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Dong Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Phase Change Heat Transfer
• Convective Heat Transfer
• Multiphase Flow
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dong Liu is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the University of Houston, where he has held faculty positions since 2007 (Assistant Professor: 2007–2013; Associate Professor: 2013–2020; Professor: 2020–present). He directs the Microscale Thermal Transport Laboratory and serves as Associate Editor for the ASME Journal of Thermal Science and Engineering Applications (2023–present). His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University (2006), and M.S./B.S. degrees in Thermal Engineering from Tsinghua University. Liu's research focuses on interdisciplinary thermal-fluid sciences, including: Phase change heat transfer (boiling, Leidenfrost phenomena) Micro/nanofluidic systems for energy conversion Electrowetting-enabled thermal management Optofluidic and photothermal technologies Multiphase flow dynamics in advanced materials Applications span electronics cooling, renewable energy, and biomedical devices. His recent publications (2017–2023) demonstrate consistent innovation in heat transfer enhancement, with themes including electrowetting-modulated boiling, laser-driven microfluidics, plasmonic thermal control, and nanoscale thermometry. Over 60% of articles involve experimental validation of novel concepts for industrial thermal management. Awards & Leadership: ASME Fellow (2024) Director of Graduate Studies (2020–present) Chair of multiple faculty search committees (Thermal Science, 2014–2023) As Director of Graduate Studies, Liu oversees academic programs and advises students in thermal sciences. He holds patents for microfluidic pumping systems and neural scaffold alignment technologies. His laboratory collaborates with national institutes and industry partners on next-generation thermal management solutions.

Ashutosh Agarwalمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomedical Engineering
• Microsystems Engineering
• Organ on Chip
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ashutosh Agarwal serves as an Associate Professor in the College of Engineering at the University of Miami with dual leadership appointments: Co-Director of Engineering Cancer Cures at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Director of Engineering and Applied Physics at the Desai Sethi Urology Institute. His research mission focuses on developing human-relevant organ mimic platforms for drug discovery, disease modeling, mechanistic studies, and stem cell evaluation. The Physiomimetic Microsystems Lab (Agarwal Lab) pioneers Organ on Chip technology to create precision treatment frameworks through microsystems engineering. Dr. Agarwal's laboratory work bridges engineering and biomedical sciences to replicate human organ functions, enabling accelerated therapeutic development for complex diseases in cancer and urology research contexts.

• Ultrashort Pulse Lasers
• Nonlinear Optics
• Laser-Matter Interaction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Valdas Sirutkaitis is a Professor at Vilnius University , affiliated with the Laser Research Center (LRC) . His work spans Physics and Materials Engineering , focusing on ultrashort pulse lasers , nonlinear optics , and laser-matter interactions . Key Affiliations : Laser Research Center (Vilnius University), Faculty of Chemistry (Vilnius University), partner institutions in France, Germany, UK, and Japan. Research Interests include femtosecond laser micromachining , laser-induced damage , and 3D microsystem fabrication . His projects often integrate additive-subtractive laser processing for industrial and biomedical applications. Publication Trends highlight expertise in ultrafast laser processing , optical material resilience , and photonic crystal dynamics . Collaborative work with companies like Altechna and Light Conversion underscores his translational impact. Scientific Awards : Lithuanian State Prize in Science (1999) Ministry Council Prize (1988) Officer's Cross of the Order of Gediminas (2004) Textbook Award (2006) Supervision includes over 12 PhD students (1988–2020) and participation in ~50 thesis projects . He led major grants under NATO SfP , Framework 6/7 , Horizon 2020 , and bilateral programs.

• Nanomaterials
• Raman Spectroscopy
• Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ioana Andreea Brezestean is a Recognised Researcher (R2) at the National Institute for Research and Development of Isotopic and Molecular Technologies (INCDETIM) in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. She holds a PhD in Physics (2022) and Master's/MSc degrees in Medical Physics (2013-2015) from Babeș-Bolyai University. Her research focuses on nanomaterial synthesis, surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS), and microfluidic sensing platforms for environmental safety and biomedical applications. Education: MSc in Medical Physics (2013) Master in Medical Physics (2015) PhD in Physics (2022) Her work integrates nanofabrication techniques like Nanoimprint Lithography (NIL) and Magnetron Sputtering (MS) to develop ultrasensitive SERS substrates for detecting neurodegenerative disease biomarkers (e.g., Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) and environmental pollutants (e.g., pesticides, persistent organic pollutants). Recent publications highlight advancements in thermoplasmonic sensing, hybrid ZnO@Ag nanostructures, and bio-inspired microfluidic systems. Dr. Brezestean leads projects such as "NanedisSERS" (SERS nanoplatform for neurodegenerative diseases) and "Antibresissers" (nanoscreening for antibiotic resistance). Her expertise spans nanomaterials, molecular dynamics, and characterization techniques including UV-Vis, microscopy, and Raman spectroscopy. Technical Infrastructure: Works in the Molecular and Biomolecular Technologies research team, utilizing advanced facilities like pulsed laser deposition systems and high-throughput nanoimprint platforms.

David Doمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Clinical Neurology
• Neurodegenerative Biomarkers
• Medical Informatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Do is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Neurology at the University of Pennsylvania (Perelman School of Medicine), while also serving as Assistant Chief Medical Information Officer at Penn Medicine and Innovation Manager at the Center for Health Care Innovation. His work integrates clinical neurology with software development and design thinking to optimize healthcare analytics and clinical operations. University: University of Pennsylvania Department: Clinical Neurology Roles: Assistant Professor, Assistant CMIO for Data and Analytics, Innovation Manager His research focuses on: Microfluidic platforms for clinical diagnostics Extracellular vesicle-based biomarkers for neurological and oncological conditions RNA delivery systems using lipid nanoparticles Development of scalable and high-throughput diagnostic technologies Integration of data analytics in clinical workflows Recent publications highlight trends in: Single-vesicle analysis for clinical diagnostics Optimization of lipid nanoparticle formulations for mRNA delivery Microfluidic device applications for cancer treatment and neurodegenerative disease detection Advanced characterization techniques for nanoparticle properties Scalable manufacturing of biomedical devices and formulations

• Acoustics
• Microfluidics
• Ultrasonics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Mikael Evander is a Researcher at Lund University's Department of Biomedical Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering, specializing in acoustofluidics. He is affiliated with the Acoustofluidics group and has published 52 research outputs across articles, conference proceedings, and book chapters. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and wellbeing. Evander's research spans acoustics engineering (100%), particle material science (58%), microfluidics (50%), transducer engineering (36%), and ultrasonics (34%). His work focuses on developing acoustic trapping technologies for biomedical applications, particularly in manipulating particles, cells, and extracellular vesicles. He has pioneered techniques for silica seed particles to improve nanoparticle acoustic trapping efficiency and throughput, as well as methods for rapid acoustic isolation of extracellular vesicles from blood plasma samples. His recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate a clear trend toward clinical applications, especially in cancer diagnostics through exosome and microRNA analysis. The research shows increasing sophistication in acoustic trapping systems, moving from basic particle manipulation to complex biomedical sample processing for prostate cancer detection and proteome analysis. Best Poster Award (2023 Nov 17) for work on exosome proteome analysis Evander actively supervises graduate research, having mentored at least two students including C. Johannesson (Dissertation: Acoustic trapping, 2015-2019) and M. Isaksson (MoDeNT project). He is currently involved in four major projects with significant grant funding: AcouSome (exosome separation from blood, 2023-2025), MoDeNT (Model of the Developing Neural Tube), Sowing the seeds of acoustic trapping (2020-2025), and previously supervised the Acoustic trapping dissertation project. As a key member of the Acoustofluidics group, Evander collaborates extensively with Professor Thomas Laurell and Dr. Andreas Lenshof. His work bridges engineering and medical applications, with recent focus on translating acoustic trapping technology into clinical diagnostic tools for cancer detection and personalized medicine.

Mahsa Shoaranمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neural interfaces
• Neuroprosthetics
• Analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mahsa Shoaran is a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor at EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) jointly appointed at the Center for Neuroprosthetics and the Institute of Electrical Engineering . She is also the founding director of the Integrated Neurotechnologies Laboratory (INL) and contributes to several doctoral programs and teaching missions across EPFL’s School of Engineering (STI). Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, EPFL (2015) M.Sc. & B.Sc., Sharif University of Technology Postdoctoral Fellow, California Institute of Technology (Caltech) (2015-2017) Former Assistant Professor, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Cornell University (2017-2019) Research Focus: Dr. Shoaran’s work sits at the convergence of integrated circuit design , machine learning , and neuroscience . Her group develops ultra-low-power, miniaturized system-on-chips (SoCs) capable of real-time neural recording , pathology detection , and closed-loop therapeutic intervention such as adaptive neurostimulation. Machine-learning algorithms running on-chip enable precise symptom detection in neurological and psychiatric disorders, while advanced circuit techniques guarantee energy efficiency suitable for long-term implantable or wearable neural interfaces. Scientific Awards & Grants: ERC Starting Grant 2021 Google Faculty Research Award in Machine Learning 2019 Swiss NSF Postdoctoral Fellowships NSF Award for Young Professionals – Smart & Connected Health MIT EECS Rising Star 2015 Doctoral Advising & Service: She currently supervises 14 PhD students in the Integrated Neurotechnologies Laboratory. Additionally, she serves on the PhD program committees for Electrical Engineering (EDEE), Microsystems & Microelectronics (EDMI), and contributes to the Neuro-X and SEL teaching programs. She is a Technical Program Committee member for IEEE CICC and serves on the Student Research Preview committee for ISSCC. Laboratory & Collaborative Teams: The Integrated Neurotechnologies Laboratory (INL) at EPFL Campus Biotech in Geneva hosts her interdisciplinary team of circuit designers, machine-learning researchers, and neuroscientists. The lab collaborates closely with clinicians to translate innovations into real-world neuroprosthetic and diagnostic devices.

Samuel Dickersonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomedical Circuits and Systems
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Integrated Circuit Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Samuel Dickerson is an Associate Professor and Vice Chair for Education at the University of Pittsburgh's Swanson School of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His work bridges technical expertise in electronics, mixed-signal integrated circuits, and cyber-physical systems with a commitment to advancing engineering pedagogy. Dr. Dickerson’s research spans biomedical circuits, remote sensing applications, and lab-on-chip microsystems. He has made significant contributions to solitary wave-based nondestructive evaluation and metacognitive teaching strategies . Recent publications highlight his work in wireless transducers, corrosion monitoring, and SPICE simulation-driven education. Scientific Awards: Pitt Innovator Award (2013)

Susan M. Lunteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioanalytical Chemistry
• Microfluidics
• Biosensors
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Susan M. Lunte is the Ralph N. Adams Distinguished Professor of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Director of the Adams Institute for Bioanalytical Chemistry and the NIH COBRE Center for Molecular Analysis of Disease Pathways at the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy. Her research bridges neurobiology, analytical chemistry, and bioengineering. Education: B.A. from Kalamazoo College (1980), Ph.D. from Purdue University (1984) Research interests focus on bioanalytical methods for blood-brain barrier peptide transport, microdialysis-coupled microchip electrophoresis, and cell-based assays for oxidative stress markers. Projects include chip-based clinical diagnostics for heart disease and on-animal sensors for neurotransmitter monitoring. Recent publications highlight advancements in microfluidic devices for in vivo neurochemical analysis, carnosine’s anti-inflammatory properties, and portable electrochemical detection systems. Key subfields include neuroactive peptides, drug metabolism, and biomedical microsystems. She leads the Lunte Research Group, which develops miniaturized sensors for freely moving animals and clinical diagnostics. Research facilities include the Multidisciplinary Research Building and NIH-funded infrastructure.

Steffen Dietzelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microscopy
• Chromatin structure
• Intracellular imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

PD Dr. Steffen Dietzel is an Associate Professor affiliated with the Biomedical Center Munich (BMC) at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. As Head of the Core Facility Bioimaging , he manages advanced light microscopy systems including confocal, multi-photon, and STED microscopes, providing technical support and training for researchers. Core Facility Bioimaging (European Reference Site for Leica Microsystems) Biomedical Center Munich (BMC) His research focuses on label-free imaging techniques for cellular and tissue analysis, including third harmonic generation (THG) and multiphoton microscopy. These methods enable non-invasive 3D visualization of biological structures and hemodynamic parameter quantification. His work also explores chromatin compaction, nuclear organization, and retroviral integration effects on genome architecture. The articles listed demonstrate expertise in microscopy innovation (2019: microscope performance workflow; 2010: mirror-based signal enhancement), 3D imaging (2011: muscle tissue visualization; 2008: nuclear gene positioning), and chromatin dynamics (2004: transgene array compaction; 2012: retroviral integration effects). Subfields span optical physics, image processing, and cellular biophysics. As facility head, he oversees instrumentation maintenance, user training, and advanced imaging methodology development. His group collaborates on projects requiring live-cell microscopy , deconvolution, and superresolution techniques.

Luca Fanucciمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Integrated Circuit Design
• Embedded Systems
• System-Level Design
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Luca Fanucci is a Full Professor of Electronics at the Department of Information Engineering , University of Pisa. He serves as Rector's Delegate for Inclusion of Students with Disabilities and leads research in integrated circuits, embedded systems, and assistive technologies . Institutional roles include membership in the National University Conference of Delegates for Disability (CNUDD) and leadership in the PhD program in Information Engineering. Born: Montecatini Terme (1965) Education: Laurea in Electronic Engineering (1992), PhD in Information Engineering (1996), University of Pisa Professional Journey: ESA research (1992-1996), CNR researcher (1996-2004), University of Pisa faculty (2004-present) His research focuses on: System-level design of integrated circuits and embedded systems Hardware-software co-design for low power consumption Spacecraft and satellite communication systems Medical devices and telemonitoring platforms Assistive technologies for disabilities Recent publications highlight AI in space applications and telemedicine systems . Key projects include the Ingeniars spin-off for satellite communications and the AsTech National Laboratory for assistive technologies. Scientific Recognition : IEEE Fellow (2019) 40+ patents H-index 34 (5000+ citations) He coordinates international conferences (DATE, HiPEAC, Spacewire) and serves as Associate Editor for Technology and Disability and Microprocessors and Microsystems journals.

Erik Andrew Johannessenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• BioMEMS
• Microsystems Technology
• Nanotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erik Andrew Johannessen serves as Professor in the Department of Microsystems within the Faculty of Technology, Natural Sciences and Maritime Sciences at the University of South-Eastern Norway (USN), based at Campus Vestfold. His responsibilities include teaching foundational courses in BioMEMS and engineering professional practice while leading research at the convergence of microsystems engineering and biological applications. His research program centers on exploiting nanostructured materials and microsystem technology to decode fundamental biological processes and engineer advanced bioanalytical devices. Key focus areas include developing BioMEMS platforms that integrate organic materials with solid-state electronics through nature-inspired design principles, enabling breakthroughs in cell manipulation, targeted therapeutic delivery, and precision diagnostics through strategic miniaturization. Technical mastery spans photolithographic/e-beam microfabrication, primary cell culture techniques, electrochemical sensor development, multi-language programming (Python/Pascal), analogue circuit design, and autonomous physiological monitoring instrumentation. This interdisciplinary skillset facilitates the creation of integrated microsystems that translate molecular recognition mechanisms into functional biomedical devices for real-world healthcare applications.

Christina Schindlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Micro- and Nanotechnology
• Semiconductor Technology
• Microsystems Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Christina Schindler is a faculty member at Munich University of Applied Sciences where she serves as Program Manager for the Master's program in Micro- and Nanotechnology and Internationalization Officer. Her academic responsibilities span teaching, research leadership, and international partnership development within Faculty 06. Her research expertise encompasses: Micro- and Nanotechnology systems Semiconductor fabrication and thin-film technology Microsensor development for energy harvesting Biomedical microsystems including implantable oxygen sensors Virtual semiconductor laboratory environments Current externally funded projects demonstrate significant research momentum, particularly the EU-led CHIPS of Europe initiative (2024-2028) addressing semiconductor industry workforce development. These projects provide robust infrastructure for student involvement in cutting-edge microsystem applications. As Internationalization Officer, she actively cultivates global academic partnerships through double degree programs and exchange initiatives. Her leadership in the Laboratory for Microsystems Engineering supports both educational lab classes and advanced research in micro/nanoscale systems development.

Marco Cecchiniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Nanomaterials
• Brain Pathologies
• Nerve Regeneration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marco Cecchini is a Senior Researcher at the Nanoscience Institute of the Italian National Research Council (CNR) and Lecturer of Biomaterial Science at the University of Pisa's Biology Department. He also serves as CTO of INTA srl, a CNR-Scuola Normale Superiore spin-off company. His multidisciplinary roles span fundamental research, academic teaching, and applied technology development. His research focuses on two interconnected domains: Biomedical Nanotechnology : Developing nanomaterials for brain pathology treatment and nerve regeneration, including nanoparticle-based enzyme replacement therapies for rare diseases Microsystems Engineering : Designing surface-acoustic-wave (SAW) devices for microfluidics and biosensing applications, particularly lab-on-chip diagnostic platforms Recent funded projects demonstrate translational impact: FISR 2019: Remote-connected Lab-on-Chip for wine/oil analysis Regione Toscana grants: Omics approaches for osteosarcoma (TOSCANO) and autophagy biomarkers for neurodegeneration (DEMAGING) European Leukodystrophy Association grants: Nanoparticle therapy for Krabbe disease (nanoERT) and autophagy modulation strategies His research advances diagnostic and therapeutic tools through cross-disciplinary integration of physics, biology, and engineering principles.

• MEMS and Micro/Nanofluidics
• Biomicrofluidics
• Nanoengineered Energy Systems
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jeff Darabi is a Professor and Ph.D. Program Director in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE). He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland. His research spans micro/nanofluidics, biomicrofluidics, energy systems, and multiphysics modeling, with applications in biomedical devices and thermal management. Research Interests: MEMS and Micro/Nanofluidics Biomicrofluidics for cell separation and diagnostics Nanoengineered thermal systems for electronics cooling Coupled physics simulations (fluid, thermal, electromagnetic) His recent publications (2016–2019) demonstrate a focus on magnetophoretic bioseparation chips, microfluidic device design, and advanced materials like copper-CNT composites. This work emphasizes computational modeling integrated with experimental validation.