FOCUS: Our lab focus is on the development of modern optical instruments for bioengineering. We combine new technologies in (1) optics (grayscale lithography, laser printing, free-form diamond turning, and molding), (2) opto-mechanics (LIGA, DRIE components), (3) electronics (custom detectors), (4) software (dedicated DSPs, new algorithms) and (5) bio-chemical materials (solgel, gold nanoparticles, quantum dots) to solve problems of medical diagnosis and detection for both clinical and remote environments. We are also interested in advancing imaging techniques to enhance performance and information content in acquired images.

RESEARCH PHILOSOPHY: The research in bioengineering is a challenging task that requires a constant awareness of emerging technologies. These technologies enable new techniques or methods not possible five or ten years ago. Therefore to effectively advance our engineering research we utilize the newest optical, electronic, and fabrication technologies as well as other novel technologies from affiliated fields. In other words, we are always on the search for technological innovations that can enhance our research and enable our ideas.