University of Minnesota-Twin Cities · Biomedical EngineeringWood Biomarkers Lab
David Kevin Wood · Minneapolis, Minnesota
Research Focus
Dr. David Kevin Wood's lab at the University of Minnesota focuses on developing new ways to measure and understand sickle cell disease (SCD) through biomarkers. They aim to find specific cells' properties that can predict clinical outcomes to improve patient care and treatment strategies. By combining biochemical and mechanical measurements of red blood cells, the lab is paving the way for more effective monitoring and therapy for SCD patients.
sickle cell diseasebiomarkersred blood cellsclinical outcomesbiomechanics
Research Aims
5AIM 01Discover new biomarkers for sickle cell disease based on single cell properties.
AIM 02Validate these biomarkers in clinical settings to improve patient outcomes.
AIM 03Develop a platform for rapid measurement of red blood cell characteristics.
AIM 04Investigate the relationship between red blood cell properties and treatment responses.
AIM 05Create predictive models for adverse events in sickle cell patients.
Skills the Lab Values
single cell analysisbiochemical assaysmechanical property measurementquantitative analysisdata processing