Michael Cima

Michael Cima is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), within the College of Engineering. His research focuses on biomedical materials, implantable medical devices, and neural engineering. He specializes in developing innovative drug delivery systems, neural interfaces, and diagnostic sensors using advanced materials science principles. Notable projects include implantable sensors for tumor oxygenation monitoring, microinvasive neural probes, and portable MRI-based diagnostic tools for hydration assessment.

His work integrates engineering, biology, and medicine to address challenges in chronic disease management, neurology, and oncology. Cima has contributed significantly to translational research, bridging laboratory innovations with clinical applications. His lab develops scalable carbon fiber electrode arrays and drug delivery microdevices for real-time neurochemical monitoring and localized therapy delivery.

Cima's research also involves surface tension-assisted additive manufacturing techniques and biocompatible materials to improve implant longevity. His contributions have advanced the fields of biomedical engineering, materials science, and personalized medicine through interdisciplinary collaboration.