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Michel M. Maharbiz is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of California, Berkeley. He leads research on miniaturized bioelectronic interfaces, including neural dust implants and cyborg insects. He holds affiliations with the Berkeley Sensor & Actuator Center (BSAC), Center for Neural Engineering & Prostheses (CNEP), and SWARM Lab. His education includes a Ph.D. in EECS from UC Berkeley (2003) and a B.S. in EE from Cornell University (1997). Maharbiz's research integrates MEMS, ultrasonic systems, and synthetic biology to develop wireless neural interfaces, implantable sensors, and biohybrid devices. Key focus areas are neural dust technology for peripheral nerve recording, magnetoelastic strain sensors for medical applications, and electrochemical biosensing using bacterial flagellar motors. His publications emphasize neural interfaces, ultrasonic implants, and biomedical monitoring. Recent articles explore ultrasonic power delivery (2025), radiation detectors for oncology (2025), and fracture-healing smart plates (2019). Trends include miniaturization of wireless implants, closed-loop therapeutic systems, and novel biomaterials. Scientific Awards: McKnight Technological Innovations in Neuroscience Award (2017) Chan-Zuckerberg Biohub Investigator (2017) NSF CAREER Award (2009) MIT TR10 Top Emerging Technology (2009) Bakar Fellows Spark Award (2012) He directs the Maharbiz Lab, advancing neural dust and bioelectronic interfaces. Projects include impedance-based fracture monitoring, carbon fiber neural arrays, and hernia repair sensors. Funding includes NSF and industry partnerships for implantable device development.

• Neural Interfaces
• Micro/Nano Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)
• Biosystems & Computational Biology
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Bradley Olsen is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), holding the Alexander and I. Michael (1960) Kasser Chair in Chemical Engineering. He is affiliated with MIT's School of Engineering and directs research in the Plastics and the Environment Program. His academic career spans over two decades with numerous prestigious appointments and recognitions. Olsen earned his S.B. from MIT in 2003 followed by a Ph.D. from the University of California Berkeley in 2007. His educational background is complemented by postdoctoral fellowships including NIH and Beckman Institute Postdoctoral Fellowships (2008-2009) and the Hertz Fellowship (2003-2007). Research Interests Professor Olsen's research focuses on designing materials to address important challenges while understanding the fundamental science necessary for materials design. His primary research areas include block copolymers, soft condensed matter physics, protein-based materials, and bioelectronics. His group specializes in polymer networks, protein-polymer conjugates, self-assembly phenomena, and sustainable polymer development. The research has significant implications for biomaterials, sustainable polymers, and advanced materials design. Publication Trends Analysis of Professor Olsen's recent publications reveals a strong focus on polymer network topology, protein-polymer conjugates, and sustainable materials. His work increasingly integrates computational methods with experimental approaches, particularly in polymer characterization and data science applications to materials science. Recent publications show growing emphasis on biodegradable polymers, polymer informatics, and biomedical applications of advanced materials. Scientific Recognition Professor Olsen has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, including: American Physical Society (APS) Fellow (2023) Fulbright Amazonia Scholar (2023) Alexander and I. Michael Kasser Chair in Chemical Engineering (2021) ACS Macro Letters/Biomacromolecules/Macromolecules Young Investigator Award (2021) AIChE Owens Corning Early Career Award (2019) American Physical Society Dillon Medal (2018) Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellow in Chemistry (2014) Advising and Funding Professor Olsen has secured significant research funding from multiple federal agencies including NSF, NIH, AFOSR, and DOE. His group has produced numerous high-impact publications across top journals in polymer science, materials science, and chemistry. He has advised multiple graduate students and postdoctoral researchers who have gone on to successful careers in academia and industry. The MIT OGE's Committed to Caring Honor (2019) recognizes his excellence in graduate student mentoring. Research Infrastructure Professor Olsen leads a research group with capabilities spanning polymer synthesis, protein engineering, materials characterization, and computational modeling. His lab maintains strong collaborations with other MIT departments, national laboratories, and international research institutions. The group participates in several interdisciplinary initiatives including the Plastics and the Environment Program and has developed significant data infrastructure for polymer science through projects like CRIPT and BigSMARTS.

• Polymer Science
• Materials Engineering
• Soft Condensed Matter Physics
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Rainer Haag is a Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Freie Universität Berlin, leading the Haag Group in the Institute of Chemistry and Biochemistry. His research focuses on biodegradable and sustainable materials, dynamic hydrogels, and polymeric nanosystems for biomedical applications. Department of Chemistry, Freie Universität Berlin Member of SFB 1449: Dynamic Hydrogels at Biointerfaces Collaborator in the StemGel startup project Co-founder of CSR|Berlin interdisciplinary research institute Research Interests: Development of stimuli-responsive polymers, multivalent virus inhibitors, and functional biointerfaces. Key projects include: Antiviral coatings using heteromultivalent polymers Thermoresponsive hydrogels for stem cell expansion Graphene derivatives for bacterial capture and disinfection Lignin upcycling for sustainable resin materials Supramolecular nanosystems for drug delivery Publication Trends highlight interdisciplinary work in polymer chemistry, nanotechnology, and biomedical applications. Recent articles focus on: 2D polyglycerols for virus interactions Redox-responsive nanogels Mucus-inspired adhesive hydrogels Tumor-targeting micelles Bacterial disinfection using graphene composites Labs & Collaborations include the Polymeric and Supramolecular Nanosystems subgroup, the Dynamic Hydrogels and Biointerfaces team, and partnerships with MIT in developing bioinspired adhesives. His group contributes to DFG-funded SFB 1449 and CSR|Berlin initiatives.

• Biodegradable Materials
• Sustainable Polymer Chemistry
• Dynamic Hydrogels
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Matthew L Becker is the Hugo L Blomquist Distinguished Professor of Chemistry at Duke University, with additional appointments in Mechanical Engineering and Material Science, and Biomedical Engineering. His research focuses on polymer chemistry, bioconjugate chemistry, molecular imaging, additive manufacturing, and degradable materials for bone, soft tissue, neural, and vascular tissue engineering. Education: B.S. from Northwest Missouri State University (1998), M.A. (2000) and Ph.D. (2003) from Washington University in St. Louis Research interests include developing tunable degradable polymers for flexible electronics, tissue engineering (bone, neural, vascular), and additive manufacturing. His group is pioneering 3D printing of bioresorbable medical devices and custom inks for biomaterials. Recent work explores stereochemistry-dependent polymer properties, mechanochromism, and machine learning-driven biomaterials design. Key applications: Drug delivery systems Biodegradable adhesives Tissue regeneration scaffolds Scientific honors include: Fellow, National Academy of Inventors (2022) Fellow, American Chemical Society (2020) Carl S. Marvel Award in Creative Polymer Chemistry (2019) Fellow, American Institute for Medical and Biomedical Engineering (2018) Fellow, Royal Society of Chemistry (2017) Biomacromolecules/Macromolecules Young Investigator Award (2015) He teaches advanced courses in mechanical engineering and polymer chemistry, with a focus on 3D printing and biomaterials. His group has developed novel medical devices including resorbable suture anchors, hernia mesh coatings, and neuroprosthetic scaffolds.

• Polymer chemistry
• Bioconjugate chemistry
• Molecular imaging
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Kelly Arnold is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Michigan. Her research integrates systems engineering principles with immunology to investigate variability in immune responses across infection, vaccination, and injury, with a focus on computational modeling and clinical translation. Research Focus Systems-level immune response modeling Vaccination and antibody functionality Vaginal microbiome-host interactions Chronic lung disease progression Computational serology and proteomics Recent Work Her 2025 studies examine SARS-CoV-2 vaccination responses in cancer patients and computational frameworks for vaginal probiotics. Earlier works (2024-2007) span COPD progression, lupus fibrosis, HIV susceptibility, and tissue engineering for fertility preservation. Methodologies include proteomic profiling, network modeling, and microfluidic systems.

• Biomedical Computation and Modeling
• Drug Delivery and Therapeutics
• Systems Immunology
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Dr. Vivian Dayeh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Waterloo, where she joined in 2004 as a full-time lecturer. Her roles include Teaching Fellow, Undergrad Advisor for Biomedical Science and Medical Physiology, and coordinator of the Biotech Technician Diploma program. Ph.D. Biology, University of Waterloo (2004) M.Sc. Biology, University of Waterloo (2001) B.Sc. Biology, University of Waterloo (1999) Dr. Dayeh specializes in cellular toxicology and in vitro methodology development , focusing on alternatives to whole-organism testing in aquatic environments. Her work explores toxicant effects on fish cells, particularly gill and intestinal epithelial systems, and employs protozoa as toxicity indicators. Recent research examines temperature and nutritional stress impacts on cell viability. Her publications from 2004-2025 demonstrate expertise in fish cell culture , cytotoxicity assays , and environmental contaminant testing , with applications in regulatory toxicology and industrial effluent analysis. 2024 Service Award, Society for In Vitro Biology 2021 Fellow Award, Society for In Vitro Biology Multiple Outstanding Performance Awards (2006-2020) Jack Carlson Teaching Excellence Awards (2006, 2018) Joseph F. Morgan Awards (2002, 2003) As an educator, Dr. Dayeh teaches core courses including Introductory Cell Biology , Human Anatomy , Human Physiology , Environmental Toxicology , and Animal Cell Biotechnology . She serves on the SIVB Board and facilitates instructional skills workshops.

• Cellular Toxicology
• In Vitro Methodology
• Fish Cell Biology
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Prof. Raffaele Mezzenga is a Full Professor at ETH Zürich's Department of Health Sciences and Technology and Head of the Institute of Food, Nutrition, and Health. He earned his master's from Perugia University (Italy) and a PhD in Polymer Physics from EPFL, followed by postdoctoral work at UC Santa Barbara. His career includes roles at the Nestlé Research Center and the University of Fribourg before joining ETH in 2009. His research focuses on self-assembly processes in polymers, biopolymers, and colloidal systems, with applications in environmental remediation, bioplastics, and biomedical materials. Key contributions include pioneering protein-based materials and advancing understanding of amyloid fibrils. Education: Master's, Materials Science & Engineering, Perugia University PhD, Polymer Physics, EPFL Research Interests: Self-assembly, biopolymers, amyloid materials, sustainable technologies, food colloids, and soft condensed matter. Awards: 2011 AOCS Award, 2017 APS Fellowship, and 2013 Biomacromolecules Young Investigator Award. Visiting Roles: Held visiting professorships at Aalto University, RMIT, Monash University, Nanyang Technological University, and others. Labs/Teams: Leads the Institute of Food, Nutrition, and Health at ETH, focusing on interdisciplinary research in food science and biomaterials. His work bridges fundamental science and applied innovation, addressing global challenges in sustainability and health through materials science. Recent projects include creating bioplastics from food waste, developing amyloid-based water purification systems, and advancing targeted drug delivery via lipidic mesophases.

• Self-Assembly Processes
• Biopolymers
• Protein-Based Materials
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Jered Haun is an Associate Professor at the Samueli School of Engineering , University of California, Irvine , with joint appointments in Biomedical Engineering , Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering , and Materials Science and Engineering . Based in 3107 Natural Sciences II , his research focuses on developing nanoengineering and molecular medicine technologies to improve disease diagnosis and treatment. Email: jered.haun@uci.edu Phone: (949) 824-1243 Research Interests include: Nanomaterial Probes for molecular profiling and disease detection Microfabricated Platforms for cell analysis and tissue processing Targeted Delivery Carriers that interact with unique disease molecules Technologies employed in his lab encompass: Fluorescence imaging and MRI enhancements Bioorthogonal chemistry and nanosensor development Micro-NMR for tumor analysis Quantum dot-based detection systems Awards include: NIH National Cancer Institute's Innovative Molecular Analysis Technologies Funding The Haun Laboratory actively recruits graduate and undergraduate students for projects related to nanoengineering, molecular medicine, and microfluidic device development.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Molecular Medicine
• Nanotechnology
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Prof. Raul Fangueiro is a Full Professor and Vice-Dean at the School of Engineering, University of Minho, Portugal. As a Senior Researcher, he leads FIBRENAMICS – Institute of Innovation on Fiber-Based Materials and Composites. His work spans advanced materials (nano, smart, composites) and structures (3D, auxetic, multiscale) with applications in defense, healthcare, construction, and automotive sectors. Supervised over 20 PhD and Post-Doc researchers Scientific coordinator of 20+ national/international research projects Author of 200+ journal papers (H-index: 47), 500+ conference publications, 36 books, 40 patents Research focuses on nanotechnology , electrospinning , and sustainable material systems : Auxetic composites for personal protection Biodegradable nanofibers for medical use Smart textiles for biological/chemical resistance Recycled mineral/wood-based composites Graphene-reinforced green materials Multiscale fiber architectures Scientific recognition includes: Top 2% most influential scientist (Elsevier/Stanford 2020) Founder of AUXDEFENSE and ICNF conferences Editorial board member of leading composite journals Advisor to European Defense Agency/NATO working groups Active in industry-academia partnerships through spin-offs (Sciencentris, B4Logic, Beyond Composites, Givaware, Pixartidea) and collaborative projects with institutions like Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Aveiro, and international universities.

• Advanced Materials
• Composite Materials
• Smart Materials
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Christopher E. Nelson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Arkansas, College of Engineering. His lab focuses on developing biologically inspired strategies for controlled drug and gene delivery, particularly in the context of gene therapy and regenerative medicine. He is actively supported by the NIH, DoD, and Arkansas Bioscience Institute. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow – Duke University Ph.D. – Vanderbilt University B.S. – University of Arkansas Research Focus: Dr. Nelson’s lab integrates genome editing technologies with targeted delivery systems to address challenges in treating genetic diseases and promoting tissue regeneration. Major themes include CRISPR/Cas9 delivery , gene regulation in wound healing , and safe-harbor genome integration in skeletal muscle. His work spans viral and non-viral delivery vehicles , including lipid nanoparticles and AAV vectors, with a strong emphasis on preclinical validation in models of Duchenne muscular dystrophy and inflammatory disease. Scientific Awards: Controlled Release Society Postdoctoral Fellowship The Hartwell Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) Funding & Support: The Nelson Lab is currently funded by: NIH NIGMS R35 DoD CDMRP DMD IDEA Award Arkansas Bioscience Institute University of Arkansas Engineering & Honors Colleges Lab & Team: The Nelson Lab is a dynamic, interdisciplinary team working at the intersection of gene editing, biomaterials, and regenerative medicine. They regularly present at national conferences such as ASGCT and NCUR, and mentor undergraduate researchers through SURF and Honors College grants.

• Gene therapy
• Regenerative medicine
• Genome editing
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Mohammad Peydayesh is a Lecturer and Senior Researcher at the Department of Health Sciences and Technology , ETH Zürich. He works in the Food and Soft Material Laboratory , focusing on sustainable materials derived from food waste and agri-food byproducts. PhD in Chemical Engineering (2018, Iran University of Science and Technology) Postdoctoral Fellow at ETH Zürich under Prof. Dr. Mezzenga Senior Assistant at ETH Zürich since 2021 His research spans soft matter , self-assembly phenomena , and amyloid fibril applications in: Environmental engineering (water purification, heavy metal removal) CO2 conversion and storage Smart packaging and bioplastics development Biorefinery concepts and circular economy Nanomaterials for waste valorization Recent publications highlight trends in amyloid-based hybrid materials for: Metal recovery from e-waste and contaminated water CO2 capture and conversion Bioplastic production from agricultural waste Antiviral and detoxification applications Water desalination and purification Photonic and catalytic materials He contributes to the Laboratory of Food & Soft Materials , advancing sustainable solutions through interdisciplinary material science.

• Soft Matter
• Self-Assembly
• Amyloid Fibrils
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Dr. William V. Giannobile serves as the Dean and A. Lee Loomis, Jr. Professor of Oral Medicine, Infection, and Immunity at Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM). He leads the institution as its chief academic and administrative officer while maintaining an active research program and clinical practice in periodontics and implant dentistry at the Harvard Dental Center in Cambridge, MA. Dr. Giannobile received his DDS and MS in oral biology from the University of Missouri, followed by a certificate in periodontology and Doctor of Medical Sciences (DMSc) in oral biology from Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He completed postdoctoral training in molecular biology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School. With over 30 years of continuously NIH-funded research, Dr. Giannobile's work focuses on oral and periodontal regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and precision medicine. He serves as principal investigator of the NIDCR U-Award Harvard Clinical Practice-based Research Program for Dental Students (H-CREDENT), which evaluates the genomics of oral pain in a multi-institutional academic setting. His research has produced over 300 manuscripts, textbook chapters, and patents focused on periodontology, regenerative medicine, and oral health research. He has edited or co-edited over 10 books in clinical and translational research, periodontology, and regenerative medicine. His publications demonstrate consistent focus on periodontal regeneration, biomaterials, tissue engineering, and the molecular mechanisms underlying oral diseases. ADA Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Dental Research (2024) International Association for Dental Research Distinguished Scientist Research in Periodontal Disease Award (2022) Norton M. Ross Clinical Research Award from the American Dental Association (2018) William J. Gies Award (2014) Jan Lindhe International Periodontology Research Award (2011) As an educator and mentor, Dr. Giannobile completed a 10-year term as editor-in-chief for the Journal of Dental Research, the official journal of the International Association for Dental Research. He has served as a consultant to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for Dental Devices and as an associate editor for the NIDCR Report on Oral Health of the U.S. in 2021. His laboratory continues to advance research in periodontal regeneration and precision medicine approaches to oral health, with ongoing NIH funding supporting innovative translational research.

• Periodontology
• Regenerative Medicine
• Tissue Engineering
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Konstantinos Kalogeropoulos is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), leading research at the Cell Diversity Lab. His work bridges proteomics, computational biology, and snake venom research. Current projects: "The Proteomic Landscape during Influenza Infection" (2022-2025) Supervisor for PhD projects on protease network rewiring in psoriasis and wound exudate degradomics Research interests include: Proteomic analysis of inflammatory diseases Snake venom toxin structure prediction Extracellular matrix biomechanics De novo peptide sequencing algorithms Computational modeling of protease networks Recent article trends demonstrate his work in • Database-free proteomics (InstaNovo/InstaNexus) • Snake venom pathophysiology (V-ToCs clustering) • Inflammatory disease biomarkers (psoriasis, impaired healing) • Extracellular matrix mechanics (fibronectin tension, gut inflammation) Advising: Supervises PhD students Polhaus, C. J. M. and Haack, A. M., focusing on protease networks and wound healing.

• Proteomics
• Snake Venom Research
• Protein Structure Prediction
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Brian W. Pogue, Ph.D., is the Robert A. Pritzker Chair in Biomedical Engineering at Dartmouth College's Thayer School of Engineering, with a joint appointment as an Honorary Fellow in Medical Physics at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Medical/Nuclear Physics from McMaster University and a Research Fellowship at Harvard Medical School's Wellman Center for Photomedicine. He has led significant administrative roles, including Dean of Graduate Studies at Dartmouth (2008–2012) and Chair of Medical Physics at Wisconsin (2022–2025). Research Focus : Dr. Pogue pioneers Optics in Medicine , specializing in cancer imaging, photodynamic therapy, and surgical guidance. His work integrates fluorescence imaging, radiation therapy monitoring, and molecular diagnostics to improve cancer treatment precision. Key innovations include Cherenkov imaging for radiotherapy dosimetry and hypoxia-sensitive probes for tumor resection. Publication Trends : Recent articles (2023–2025) emphasize real-time surgical guidance, hypoxia quantification, and multimodal imaging systems. Dominant themes include fluorescence tomography, radiation dosimetry, and low-cost diagnostic devices, reflecting a translational focus from preclinical validation to clinical applications. Awards & Honors : Fellow, Optica (formerly OSA) Fellow, American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) Fellow, American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) Fellow, SPIE (International Society for Optics and Photonics) Funding & Innovation : Continuously funded by the NIH since 2001 ($52M+ total), Dr. Pogue founded three startups: DoseOptics LLC (radiotherapy dose imaging) and Hypoxia Surgical LLC (tissue hypoxia cameras), bridging academic research to clinical tools.

• Optics in Medicine
• Cancer Imaging
• Photodynamic Therapy
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Daniel Razansky is a Full Professor at the Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, ETH Zurich, leading the Professorship for Biomedical Imaging. His research spans engineering, physics, biology, and medicine, focusing on developing advanced in vivo imaging tools like optoacoustic tomography and ultrasound neuromodulation. His recent work emphasizes multi-scale functional and molecular imaging , with applications in neuroscience , Alzheimer’s disease , and stroke diagnostics . Collaborations include National Tsing Hua University and the EU Horizon consortium SWEEPICS. Current projects target hybrid imaging systems (e.g., MRI-MSOT) and image-guided neuromodulation. Scientific awards include the IPPA James Smith Prize for his contributions. His lab has secured significant grants, including a $2.5M NIH award and SNSF funding. He mentors PhD students like Quanyu Zhou and Eva Remlova, who have received accolades for their research. The Razansky Lab at ETH Zurich’s Preclinical Imaging Center explores medical microrobotics , dynamic fluid flow imaging , and neuroimaging techniques , aiming to bridge engineering with clinical applications.

• Biomedical Imaging
• Functional Imaging
• Molecular Imaging
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