معرفی
Dr. Jianfeng Zheng is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Houston, part of the College of Engineering. His research focuses on Magnetic Resonance (MR) Safety, antenna design for medical applications, neurostimulation systems, electromagnetic compatibility, and wireless power transfer in healthcare. He has received the NSF Career Award for his contributions to advancing medical device safety in MRI environments.
Dr. Zheng's work emphasizes computational modeling and experimental validation of RF-induced heating risks in implantable medical devices (AIMDs) and orthopedic implants during MRI scans. He develops novel methods for predicting and mitigating thermal hazards, including machine learning-driven approaches like CNN-based prediction systems for RF exposure. His research also explores material solutions such as ferrite shielding and counterpoise designs to enhance device safety.
- Key areas: MRI safety protocols, electromagnetic modeling, AIMD validation strategies, and biomedical device innovation.
- Publications span over 50 peer-reviewed articles addressing critical challenges in medical device compatibility with MRI systems.
His NSF Career Award supports projects integrating AI techniques to streamline safety evaluation workflows for next-generation medical implants. Dr. Zheng collaborates with industry partners to translate research into clinical applications, ensuring cutting-edge technologies meet rigorous safety standards.
