Priscilla Hwang, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering | B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Duke University · VCU College of Engineering
Dr. Hwang's research focuses on developing 3D microphysiological systems to investigate musculoskeletal pathologies and cancer progression.
tumor microenvironment intervertebral disc microphysiological systems cancer metastasis collective cell migration
Sophia Lunt
Assistant Professor · Michigan State University
The Lunt Lab focuses on understanding the role of metabolism in supporting cancer proliferation, heterogeneity, and metastasis.
Cells Metabolomics Molecular Biology Mass Spectrometry LC-MS
Cynthia Reinhart-King
Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Engineering; Professor of Biomedical Engineering; Director of Graduate Studies in Biomedical Engineering · Vanderbilt University
Biomedical engineering expert whose research focuses on reducing cancer metastasis and artery hardening.
Metastasis Cancer Cell-Based Movement Arthrosclerosis
Ravindra Kolhe, PhD
Director, Georgia Esoteric & Molecular Laboratory at Augusta University · Augusta University
Ravindra Kolhe is a Molecular and Genetic Pathologist, involved in identifying and validating cutting-edge platforms for diagnostic medicine
Pathology Informatics Genetic Pathology Molecular Pathology Surgical Pathology
Susan Thomas
Associate Professor, Associate Director for Integrated Research Center, Mechanical Engineering · Georgia Tech - COE
Susan Thomas is an expert on the role of biological transport phenomena in physiological and pathophysiological processes.
Drug Development and Delivery Cancer Biology Biomaterials Drug Design
James Dahlman
Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering · Georgia Tech - COE
James Dahlman uses molecular biology to rationally design the genetic drugs he delivers.
Vascular and Immunoengineering DNA Barcoded Nanoparticles Drug Delivery CRISPR Gene Editing
Dr. Sima Salahshor
Adjunct Professor · University of Toronto, Faculty of Medicine
Health Innovation Advisory and Program Design & Management
Oncology and Cancer Research Psychedelic Medicine Medical Genetics Business Development & Partnerships Program Implementation
Lisa Holle, Pharm.D., BCOP, FHOPA
Associate Clinical Professor of Pharmacy Practice · University of Connecticut
Dr. Holle’s clinical research focuses on medical marijuana, oral cancer therapy management, and impact of clinical pharmacy services
MyDispense Medical Marijuana Pain Cancer Cancer Therapeutics
Bikash Sahay
Research Associate Professor · University of Florida
Bikash Sahay works on the interaction of Borreliella burgdorferi with its host and the beneficial use of gut microbes-derived products.
Gut-Microbiota Lyme Disease Probiotic-Engineering and Application
Gregg Fields, Ph.D.
Executive Director · Florida Atlantic University
Gregg Fields uses chemistry to answer biological questions, many of which assist in the diagnosis and treatment of major diseases.
Extracellular Matrix Biochemistry Matrix Metalloproteinase Collagen Drug Discovery Protein Biochemistry
Russell Schwartz
Professor and Department Head · Carnegie Mellon University
Russell Schwartz works in computational biology and the use of algorithms, AI, machine learning, and simulation in biomedical science.
Cancer Biology Biophysics Population Genetics Computational Genomics Machine Learning
Yanping Ma
Professor of Mathematics · Loyola Marymount University
Seaver College of Science and Engineering
Applied Mathematics Mathematics Mathematical Modeling Simulations Latex
Professor Jim Boyne
Head of Subject · Leeds Beckett
Jim Boyne's laboratory investigates the role of RNA in human disease.
Molecular & Cellular Biology Cancer Research
Christopher H. Contag
James and Katherine Cornelius Chair; John A. Hannah Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Microbiology & Molecular Genetics; Director, Institute for Quantitative Health Science and Engineering · Michigan State University
Expert in biomedical engineering and molecular imaging
Photomedicine Molecular Imaging Neonatal and Developmental Medicine Microbiology & Immunology Radiology
René Olivares-Navarrete, D.D.S, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering | D.D.S, National Autonomous University of Mexico | Ph.D., National Autonomous University of Mexico · VCU DEPT OF BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
Olivares-Navarrete’s research focuses on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine approaches for Craniofacial and Orthopaedic needs.
Tissue Engineering Stem Cell Biology and Engineering Biomaterials for Craniofacial and Musculoskeletal Tissues Immunomodulation and Immunoengineering Wnt Signaling in Morphogenesis Healing and Regeneration
Barry Elkind
Manager, Technology & Venture Development (Head, Molecular Diagnostics) · MaRS Innovation
Commercializing life science technologies in the areas of molecular diagnostics, medical devices and therapeutics
Molecular Cell Biology Molecular Diagnostics Life Sciences Commercialization Project and Program Management
Emily Day
Associate Professor, Biomedical Engineering · University of Delaware
Prof. Day engineers drug & biomolecule nanocarriers for targeted treatment of cancers, blood disorders, and reproductive health conditions.
Precision Medicine Drug Delivery Translational Research Gene Regulation Phototherapy
Ibrahim Nassour
Assistant Professor · University of Florida
Dr. Ibrahaim Nassour specializes in surgeries for cancers of the gastrointestinal tract, pancreas, liver and bile duct.
Peritoneal Surface Malignancy Mesothelioma Cytroreductive Surgery Pancreatic Pseudocyst Neuroendocrine Tumors
D. Joshua Cohen, M.D.
Research Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering · VCU College of Engineering
Applications to solve orthopedic and dental challenges involving the musculoskeletal system; focusing on in vivo studies using rodent models
MicroCT imaging Orthopedic and dental implantology Breast cancer metastasis to bone Small animal model surgery
Brian Nam, M.D.
Director of Robotic Thoracic Surgery · ChristianaCare
Dr. Brian Nam is the director of Robotic Thoracic Surgery at ChristianaCare.
Thoracic Surgery