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Thom LaBean is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at North Carolina State University (NC State), part of the College of Engineering. He holds a BS in Biochemistry from Michigan State University and a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Pennsylvania. His postdoctoral work at Duke University focused on protein design, followed by leading a research group with cross-departmental appointments in Computer Science, Chemistry, and Biomedical Engineering at Duke before joining NC State in 2011.
His research centers on the engineering of biopolymers and DNA nanostructures for applications in nanomedicine, molecular materials, and biomimetic nanoelectronics. Key projects include self-assembled DNA nanostructures for anticoagulant therapies, neuromorphic computing, and biomaterials with tunable properties. LaBean's work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, leveraging DNA's programmability for functional materials.
Recent articles highlight advancements in RNA origami-based anticoagulants, DNA aerogels for neuromorphic applications, and resistive switching in nanowire networks. While no specific scientific awards are listed, his contributions reflect sustained innovation in biomolecular engineering.
Advising and grants are not explicitly detailed here, though his lab's cross-disciplinary focus suggests active collaborations. The LaBean Research Group explores cutting-edge applications of DNA-based systems, with future directions emphasizing clinical translation of nanomedicines and advanced electronic materials.
