Dr. Guillermo Antonio Ameer's research focuses on improving wound healing for diabetic patients. His lab develops innovative medical devices, particularly a smart bandage that not only promotes healing but also monitors wound conditions in real time. This work aims to reduce complications like infections and amputations associated with diabetic foot ulcers.

Dr. Lirong Yan's lab at Northwestern University focuses on understanding how changes in blood vessels in the brain affect cognitive decline and dementia, particularly in Alzheimer's disease and vascular cognitive impairment. The team uses advanced imaging techniques to create precise measurements of brain blood vessel health, aiming to develop new biomarkers that can help differentiate between various types of vascular-related cognitive issues. This research could lead to better diagnostic tools and treatments for dementia-related conditions.