Current and Past Funded Research:
Bio-MEMS and Bio-Nanotechnology

• Membrane based protein biomarker detectors
  The goal of this project is the development of electrical biosensors by utilizing the techniques of substrate modification and protein localization. Detection is achieved by the in-situ measuring of the binding of the protein to the substrate. This is used for multiplexed detection of protein biomarkers in identifying vulnerable plaque characterized by inflammation and thrombosis in the perioperative state.
• Optical microcavity based biochemical sensor
  The goal of this project is to fabricate micro cavities and surface coat them to detect agents of interest. The chemical agents and its associated concentrations are detected by variations to the resonant wavelength and the variation in the quality factor.
• Development of BIOSENS - a bio-chemical sensor board with Mica Z motes for sensor networking applications
  The goal of the project is to fabricate a sensor chip and develop the associated signal conditioning circuitry. These are integrated on a printed circuit board which is interfaced to the mote platforms using a connector. This sensor board is called BIOSENS and is used for detecting a wide range of hydrocarbons from the environment.

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