جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Bruce Grieveمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sensors
• Instrumentation
• Communications
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof Bruce Grieve holds the N8 Chair in Agri-Sensors & Electronics at the University of Manchester's School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. He leads the e-Agri Sensors Centre, focusing on sensor science for sustainable agriculture and food systems. His expertise spans industrial R&D (18 years at Syngenta, AstraZeneca, and ICI) and academic leadership, including £20.4M in collaborative research funding. Education & Qualifications PhD BSc (Hons) Chartered Engineer (CEng) Fellowships: IET, Agricultural Engineers, Higher Education Academy Research Focus Prof Grieve’s work bridges engineering and life sciences, addressing challenges in: Multispectral imaging for disease detection Wireless sensor networks for precision agriculture Electrical impedance tomography for root zone monitoring Low-cost biosensors for field deployability Key Projects £5.3M industrial/government grants since 2007 UN SDG contributions: Zero Hunger (SDG2), Climate Action (SDG13) Leadership roles in BBSRC and Innovate-UK strategy panels Awards & Recognition Best Paper Award (2017) RAEng Senior Fellowship (e-Agri research) Grants & Labs Current projects include Cassava disease surveillance systems in East Africa and IoT-enabled agri-robotics. His lab collaborates with industry partners like Syngenta and ADAS, with a focus on translating sensor tech into field-ready solutions.

Clare Robinsonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Fungal Ecology
• Biogeochemistry
• Arctic and Antarctic Ecosystems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Clare Robinson is a Senior Lecturer in Ecology at the University of Manchester's School of Earth and Environmental Sciences. She holds a NERC CASE PhD from Lancaster University and a BSc (Hons) from the University of Exeter. Her research focuses on fungal communities, Arctic and Antarctic biogeochemistry, and soil microbial ecology. Key areas include peatland restoration, carbon cycling, and microbial roles in environmental processes. Robinson has extensive experience in Arctic and Antarctic fieldwork, studying fungal community dynamics and their ecological impacts. She leads the Molecular Environmental Science research group, exploring microbial contributions to ecosystem resilience. Her work intersects with global climate change, soil health, and environmental policy. Collaborations include international partnerships such as the University of Lund and the University Centre in Svalbard. She has served on review panels, including the British Embassy’s climate workshop in Moscow. Her research emphasizes practical applications, such as peatland restoration techniques and bioremediation strategies for contaminated sites. Education: NERC CASE PhD, University of Lancaster (1990) BSc (Hons), University of Exeter (1986) Her research interests span fungal ecology, soil microbiology, and environmental sustainability. Recent projects include microbial controls on carbon loss in peatlands and the role of mycorrhizal fungi in metal transfer. She actively supervises PhD students and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives like the Energy and Digital Futures research beacons.

• Drug Discovery
• Biosensors
• Implantable Medical Devices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrea Cavalli is an Adjunct Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with both the VPA-AVP-CP CECAM-GE unit and the School of Basic Sciences (SB) within the ISIC department (SB-CECAM). His research focuses on advanced biosensor technologies, implantable medical devices, and personalized medicine applications. He teaches a course on drug discovery, emphasizing computational methods for drug design and pharmacokinetics. Key research interests include nanotechnology-driven biosensors, biocompatible materials for implantable devices, and multiplexed detection systems for infectious diseases. Cavalli leads projects on in vivo validation of biochips for metabolic monitoring and integrates electrochemical sensors with circuit design for real-time diagnostics. His work spans from fundamental material science to clinical translation, with a focus on HIV/tuberculosis diagnostics and chronic disease management. PhD Student: Alessia Ghidini Lab: CECAM (European Center for Atomistic and Molecular Simulations) Key collaborations: Molecular diagnostics platforms, nanomaterials for bioelectronics Publications highlight innovations in nanoplasmonic biosensors, biocompatible packaging solutions, and CNT-based bioelectronics. Ongoing work explores remote patient monitoring systems and multipanel biosensors for personalized therapy optimization.

Tom Zajdelمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Engineering Education
• Bioelectronics
• Biosensing
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Tom Zajdel is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of California Berkeley (2018) and a B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The Ohio State University (2012). His research bridges engineering education and bioelectronics, with specific interests in student motivation, bioelectronic interfaces, and medical applications. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of California Berkeley (2018) B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, The Ohio State University (2012) Dr. Zajdel's research explores two primary domains: understanding student motivation in electronics education and developing bioelectronic technologies for biosensing and medical applications. His work integrates pedagogical innovation with biomedical engineering to create novel educational approaches and medical devices. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus areas in: Engineering education pedagogy and curriculum development Bioelectronic systems for cellular control and medical applications Machine learning applications in biomedical devices He has received the Gene Golub Outstanding Dissertation Award for his doctoral research. Current projects include developing low-cost medical ventilators and bioelectric devices for tissue engineering. Dr. Zajdel leads research initiatives in educational technology and bioinstrumentation, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to advance innovations in both engineering education and biomedical applications.

• Nanophotonics
• Nanoplasmonics
• Integrated Optical Devices
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Stefano Palomba is an experimental physicist specializing in nanophotonics and nanoplasmonics at The University of Sydney's School of Physics. He leads the Nanophotonics and Plasmonics Advancement Lab (NPAL) and serves as Deputy Director of the Institute of Photonics and Optical Science. His research focuses on developing next-generation integrated optical devices, leveraging advanced facilities like femtosecond-OPO lasers and near-field scanning optical microscopes. He is a domain leader in Sydney Nano and a member of the Net Zero Institute. His work bridges fundamental physics and applied technologies, with emphasis on nonlinear optics, plasmonic nanostructures, and biomedical applications of nanomaterials. Notable contributions include innovations in hybrid plasmonic circuits, carbon dot-based biosensors, and nanolasers for compact optical systems. Palomba has secured significant grants, including a 2022 NHMRC Ideas Grant for neurophotonics research and a 2024 grant for mobile optical sensing platforms. His lab's modular approach to plasmonic systems enables scalable solutions for telecommunications and healthcare. Recent projects include direct growth of MoS₂ monolayers on silicon waveguides and breakthroughs in sub-Poissonian photon emission using hexagonal boron nitride. Palomba collaborates internationally, advancing photonics applications in quantum technologies and environmental sensing. Grants include $23M+ for innovative health research (2022) and $31M+ for interdisciplinary photonics projects (2016). His publications span high-impact journals like Nanophotonics and Nanoscale Advances , reflecting contributions across plasmonics, nonlinear optics, and bio-nanotechnology.

Mohamed Aly Saad Alyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

• Microfluidics
• Biosensors
• Nanotechnology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mohamed Aly Saad Aly is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Georgia Tech's School of Electrical and Computer Engineering and an Assistant Professor at Georgia Tech Shenzhen Institute (GTSI). He holds a Ph.D. in Systems Design Engineering from the University of Waterloo (2016) and has held roles including Research Professor at DGIST (South Korea) and postdoctoral fellow at Tulane University. His research focuses on microfluidics-based lab-on-chip systems, nanotechnology-enabled biosensors, smart drug delivery systems, and responsive biomaterials for biomedical applications. Education: B.Sc. & M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering (University of South Florida, 2005/2006); Ph.D. in Systems Design Engineering (University of Waterloo, 2016). Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed in Ontario. Research Interests: Microfluidics, electrochemical biosensors, nanoparticles for drug delivery, hydrogel-based platforms, wearable biosensors, and biomaterials for neural regeneration. Key Contributions: Developed portable neurophysiological platforms, electroceutical approaches for neural myelination, and microelectrode arrays for biomedical devices. Authored over 30 peer-reviewed articles and holds patents in microelectrode fabrication and biosensor design.

• Aptamer Technology
• Optogenetics
• Targeted Therapies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Günter Mayer is a Professor at the University of Bonn's Life and Medical Sciences Institute (LIMES) and affiliated with the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. His research focuses on aptamer technology, optogenetics, and targeted therapies, aiming to develop molecular tools for precise biological investigation and clinical applications. Key projects include using in vitro selection to engineer nucleic acids for diagnostics/therapeutics and exploring nucleic acid evolution principles to generate novel compounds. His research addresses how aptamers can elucidate biological phenomena, design light-controllable RNA molecules, and create tools for high-precision diagnostics. Notable achievements include developing click-SELEX methods for aptamer selection, optoribogenetic systems for gene regulation, and RNA-based biosensors for metabolic monitoring. Publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches combining biochemical, molecular, and biophysical techniques. Work spans SARS-CoV-2 aptamer antivirals, immune modulation via T-cell activation, and anti-inflammatory aptamers for hypersensitivity treatment. Collaborations with groups like the NeurotechEU alliance highlight transdisciplinary impact. Research infrastructure includes the Mayer Lab (website: http://www.mayerlab.de/), focusing on translating fundamental nucleic acid science into clinical solutions. Current efforts prioritize precision medicine applications and next-gen diagnostic platforms through systems biology approaches.

Todd D Giorgioمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanomedicine
• Drug Delivery Systems
• Immunomodulation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Todd D Giorgio is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, and Cancer Biology at Vanderbilt University’s School of Engineering. His research focuses on nanomedicine, drug delivery systems, and immunomodulation. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Rice University and a B.S. from Lehigh University. Giorgio’s work integrates optical techniques and quantitative analysis to address biological challenges, including optimizing gene therapy delivery via cationic liposomes and developing nanoparticle-based tools for imaging and therapy. His lab explores cryogels for macrophage repolarization, controlled-release immunotherapy, and preterm labor treatments. Collaborations include studies on extracellular vesicle purification with Dr. Bob Coffey at VUMC. His team includes graduate and undergraduate students working on projects such as targeted drug delivery, single-cell RNA sequencing, and EV biomarker analysis. The Giorgio Lab emphasizes translational research with applications in cancer, vascular disease, and obstetric complications.

Valeria Milamمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomolecular-Solids
• Nanostructures
• Polymers
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Valeria Milam is an Associate Professor and MSE Faculty Fellow at Georgia Tech's School of Materials Science and Engineering, holding affiliations with AAAS and ACS. Her research integrates biomolecular solids, nanostructures, polymers, and colloidal assembly with focus areas in health, energy, and environment. She directs research on aptamers and oligonucleotide-mediated colloidal systems for diagnostic and therapeutic applications. Milam earned her B.S. from the University of Florida and M.S./Ph.D. from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, with postdoctoral work at University of Pennsylvania. Current projects explore DNA-directed material assembly, nanoparticle engineering, and functional oligonucleotides. She mentors graduate students including Steven Ochoa and Jiemin Fu.

Gang Fanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Polymer Chemistry
• Plastic Upcycling
• Bio-inspired Catalysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gang Fan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Rochester's Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. His research bridges microbial engineering and chemical engineering to develop sustainable polymer solutions, focusing on bio-inspired approaches to create environmentally friendly plastics and improve polymer industry sustainability through microbial systems. Research interests center on developing biohybrid systems for sustainable materials synthesis and environmental applications. Key areas include catalytic bio-nano interfaces for CO2 conversion, microbial synthesis of functional polymers, tunable nanocoatings for biological protection, and electrode design for electrochemical biosensing. The work combines synthetic biology with materials chemistry to create innovative solutions for plastic upcycling and environmental remediation. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on bio-electrochemical systems and functional nanomaterials, with recent advances in DNA-directed catalysis, microbial protection technologies, and sustainable polymer synthesis. The research trajectory shows increasing integration of biological systems with engineered materials for environmental applications. Awards and Honors: ACS PMSE Future Faculty Scholar (2022) Chemical Engineering Research Grant, MIT (2021-2022) Procter & Gamble Poster Competition Award: First Place, UT Austin (2019) Finalist for Excellence in Graduate Polymer Research, AIChE (2018) Paper of the Year Award, UT Austin (2018)

Katia Vegaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wearable Computing
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Beauty Technology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Katia Vega is an Associate Professor in the Department of Design at UC Davis, where she founded and directs the Interactive Organisms Lab. She holds a PhD and MA in Computer Science from Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, and a BA in Computer Science from National University of San Marcos. Her research explores organisms-device symbiosis, including Beauty Technology, Growable Interfaces, and Interactive Tattoos. Research focuses on: Body surface computing Wearable biosensors Interactive cosmetic technologies Awards include: Athena Award from Women in Tech Initiative (2021) Top 20 Most Influential Latinas in Tech (2017) SXSW, Ars Electronica and Ubimedia Competition awards

Ronald Breakerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
• Genetics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ronald Breaker is a Sterling Professor of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology, and Professor of Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry at Yale University. He serves as Chair of the Department of Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry and is an Investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. His research focuses on nucleic acid functions, including riboswitch discovery, RNA engineering, and molecular switch technology. Breaker earned his PhD in Biology/Biochemistry from Purdue University (1992) and BS in Biology/Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (1987). Breaker’s research has identified over 30 riboswitch classes and pioneered the use of in vitro evolution for creating functional RNAs and deoxyribozymes. His work on riboswitches revealed their role in metabolite sensing and gene regulation, with applications in antibiotic development. He has co-founded two biotech companies, Archemix and BioRelix, and holds editorial roles at journals like RNA Biology and Cell Chemical Biology. His awards include the National Academy of Sciences’ Molecular Biology Award, the Merck Award (ASBMB), and election to the National Academy of Sciences (2014) and American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2021). Breaker’s lab employs bioinformatics, genetics, and biochemistry to explore RNA’s functional potential across diverse bacterial species.

Arnab Mukherjeeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Molecular Bioimaging
• Biomedical Engineering
• Protein Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Arnab Mukherjee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), with a joint appointment in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry (DCB). He leads the Mukherjee Lab, focused on molecular bioimaging, combining imaging science with synthetic biology, protein engineering, and chemical biology. His research addresses challenges in visualizing biological processes via non-invasive technologies like MRI and optical imaging. His work includes developing genetically encoded reporters for MRI, such as aquaporin-based systems that enhance water diffusion for diffusion-weighted imaging. Parallel efforts involve engineering oxygen-independent fluorescent proteins (LOV domains) to enable anaerobic and deep-tissue imaging, overcoming limitations of traditional GFP-derived reporters. These innovations target applications in tumor microenvironment studies, infectious disease diagnostics, and functional imaging of cellular processes. Mukherjee's lab is located in Elings Hall (Engineering II), and he collaborates across disciplines to advance biomolecular imaging tools. His research has produced over 20 peer-reviewed articles, with recent focuses on biomolecular probes, phage-based nanomaterials, and calcium-responsive contrast agents. He holds a robust publication record spanning molecular engineering, biosensor design, and imaging technologies. He is contactable at arnabm@ucsb.edu and office 3349 Engineering II. The lab’s work is supported by grants from NIH, NSF, and industry partnerships, though specific grants are not detailed in the provided texts.

Yogasudha Veturiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Multi-omic data integration
• Statistical genetics
• Biomedical informatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yogasudha Veturi is an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Biobehavioral Health and Statistics at Pennsylvania State University. She holds a Ph.D. in Biostatistics from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and has completed postdoctoral research at the University of Pennsylvania and Geisinger. Her research focuses on integrating multi-omic, neuroimaging, and electronic health record (EHR) data to understand the genetic basis of complex human traits and diseases, particularly neurodegeneration and sex/ethnic disparities in cognitive decline. Education: Ph.D. in Biostatistics, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2016 M.S. in Plant Quantitative Genetics, University of Delaware, 2012 M.S. in Statistics, North Carolina State University, 2009 B.Sc. (Honors) in Statistics, University of Delhi, 2006 Research Interests: Dr. Veturi’s work combines statistical genetics, data science, and biomedical informatics. She develops novel methods to analyze genetic heterogeneity, pleiotropy, and multi-omic interactions. Her current projects include studying sex differences in cognitive decline, leveraging UK Biobank data, and identifying genomic loci influencing brain structural covariance. Awards: Epstein Award finalist (ASHG 2022) Reviewers’ choice designation (ASHG 2021, 2019) Best abstract award (ASHG Pharmacogenomics 2017) Grants & Funding: BBH Seed Grant (2023–2024) Clinical and Translational Science Institute Bridges Award ($50K, 2023–2024) Social Sciences Research Institute Faculty Fellowship (2022) Labs & Teams: The Veturi Lab at PSU focuses on data-driven approaches to understand genetic and environmental influences on human disease. Collaborations include the iSTAGING, BIOCARD, and ADNI consortia.

Keith Weningerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biophysics
• Molecular Biology
• Fluorescence Spectroscopy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Keith Weninger is an Associate Department Head and Professor of Physics at North Carolina State University (NC State), holding the title of University Faculty Scholar. He leads the Weninger Group, focusing on biophysical research using single-molecule fluorescence techniques. His work explores biomolecular systems, including DNA mismatch repair mechanisms, intrinsically disordered proteins, and membrane fusion processes. Weninger earned his PhD in Physics from UCLA (1997), followed by postdoctoral research at UCLA and Stanford University. He joined NC State in 2004. His research emphasizes single-molecule FRET to study protein dynamics, collaborating with institutions like UNC-Chapel Hill and Stony Brook University. Key projects include analyzing DNA repair pathways linked to cancer and developing nanophotonic tools for biosensing. His honors include the prestigious University Faculty Scholar designation at NC State. Research interests span neuroscience (SNARE proteins in neurotransmitter release), instrumentation development, and probing conformational changes in disordered proteins implicated in diseases like prostate cancer. The lab also investigates trinucleotide repeat expansion diseases via nucleic acid hairpin studies. Publications highlight interdisciplinary advances, from protein universe evolution to benchmarking FRET analysis tools. Collaborations drive innovation in both biological and technological domains, integrating experimental and computational methods.