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Xuanhong Cheng is a Professor of Bioengineering and Materials Science & Engineering at Lehigh University. She holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Washington, an M.Engr. in Electrical Engineering from the same university, and a B.S. in Biology from Wuhan University, China. Her research focuses on developing engineering tools for biomedical applications, including micro/nanotechnology, biomaterials, and cell-surface interactions. She pioneered microfluidic devices for point-of-care diagnostics, particularly in global health contexts such as HIV/AIDS and sickle cell screening. Her work also explores cell metabolism at the microscopic scale and single-molecule engineering responsive to environmental stimuli.
Key research areas include BioMEMS, microfluidics, nanotechnology, and surface science. Notable achievements include designing label-free lymphocyte isolation chips and integrating electrical sensors for automated cell counting. She was named a Senior Member of the National Academy of Inventors in 2025. Her lab, The Cheng Group, actively develops novel diagnostic tools and fundamental biophysical studies. Recent work addresses biomarkers in cardiovascular assist devices and metabolic disturbances in chronic fatigue syndrome.
- Education:
- Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering, University of Washington
- M.Engr., Electrical Engineering, University of Washington
- B.S., Biology, Wuhan University
- Lab/Team: The Cheng Group focuses on biomedical microdevices and global health diagnostics.
- Awards:
- Senior Member, National Academy of Inventors (2025)
- Grants/Support: Research supported through NIH grants and industry partnerships in diagnostic device development.
