Dr. Giuliano Scarcelli's research lab focuses on developing advanced optical microscopy techniques to study the biomechanics of cells and corneal tissues. By utilizing a novel method called pulsed Stimulated Brillouin scattering, the lab aims to create non-invasive, high-throughput imaging tools to understand how mechanical properties affect biological processes. The ultimate goal is to enhance clinical practices in ophthalmology and tissue engineering by providing more accurate biomechanical assessments.

Dr. Huang Chiao Huang's lab focuses on developing innovative therapies for advanced ovarian cancer. They create 3D models that simulate the conditions of ovarian tumors in the abdomen to understand how fluid shear stress affects cancer cell behavior and treatment resistance. The lab's goal is to engineer nanoparticles that can improve the targeting and effectiveness of chemotherapy, especially in cases where cancer cells become resistant to traditional treatments.

Dr. Christopher M Jewell's lab focuses on developing innovative approaches to treat autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis and type 1 diabetes by promoting immune tolerance. The lab employs techniques such as microneedle arrays to deliver therapeutic antigens and regulate immune responses, aiming to create therapies that are both effective and have fewer side effects than current treatments. Students in the lab will engage in cutting-edge research that combines engineering with immunology to explore how immune system modulation can combat autoimmune disorders.