Dr. Tzahi Cohen-Karni's lab at Carnegie-Mellon University focuses on understanding how DNA damage in heart cells can lead to heart disease. They explore the molecular mechanisms behind cardiac health by studying how damaged DNA affects cell communication and function in 3D heart tissue models. Their work aims to identify potential new treatments for heart failure and improve our understanding of how DNA damage impacts heart health.

Professor Keith E Cook's lab at Carnegie-Mellon University focuses on innovative ways to improve patient care during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for those suffering from severe lung diseases. The research aims to develop advanced biomaterials that can help prevent excessive bleeding and blood clots in ECMO circuits, ultimately improving survival rates and easing patient treatment outside intensive care settings.

Dr. Bin He’s lab focuses on developing advanced imaging techniques to help improve surgical outcomes for patients with drug-resistant epilepsy. They use innovative machine learning methods to analyze brain activity, particularly during seizures, with a goal of accurately identifying the areas of the brain responsible for seizures. This work could lead to better surgical planning and ultimately improve the lives of many patients suffering from epilepsy.