Nanotheranostics Professors and Supervisors

Tymish Ohulchanskyyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

State University of New York at BuffaloUnited States

Tymish Ohulchanskyy is an Adjunct Research Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University at Buffalo, and a Distinguished Professor at the College of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, Shenzhen University. His research focuses on biophotonics, nanomaterials, and their biomedical applications, particularly in photodynamic therapy, nanotheranostics, and optical imaging. Research Interests : Photophysics of organic/inorganic materials for photonics and biophotonics Photoactive nanomaterials for biomedical applications Nanotheranostics (diagnosis and therapy integration) His work emphasizes nanoparticle design for targeted drug delivery , light-mediated therapies , and advanced optical imaging techniques . Recent studies explore synergistic therapies using magnetoplasmonic platforms and thermoresponsive nanoparticles. Awards : Distinguished Professor, College of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, Shenzhen University Advising & Grants : No formal student advisees listed, though his research teams likely involve graduate students. Grants focus on nanomedicine and biomedical engineering. Labs/Teams : His research group develops light-responsive nanomaterials and biocompatible theranostic systems , collaborating across engineering, physics, and medical disciplines.

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Ming Zhaoمشاهده پروفایل

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University of KansasUnited States

Ming Zhao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy. His research focuses on developing advanced materials and systems for biomedical applications, particularly at the interface of functional materials and biology. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles, and completed postdoctoral training at MIT and Harvard Medical School. Education: Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, UCLA (2018) M.S., Biochemistry, Zhejiang University (2013) B.S., Bioengineering, Zhengzhou University (2010) Research interests include non-viral CRISPR delivery systems, oral protein delivery platforms for metabolic diseases, and bioelectrochemical sensors for in vivo diagnostics. His lab innovates nanotechnology-based solutions for precision medicine and real-time biomarker monitoring. Recent work addresses challenges in gene editing safety, gastrointestinal drug retention, and multiplexed biomolecule patterning on microelectrode arrays. Publications span high-impact journals like Nano Today , Analyst , and WIREs Nanomedicine , with a focus on translating engineering principles into clinical applications. Notable projects include CRISPR-Cas9 RNP delivery systems and gastric-resident microdevices for sustained protein release. Led the development of novel zwitterionic polymers reducing immunogenicity in drug delivery. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations across mechanical engineering, materials science, and clinical medicine.

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Jordi Abellà Iglesiasمشاهده پروفایل

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University Ramon LlullSpain

Jordi Abellà Iglesias serves as a Full Professor and EQBA Group Manager at the Department of Analytical and Applied Chemistry within IQS School of Engineering at Universitat Ramon Llull. His academic career includes serving as Director of the Department of Analytical Chemistry (2005-2021) and Coordinator of the Master's Degree in Analytical Chemistry (2013-2021). His educational background includes a Doctor of Chemical Sciences (1997, URL), Chemical Engineering degree (1993, IQS), and Bachelor of Chemical Sciences (1994, URL). These qualifications established his foundation in chemical sciences and engineering that informs his current research. Professor Abellà specializes in electrochemical sensor development for nuclear fusion applications, with particular focus on hydrogen monitoring, tritium detection, and lithium analysis in molten metal environments. His research integrates electrochemistry, materials science, and nuclear engineering to address critical measurement challenges in fusion reactor technology. The EQBA research group he manages develops analytical, spectrometric, chromatographic, electrochemical and optical techniques with applications in both industrial and research settings. His publication record shows consistent output with 61 scientific productions including 52 journal articles, with significant recent activity (7 publications in 2024, 4 in 2023). His research demonstrates a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated sensor technologies for extreme fusion environments, particularly focusing on 3D printing techniques for ceramic sensor components and novel electrolyte materials. He leads multiple significant research projects including Ecsenfus (Development of electrochemical sensors for fusion applications, 2023-2027), EUROFUSION (2021-2025), and EUTECTIC (industrial production of lithium-lead eutectic alloy for fusion technology, 2022-2025). These projects demonstrate substantial research funding and collaboration within the European fusion research community. His research group, EQBA (Electrochemistry and Bioanalysis Group), focuses on developing analytical techniques with applications spanning from fundamental electrochemistry to practical industrial solutions. The group maintains active collaborations within the FusionCat community, connecting Catalan institutions working on nuclear fusion research.

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Valentina Alice Caudaمشاهده پروفایل

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Polytechnic University of TurinItaly

Valentina Alice Cauda is a Full Professor at the Polytechnic University of Turin (DISAT), leading the Trojan Nano Horse Laboratory (ERC) and contributing to the Spectroscopy and Surface Characterization Laboratory. She serves as Scientific Coordinator of the European Technology Platform Nanomedicine (ETPN) and holds multiple research roles in non-commercial collaborations. Scientific Coordinator, ETPN (2024-present) Head of research projects: MONITOR-CRRT, RESYNC, NanoZoom, MITHoS, and more Advising PhD students in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, and Medical-Science Research Interests focus on Nanomedicine with emphasis on: Advanced drug delivery systems Extracellular vesicle biomimicry Metal oxide nanomaterials Sonodynamic and piezoelectric therapies Wet chemical synthesis of nanoparticles Scientific Contributions include 15 recent articles (2023–2025) on: Tumor imaging with dual-mode contrast agents Ultrasound-responsive nanomaterials Acoustic wave applications in 3D cancer models Machine learning in renal injury prediction Functionalization of biomimetic nanoparticles Collaborations span institutions like the University of Turin, Florence, and Terni. She supervises PhD students across multiple cycles (2018–2024) and contributes to patents in sonoluminescence imaging, EV-mimicking systems, and renal monitoring.

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Jan Grimmمشاهده پروفایل

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Cornell UniversityUnited States

Jan Grimm is an Associate Professor of Radiology at Weill Cornell Medical College, with over 15 years of research experience in molecular imaging, nanomedicine, and cancer diagnostics. His work bridges biomedical engineering and clinical translation, focusing on innovative imaging technologies for tumor characterization and therapy monitoring. MD from University of Hamburg Faculty of Medicine (1996) PhD from University of Schleswig-Holstein (2005) Research interests center on medical imaging innovations using nanotechnology, including Cerenkov luminescence imaging, optoacoustic imaging, and tumor-targeted nanoparticles. Key areas include vascular-targeted therapies, intraoperative imaging, and radiation detection systems. Recent publications highlight pan-cancer imaging agents , ferroptosis monitoring , and microfluidic tumor models . His work emphasizes multimodal imaging for cancer therapy and diagnostics, with applications in prostate, melanoma, and pancreatic cancers.

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Ariadna Verdaguer Ferrerمشاهده پروفایل

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University Ramon LlullSpain

Ariadna Verdaguer Ferrer is a Researcher at the Universitat Ramon Llull , affiliated with the IQS School of Engineering in the Department of Analytical and Applied Chemistry . Her work focuses on electrochemical sensors , bioanalytical chemistry , and proton-conducting materials . Projects : Actively involved in fusion reactor sensor development ( ECSENFUS ) and cancer detection via extracellular vesicles ( ICP-MS analysis ). Research Trends : Combines Nanotechnology and Materials Science to advance hydrogen sensors and nanotheranostics . Labs & Teams : Collaborates with the Electroquímica i bioanàlisi research group and multidisciplinary teams in Advanced Science and Ceramics International projects.

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Pedro Viana Baptistaمشاهده پروفایل

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NOVA University LisbonPortugal

Pedro Viana Baptista serves as a Full Professor at the Faculty of Science and Technology (FCT) of Nova University of Lisbon, where he maintains an active research laboratory focused on nanomedicine and nanotheranostics. His office is located in room 308 with contact information prominently displayed, indicating his current active status at the institution. Dr. Baptista's research program centers on nanotechnology applications for molecular diagnostics and gene therapy, with particular expertise in gold and silver nanoparticles for DNA/RNA detection, mutation characterization, and cancer therapy. His work spans biosensor development for mutation detection using microfluidics platforms, nanoparticle-mediated gene delivery and silencing, and targeted drug delivery systems. The interdisciplinary nature of his research bridges nanotechnology, molecular biology, and clinical applications, with emphasis on translating laboratory findings into practical diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Analysis of his recent publication record reveals a strong focus on cancer theranostics using nanoparticle platforms, with significant contributions to tumor-on-chip technology, KRAS mutation profiling in pancreatic cancer, miRNA detection and silencing, and 3D tumor spheroid models for drug testing. His research demonstrates consistent innovation in adapting nanotechnology for clinical applications, particularly in overcoming challenges related to drug resistance and improving cancer diagnostics. Dr. Baptista actively collaborates with numerous researchers across Portugal and internationally, as evidenced by his extensive co-authorship record. His laboratory appears to be well-integrated within the UCIBIO research unit at FCT, focusing on interdisciplinary approaches to biomedical challenges. The consistent output of high-impact publications demonstrates sustained research productivity and leadership in the nanomedicine field.

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Steven Wuمشاهده پروفایل

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University of South DakotaUnited States

Steven Wu serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of South Dakota since August 2020, following research positions at the University of North Dakota (2017-2020) and postdoctoral training at the University of Washington. His academic credentials include: B.S. from Hunan University (China), 2007 M.S. from Hunan University (China), 2010 Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from University of North Dakota, 2015 Research focuses on nanomaterial development for biomedical applications , with core expertise in fluorescence biosensing , bioimaging , and nanotheranostics . His work bridges analytical chemistry and biomedicine through innovations like semiconductor polymer dots for temperature sensing. Recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward nanoscale diagnostic tools , particularly utilizing near-infrared materials for non-invasive biomedical monitoring. This aligns with his departmental role in advancing analytical methodologies. Professor Wu actively mentors through two major NSF initiatives: MRI grant for powder X-ray diffractometer (2025-2028) REU Site: Molecules Meet Materials (2022-2025) supporting both graduate research and undergraduate training in the upper Great Plains region. His laboratory infrastructure centers on advanced materials characterization, with current instrumentation acquisitions enabling expanded research in nanomaterial synthesis and analysis for biomedical applications.

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