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Reza Mohammadi, Ph.D.

Reza Mohammadi, Ph.D.

Associate Professor with Tenure, Department of Mechanical and Nuclear EngineeringVCU College of Engineering

Professor Mohammadi researches Materials Science and Engineering, Surface Engineering, Wetting Phenomena, Metal Forming, Materials Chemistry

Ultra-incompressible superhard materialsSuperhydrophobic materialsThin film deposition and characterizationTearing energy of sheet metalsMetal forming and shaping
Thea Pepperl, Ph.D.

Thea Pepperl, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering | B.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | Ph.D., Virginia Commonwealth UniversityVCU College of Engineering

Thea Pepperl's research and expertise focuses on the analysis and design of decision tools for the coordination of care of older adults.

Image analysisImage segmentationHealth Informatics
Ümit Özgür, Ph.D.

Ümit Özgür, Ph.D.

Engineering Foundation Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer EngineeringVCU College of Engineering

Professor Özgür specializes in optical spectroscopy and photonic devices

Ultrafast spectroscopyGroup III-nitride and zinc oxide optoelectronicsLight emitting diodesIII-V and II-VI semiconductor heterostructuresNonlinear optics
Dianne T. V. Pawluk, Ph.D.

Dianne T. V. Pawluk, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering | BSc., University of Alberta | MSc., Queen's University, Canada | Ph.D. HarvardVCU College of Engineering

Dr. Pawluk develops devices and algorithms for assistive technology for individuals who are blind and visually impaired

Devices and algorithms for assistive technology for individuals who are blind and visually impairedAccessing graphical informationNavigation and orientationMobility aidsRehabilitation technology
Xuejun Wen, M.D., Ph.D.

Xuejun Wen, M.D., Ph.D.

Professor, Department of Chemical and Life Science EngineeringVCU College of Engineering

Dr. Wen researches biomaterials as well as cell and tissue engineering

BiomaterialsCell and Tissue EngineeringRegenerative MedicineStem Cell Biology and EngineeringDrug Delivery
Vamsi K. Yadavalli, Ph.D.

Vamsi K. Yadavalli, Ph.D.

Professor, Department of Chemical and Life Science EngineeringVCU College of Engineering

Professor Yadavalli researches functional nano and biomaterials

Functional Nano and BiomaterialsMicro- and Nano-Fabricated DevicesBiosensorsNanoscale Surface CharacterizationSingle Cell Analysis
Leah Spangler, Ph.D.

Leah Spangler, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Chemical and Life Science EngineeringVCU College of Engineering

Dr. Spangler's research interests include protein engineering, developing sustainable biomaterials, and renewable energy.

Dean Krusienski, Ph.D.

Dean Krusienski, Ph.D.

Professor and Graduate Program Director, Department of Biomedical Engineering | B.S., M.S., Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State UniversityVCU College of Engineering

Focusing on neural signal processing and analysis for the development of brain-computer interfaces and neuroprosthetic devices.

EEG AnalysisBrain-Computer InterfacesSignal ProcessingMachine LearningNeuroprosthetics
Zvi Schwartz, D.M.D., Ph.D.

Zvi Schwartz, D.M.D., Ph.D.

Professor, Department of Biomedical EngineeringVCU College of Engineering

Doctor of dental medicine and periodontal expert; skilled program developer

Bone Cartilage and mineralization and their relation to Vitamin D sex hormones and local factors.Implant and bone substitute mechanism of action and clinical useSteroid hormonePeriodontal diseases etiology and treatmentThe Effect of Vitamin D on Cartilage Cells in Vitro
Claire Sparks, M.S.

Claire Sparks, M.S.

InstructorVCU College of Engineering

Provide high quality instruction for undergraduate students.