Angela Dixon

Angela Dixon, an Assistant Professor at Case Western Reserve University, leads a multidisciplinary research program in the Department of Biology. Her work focuses on modeling neurological diseases, replicating nervous system architecture, and developing health-monitoring sensors inspired by neurophysiology.

• Department: Biology
• Contact: ard174@case.edu

Her lab integrates neuroscience, bioengineering, and biomaterials to explore biohybrid systems that couple nervous tissue with electronic components. Key research areas include neurodegeneration, microfluidic devices, and peripheral nerve repair.

Recent publications highlight advancements in 3D printing for organ-on-a-chip models, nanoparticle development for tinnitus treatment, and mosquito-derived biomaterials. These works span neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and systems biology, emphasizing innovative tools for studying nervous system function and disease.

The Dixon Lab actively recruits researchers with expertise in biology, engineering, and neurotechnology. Located in Clapp Hall 403, the lab collaborates on projects involving biohybrid systems, microfluidics, and nervous system modeling.