Massachusetts Institute of Technology · EngineeringBiomedical Device Innovation Lab
Xuanhe Zhao · Cambridge, Massachusetts
Research Focus
Professor Xuanhe Zhao's lab at MIT focuses on developing innovative biomedical devices to improve patient safety during heart surgery. One of their current projects involves creating an electrically conductive bioadhesive device that integrates with heart tissue without causing trauma or inflammation during placement or removal. This research aims to enhance the effectiveness of temporary cardiac pacing and reduce the risk of complications for patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
bioadhesivescardiac surgeryepicardial pacingarrhythmiasbiomedical engineeringmedical devicestissue integrationtrauma reductionfibrosis prevention
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop a safer epicardial pacing device using electrically conductive bioadhesives.
AIM 02Conduct in vitro and in vivo studies to evaluate device performance.
AIM 03Benchmark the new device against standard temporary epicardial leads.
AIM 04Optimize attachment and detachment mechanisms of the bioadhesive.
AIM 05Assess the tissue response to the bioadhesive to prevent fibrous capsule formation.
Skills the Lab Values
bioadhesive developmentin vitro studiesrodent modelsporcine modelssurgical techniquestissue response evaluationdata analysiselectrophysiologydevice benchmarking
Output against the department
Publications319top 26% of dept.72nd of 278
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Citations54ktop 5% of dept.13th of 278
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