Engineering small devices for a big impact on health
Welcome to Living Devices Lab, where we're not just working with microchips – we're bringing them to life! In the realm of biomedicine, a significant challenge is creating model systems that replicate human diseases. This is crucial for understanding the complexities of diseases and developing groundbreaking therapies.
These devices enable us to manipulate biological components such as cells, blood, and tissues. Picture microchips mirroring the structure and function of the tissues inside your body. With these devices, we delve into understanding the functionality of cancers and diseases and unraveling how impact biological functions.
Our current focus involves investigating vascularized systems, sickling red blood cells, the movement of cancer cells leading to metastasis, dormancy in breast cancer and drug studies in a way that bridges the gap between in vitro and in vivo. These microchip models provide a profound exploration of the fundamental mechanisms underlying diseases, paving the way for the development of innovative therapies.
If our endeavors captivate your interest, delve into our Research page for in-depth insights into ongoing projects. Curious about the brilliant minds behind this exciting work? Explore our People page to meet the dedicated individuals driving our groundbreaking research forward.