Vikram Kodibagkar

Vikram Kodibagkar is a Professor in the School of Biological and Health Systems Engineering at Arizona State University, with additional affiliations to the School of Medicine and Advanced Medical Engineering. He leads the Prognostic Bioengineering (ProBE) Lab, conducting cutting-edge research in cellular and molecular imaging, magnetic resonance physics, and biomedical engineering.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Physics, Washington University, St. Louis (2002)
• M.Sc. in Physics, Indian Institute of Technology-Mumbai (1997)
• B.Sc. in Physics, University of Mumbai, India (1995)

Research Focus:

Professor Kodibagkar's research centers on developing advanced imaging technologies for medical applications. His work encompasses cellular and molecular imaging, multimodality probe development, and magnetic resonance oximetry. A key focus is the development of novel contrast agents and imaging techniques for detecting hypoxia in tumors and brain injuries. His lab also works on compressed sensing accelerated magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging (MRSI) and functional imaging of implants.

The ProBE Lab emphasizes comprehensive understanding of both theory and practical techniques to train the next generation of imaging leaders. Current research activities include developing non-invasive methods for real-time monitoring of engineered cells and tissues, investigating tumor oxygenation dynamics, and creating novel MRI nanosensors for various medical applications.

Research Funding and Grants:

Professor Kodibagkar has secured significant funding from major organizations including:

• National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Multiple R01 grants
• National Science Foundation (NSF) - CAREER Award
• US Department of Defense (DOD)
• DARPA/BTO
• Flinn Foundation
• Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Teaching and Mentorship:

He teaches various courses including BME 350 Signals & Systems for Bioengineers, BME 465/565 Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and supervises honors theses and research projects. His teaching spans undergraduate to doctoral levels, focusing on biomedical engineering and imaging technologies.

Laboratory and Team:

Professor Kodibagkar directs the Prognostic Bioengineering (ProBE) Lab at Arizona State University. The lab conducts interdisciplinary research combining engineering, physics, and medicine to develop next-generation imaging technologies for clinical applications.