustics Development and Engineering Research Laboratory (BADER Lab), focusing on translating therapeutic ultrasound into clinical applications for non-invasive treatment of cardiovascular and cancerous diseases. His work bridges physics, engineering, and medicine, with emphasis on developing innovative ultrasound-based therapies. Education: B.S. in Physics from Grand Valley State University (2005), Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Mississippi (2011) Current Funding: Principal Investigator on two major NIH R01 grants (R01EB035230 and R01HL133334) totaling nearly a decade of continuous research support Lab Affiliation: BADER Lab (baderlab.uchicago.edu) Dr. Bader's research centers on acoustic cavitation and histotripsy for combinatorial ablation and enhanced drug delivery strategies targeting pathologies resistant to standard interventions. He develops multi-modal imaging approaches combining diagnostic ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging to assess bubble activity and resultant tissue changes. His work spans fundamental bubble dynamics modeling to translational applications in thrombosis and cancer treatment. Key areas include chronic thrombus ablation, histotripsy-enhanced drug delivery, sonochemical reactions for cancer therapy, and MR-guided transurethral prostate ablation. His publication record demonstrates consistent productivity with over 40 publications since 2012, showing an upward trajectory with 25 publications in the last five years (2020-2025). His work appears in high-impact journals including IEEE Transactions on Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics, and Frequency Control; Physics in Medicine & Biology; and Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine. His research shows strong interdisciplinary collaboration across engineering, physics, radiology, and vascular medicine. Dr. Bader serves as Principal Investigator on two major NIH-funded projects: Imaging Feedback for Histotripsy Renal Tumor Ablation (2024-2028) and Treatment of chronic venous thrombosis with histotripsy and thrombolytics (2017-2028). These projects represent significant sustained funding for developing ultrasound-based therapies for cancer and vascular diseases. His work has generated substantial interest in the scientific community, with multiple publications receiving over 50 citations, particularly his foundational work on bubble dynamics in histotripsy. The BADER Lab represents a hub for ultrasound research at the University of Chicago, developing both theoretical models and practical applications of therapeutic ultrasound. The lab focuses on translating laboratory discoveries into clinical practice, with particular emphasis on making treatments more effective while minimizing invasiveness. Current work includes developing AI approaches for ultrasound image analysis, novel transducer designs, and combination therapies that leverage both mechanical and biochemical effects of ultrasound.

Shad RoundyView profile

Associate Professor

• Energy Harvesting
• Wireless Power Transfer
• MEMS
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Shad Roundy is an Associate Professor at the University of Utah , holding dual appointments in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within the College of Engineering . He directs the Integrated Self-Powered Sensing Lab , focusing on energy harvesting, wireless power transfer, and ubiquitous sensing systems. PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (2003) Senior Lecturer, Australian National University (postdoctoral) His research bridges mechanical design , smart materials , and sensor networks , with significant contributions to: Self-powered biomedical implants Wearable health-monitoring devices Underground agricultural sensor networks MEMS sensor development His 15 most recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary work spanning wireless power transfer for soil sensors, flexoelectric materials, and disease severity assessment via wearables. Articles emphasize energy efficiency , novel transducer designs , and environmental sensor applications . Scientific recognition includes: NSF CAREER Award for magnetoelectric implant powering Associate Editor, Smart Materials and Structures and International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing-Green Technology Research funded by National Science Foundation , NASA , and industry partners through the ASSIST Engineering Research Center . Publications highlight collaborations across biomedical, agricultural, and wearable technology domains.

• Human–robot interaction
• Spoken language processing
• Image and audio processing
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Tetsunori Kobayashi is a Professor in the School of Fundamental Science and Engineering at Waseda University, Japan, where he has served since 1997. He is renowned for pioneering research in human–robot interaction, spoken language processing, and multimodal conversational systems, leading to over 230 refereed papers and an h-index of 35 (Google Scholar). Education: 1980 B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering, Waseda University 1982 M.Eng. and 1985 Dr.Eng. from Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Waseda University Research Interests: His work spans intelligent robotics , perceptual information processing , pattern recognition , image and audio processing , and conversational AI . He develops algorithms for real-time dialogue systems, multi-party conversation facilitation robots, and non-autoregressive speech recognition leveraging CTC and pre-trained language models. Recent Publication Trends: Since 2020 his group has advanced non-autoregressive end-to-end ASR (Mask-CTC, Intermpl, BECTRA), noise-robust attention , multi-look-ahead conversational ASR , and neural speaker diarization . They integrate BERT-style pre-training with CTC losses to accelerate inference while maintaining accuracy. Parallel work explores vision-and-language topics such as scene-graph generation, video semantic indexing, and personalized summarization for spoken news delivery. Scientific Awards: IEICE Fellow 2023 – for multi-modal multi-party conversation research IPSJ Fellow 2016 – for pioneering robot conversation studies JST Award for Academic Start-ups 2024 Best Paper Awards from IEICE, IEEE BTAS, ACM SIGGRAPH VRCAI, and several IPSJ workshop prizes Advising & Grants: He has mentored dozens of PhD and Master’s students who now lead in academia and industry. Major funded projects include JST CREST on conversational robotics, NEDO and JST-support for AI-based speech interfaces, and industry collaborations with NHK, OKI, and NEC. Labs & Teams: Kobayashi heads the Perceptual Computing Laboratory at Waseda, conducting interdisciplinary research with domestic and international partners such as MIT, ATR, and NHK Science & Technology Labs.

Michael DanieleView profile

Associate Professor

• Bioelectronics Engineering
• Wearable Biosensors
• Microphysiological Systems
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Michael Daniele is an Associate Professor at North Carolina State University, jointly appointed in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and the Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering . His research focuses on bioelectronics engineering, particularly in developing microsystems for monitoring, mimicking, and augmenting biological functions. He leads the @BiointerfaceLab , exploring wearable/implantable biosensors, microphysiological systems, and process analytical technologies for biomanufacturing. Education : Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering (Clemson University, 2012) Bachelor's in Materials Science & Engineering (Rutgers University, 2009) Research Highlights : Developing "injury-on-a-chip" models for coagulation studies Pioneering hydrogel microneedles for diagnostic devices Advancing light-controlled peptide ligands for protein purification Collaborating with Novartis on viral vector manufacturing Award Recognition : 2024 William F. Lane Outstanding Teaching Award 2019 NSF CAREER Award 2022 University Faculty Scholar Grants & Initiatives : Co-leader of the NC-Viral Vector Initiative (2023–present) NSF-funded projects in biosensor integration and biomanufacturing His work bridges engineering and medicine, with applications in gene therapy, wearable diagnostics, and precision agriculture.