Emre Araci

Dr. Emre Araci is an Associate Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at Santa Clara University, where he has conducted pioneering research in microfluidics and biowearables since 2015. His work bridges fluid physics, human biomechanics, and wearable sensor design, with applications in physical rehabilitation, sports medicine, and chronic disease management.

• Education: Ph.D. in Optical Sciences (University of Arizona, 2010), M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (Ege University, 2002), B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Ege University, 1999)

Dr. Araci specializes in capillaric circuits, human movement-driven micropumps, and skin-mountable biosensors. His lab develops mVLSI technology for automated biochemical analysis and implantable sensors for glaucoma monitoring. Recent work focuses on wireless data transfer and energy-efficient wearables that interface with smartwatches.

Key publication trends include microfluidic device innovation, human-centric sensing, and medical diagnostics. His research has been cited in journals like Nature Medicine and Advanced Materials Technologies, with media coverage from Forbes and ABC7.

• Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2021), Researcher of the Year (SCU School of Engineering, 2022)

As founder of Smartlens Inc., Dr. Araci has commercialized contact lens pressure sensors through Series A funding (2023). He mentors students in microfabrication, capillaric device design, and digital image correlation techniques, contributing to advancements in biomechanical sensing and fluidic automation.