Pierre T. Khuri-Yakub is a Research Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Stanford University's School of Engineering, where he also serves as Manager of Technical Operations. He leads the Khuri-Yakub Ultrasonics Group, dedicated to advancing ultrasound transducer technology. His research centers on capacitive micromachined ultrasound transducers (CMUTs), which offer significant advantages over traditional piezoelectric systems including wider bandwidth, simplified fabrication of large arrays, and seamless integration with electronic circuits. Key application domains span medical imaging, therapeutic interventions, chemical sensing, and air-coupled ultrasound systems. Scientific Recognition: Inducted into the AIMBE College of Fellows (2016) for distinguished contributions to medical and biological engineering The lab maintains active industry collaborations, evidenced by student awards like the Qualcomm Innovation Fellowship. While specific grant details aren't provided, the group's sustained research output and 2016 website launch indicate ongoing funding support. The Khuri-Yakub Ultrasonics Group operates as a hub for transducer innovation with strong cross-departmental ties at Stanford.
Yves Audet is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, affiliated with three centers of excellence: Industry of the Future and Digital Society (primary), Energy, Water and Resources , and Transport and Sustainable Infrastructure . He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. from Sherbrooke University and a Ph.D. from Simon Fraser University. His research bridges integrated circuit design , energy systems , and microsensor technology , with focus areas including: Ultra-low power CMOS circuits for energy harvesting High-speed isolated data communication (capacitive/inductive) Spectral imaging sensors and Hall-effect isolators Radiation-hardened avionics systems Photovoltaic and RF power conversion Analysis of his 62 publications reveals strong emphasis on: Optimizing power-delay tradeoffs in communication systems (7 recent papers on isolators) Advancing start-up circuits for sub-50mV energy harvesters Developing miniaturized sensor interfaces for IoT/industrial applications Improving fault tolerance in FPGAs and avionics He has supervised 19 graduate students (6 PhD, 13 Master's) working on projects spanning CMOS spectrometers, UAV wireless charging, and radiation-hardened circuits. No awards are documented, but he holds 2 patents in CMOS photodetection technology.
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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.
Raluca NEGREA is a Scientific Researcher III at the National Institute of Materials Physics, working in the Laboratory of Atomic Structures and Defects in Advanced Materials (LASDAM). Her research focuses on advanced materials for electronic, energy, and sensing applications. Dr. NEGREA's primary research interests span across multiple areas of materials science: Ferroelectric materials, particularly hafnia and zirconia-based thin films Nanomaterials synthesis and characterization Photocatalysis and water splitting using modified TiO 2 systems Gas sensing applications of metal oxide nanostructures Energy storage in ferroelectric capacitor systems Interface engineering in multiferroic heterostructures Her publication record demonstrates a strong focus on the development and characterization of functional oxide materials, with particular emphasis on ferroelectric hafnium and zirconium oxides. Dr. NEGREA has made significant contributions to understanding the phase control, wake-up phenomena, and polarization mechanisms in these materials. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in memory devices, energy storage, and sensors. She frequently employs advanced characterization techniques including X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, and various spectroscopic methods to elucidate structure-property relationships. Dr. NEGREA collaborates extensively with researchers across Europe, contributing to multi-institutional projects focused on advanced electronic materials. Her laboratory work in LASDAM supports the development of next-generation functional materials for various technological applications.
Dr Joshua Lehr is a Lecturer in Chemical Sciences at the University of Salford's School of Science, Engineering & Environment. He joined the university in 2018 after previously working at Nottingham Trent University. His academic career spans interdisciplinary research at the intersection of chemistry, nanotechnology, biology, and engineering, with a focus on molecular interfaces for medical diagnostics applications. Dr Lehr completed his educational journey with a BSc in Chemistry and Philosophy (2002-2005), followed by a 1st Class BSc Hons Chemistry (2005-2006), and a PhD in Chemistry (2006-2010) all at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand. After his PhD, he conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Oxford focused on supramolecular systems. In 2019-2020, he completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice at the University of Salford. His research primarily focuses on the construction and study of functional molecular architectures at interfaces, leading to the development of switchable surfaces, sensors, supramolecular interfaces, and bioelectronic interfaces for medical diagnostics. Complementing this work, he studies the fundamental formation, characteristics, and electrochemical behavior of thin organic films at electrodes. His current projects include Kidscan placement studentships focused on leukaemia diagnostics and sensors, and supramolecular patterning of multifunctional interfaces. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on electrochemical biosensors for medical diagnostics, particularly for cancer detection and monitoring. His work consistently bridges fundamental electrochemistry with practical medical applications, with increasing emphasis on childhood leukaemia diagnostics in his most recent research. The interdisciplinary nature of his work spans electrochemistry, materials science, biochemistry, and medical diagnostics. Dr Lehr leads several teaching modules including Introductory Biochemistry (Year 1), Bioinorganic Chemistry (Year 2), and Science and Industry (Year 3). He also contributes to Frontiers in Inorganic Chemistry, Applied Biomedical Science, and Current Topics in Biochemistry. As admissions tutor for Chemical Sciences, he plays an important role in student recruitment and supervision of final year projects, masters, and PhD students. His current research projects demonstrate strong industry and healthcare partnerships, particularly with Kidscan funding multiple placement studentships (2020-2025) focused on leukaemia diagnostics. These projects indicate his research has translational impact in developing electrochemical sensors for real-time monitoring of cancer treatments.
