Investigating the Effects of Oxygen Availability on Neurodevelopment in Organoid Models
Understanding the impact of oxygen conditions on organoids can aid in the development to make them better models of disease and injury.
Mentor: Madeline Andrews
Program: MORE
Thermal Management for 3D Heterogenous Integration of Semiconductor Packaging
An advanced cooling approach for semiconductor systems can reduce overheating and thereby improve performance and reliability.
Mentor: Robert Wang
Program: MORE
Clara Chaves Azevedo Civil engineering
Studying ink-based perovskite materials with reduced toxicity to explore the opportunity to gather energy from the sun on buildings.
Mentor: Nick Rolston, Nidhin Kurian Kalarickal
Program: FURI
Geometric Deep Learning and Anatomical Landmarking for Improved Preclinical Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis
Using neural networks and mesh processing, we revolutionize Alzheimer’s detection, enabling timely interventions for improved outcomes.
Mentor: Yalin Wang
Program: FURI
Effects of High Temperature Annealing on Tungsten-doped VO2 Phase Transition Temperature
Lowering the transition temperature of VO2 by high temperature annealing could make it a more effective thermal control.
Mentor: Liping Wang
Program: FURI
Sensor Fusion System for Improving Motion Amount Quantification within Computer-Vision-Enabled Worker Analysis
Developing a sensor fusion system for computer vision models will both increase the accuracy and reduce the costs of motion data analysis.
Mentor: Shenghan Guo
Program: FURI
Swelling Studies of PEG/PPG-Polyurethane Polymers for Medical Applications
Studying the swelling rate of different polymers at different temperatures over time will help with future biomedical applications.
Mentor: Brent Vernon
Program: FURI
2-Dimensional Perovskite Photovoltaics Produced with Organic Additives
Using organic additives in perovskite inks to improve the reliability of perovskite solar cells can lead to more efficient solar panels.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: GCSP research stipend
NRG1 Delivery via Sulfated-Hyaluronic Acid (HA) Microgels as a Neuroprotective Agent to Oxygen-Glucose Deprived (OGD) Neuronal Cells
Sulfated-HA microgels can enable growth factor delivery to apoptotic cells advancing development of composite hydrogel systems to treat traumatic brain injury.
Mentor: Sarah Stabenfeldt
Program: FURI
Enhanced Production of Organic Materials Under Light-Limited Conditions Through CRISPR Engineering of Cyanobacterial Hydrogenase
Enhancing cyanobacterial hydrogenase activity could revolutionize sustainable biofuel production, mitigating climate change.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: FURI
Covalent Organic Framework-Based Aerogel Composites for Passive Atmospheric Water Harvesting
Incorporating functional nanofillers into nanoporous aerogels would allow for passive water harvesting even in low-humidity, desert air.
Mentor: Kailong Jin
Program: MORE
Regulating Surface Synergistic Layers of Layered Cathodes Through Low-Temperature Pyrolysis
Enhancing the battery performance of nickel-rich cathodes can decrease the price of batteries and make lithium-ion batteries more sustainable.
Mentor: Linqin Mu
Program: FURI
Power Disaggregation for Enhanced Energy Efficiency
Using machine learning for power disaggregation, thus reducing power consumption, helps ensure sustainability.
Mentor: Patrick Phelan
Program: MORE
Rohit Menon Robotics and autonomous systems
Using a 5G network to create a system to control an off-road vehicle from miles away would help provide the precision as if you were right behind the wheel.
Mentor: Yan Chen
Program: MORE
Measuring Material Diffusion And Performance Changes in Semiconductor Diodes
Studying and modeling the correlation between the performance of semiconductor diodes and defects after aging.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Perception of Intelligent Parking System
Creating a sustainable parking system using computer vision will help the public find the nearest spot, reducing congestion and emissions.
Mentor: Junfeng Zhao
Program: MORE
Unraveling Speech Processing in Humans: Insights from Neural Signals
Decoding neural signals during speech to study how we process communication will advance language, speech disorder and neurological research.
Mentor: Bradley Greger
Program: GCSP research stipend
Integrating Machine Learning With a Cancer-On-A-Chip Model to Characterize the Morphological Response of SUM159 Cells to Infiltrative Stromal Cells
Novel machine learning methodologies that identify responsive morphometric features will help uncover/validate new therapeutic targets for cancer.
Mentor: Mehdi Nikkhah
Program: FURI
Understanding Chiral Material Systems by Synthesizing and Characterizing Vibrational Properties of Single-Crystal InSeI
Characterizing single-crystal InSeI will help understand chiral material systems and their properties, which may benefit the semiconductor industry.
Mentor: Sefaattin Tongay
Program: FURI
Eco-friendly Dust Mitigation with Bio-polymer from Pine Resin in Mining and Construction Projects
Elevating dust control in mining and construction with eco-friendly biopolymer will produce a healthier environment and sustainable practices.
Mentor: Hamed Khodadaditirkolaei
Program: FURI
Lithium-Ion Battery Degradation and State of Health Evaluation for Second-Life Applications
Studying battery cycling, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and capacity changes at low temperatures to understand battery degradation.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Developing an Antibody Language Model for Generating Missing Amino Acid Residues to Complete Partial BCR Sequences
Our model studies immune cells, which hold promise as treatments for cancer and can extend to other infectious diseases.
Mentor: Heewook Lee
Program: MORE
Enhancing Human Activity Recognition through 3D Modeling and Deep Learning: Advancement of Wearable Robotics through Time-series and Video Data Analysis
The motivation of this project is to advance the lives of people through the extensive research into the technology of wearable robotics.
Mentor: Pavan Turaga
Program: GCSP research stipend
Engineering C. glutamicum to Improve b-ketoadipate Pathway Productivity
Engineering C. glutamicum with the ultimate goal of enhancing the microbial utilization of lignin-derived substrates.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: FURI
Characterization of Battery Stability Through Impedance Characterization for Sodium Ion Batteries
Studying battery degradation will help determine how sodium ion batteries can be re-purposed for second-life applications using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Adsorption Enhancement of Atmospheric Moisture Capture Using 3D-Printed TPMS Geometry
Studying the effect of high surface-to-volume ratio geometries to extract water from atmospheric air by means of adsorption phenomenon.
Mentor: Patrick Phelan
Program: MORE
Unified Frenet Frame Motion Planning Based Framework for Social Navigation
Improving autonomous vehicle and human interaction using game theory, Monte Carlo Tree Search, value alignment and predictive planning for decision-making.
Mentor: Wenlong Zhang
Program: MORE
Developing Self-Healing Polymeric Nanocomposites through Nanoparticle-based Bonds
By strengthening nanocomposite properties through polyvalent interactions, the utility of self-healing materials can be expanded to a broader range.
Mentor: S. Eileen Seo
Program: MORE
Finite-element Thermomechanical Characterization of Thin Film Perovskites for Solar Energy Applications
A finite-element thermomechanical model of perovskite-silicon tandem modules will facilitate innovations in solar panel design and materials.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Mesh Based Machine Learning Algorithms for Use in Deforming Solids Simulations
Studying the effectiveness of machine learning networks in allowing for quicker computations of soft material deformations and motion.
Mentor: Leixin Ma
Program: FURI
Simulation of MoNbTaW Refractory High Entropy Alloy (RHEA) Optimization for High Temperature and Strength Applications
Finding the most optimal composition of MoNbTaW alloy will help with improving aircraft engine efficiency by being strong at extreme temperatures.
Mentor: Lin Li
Program: FURI
Verification Code Generation in the Hardware Description Language Verilog
Using large language models for verification code generation in Verilog for integrated circuit designs will shorten testing and remove roadblocks.
Mentor: Nakul Gopalan
Program: FURI
Scalable Synthesis of Zeolite for Use as Separators in High Performance Lithium Ion and Metal Batteries
Designing a safer lithium-ion battery will allow people to store energy without the fire risk of traditional lithium-ion batteries.
Mentor: Jerry Lin
Program: FURI
The Viability of Generative AI in Data Analytics and Summarization
Using generative AI to analyze large student survey datasets will allow teachers to rapidly make improvements to their courses.
Mentor: Chao Wang
Program: FURI
Nanomechanical Characterization and Evaluation of Silk Fibroin Electrospun Scaffolds for Regenerative-Engineered Orthopedic Products
Investigating and evaluating the mechanical properties of electrospun silk fibroin will help develop regenerative-engineered orthopedic products.
Mentor: Vincent Pizziconi
Program: FURI
Performance Evaluation of TPUs and FPGAs for Deep Neural Network Inference
This project will help engineers choose the correct hardware platform for their application based on their cost and performance requirements.
Mentor: Aman Arora
Program: MORE
Advancing the Semiconductor Industry through the Development of a Miniaturized Reinforced Mixed-Mode Bending Apparatus (MRMMB) with Out-Of-Plane Shear Mode Consideration, Initially Invented at Arizona State University
The inclusion of mode III characterization offers a valuable opportunity to enhance our comprehension of component and system failures.
Mentor: Masoud Yekani Fard
Program: FURI
Solvent Vapor Anneal of Perovskite Films Fabricated by Electrical Field Direct Ink Deposition Technique
Developing methods to optimize fabrication of perovskite solar cells, which are inexpensive yet degrade quickly.
Mentor: Terry Alford
Program: FURI
Vat Photopolymerization of Resin/Liquid Crystal Based Polarizers with Enhanced Anisotropic Property for Optical Steganography
Enhancing resin/liquid crystal polarizers for optical steganography makes encrypted messages more secure and accessible.
Mentor: Xiangjia Li
Program: FURI
Structural Characterization of Aged Perovskite Films
Uncovering the structure property relationship of perovskite solar cell materials using X-ray diffraction and crystallinity measurements.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Validating CancerSim2: A Comparative Study of Adaptive Therapy in Mice Experiments
Validating CancerSim2 against clinical trials of adaptive therapy will help enhance and verify the accuracy of the model for cancer growth.
Mentor: Joshua Daymude
Program: MORE
Characterizing the binding efficiency of NR5A1’s G35E ZF mutation in a synthetic system
Understanding NR5A1’s ZF domains allows scientists to determine how to develop transcription factors to study Adrenal Disease and develop therapies.
Mentor: Xiao Wang
Program: FURI
Hardware-Net
Studying methods to solve a control problem for a system whose dynamics are not differentiable will advance robotics.
Mentor: Wanxin Jin
Program: MORE
Lithium-ion Battery Degradation Machine Learning Model
Leveraging impedance data from lithium-ion batteries to create a machine learning model that can accurately predict battery state of health.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Determining Transcription Factor LuxR Function In Mammalian Cells
This research adapts bacterial tools for mammalian use, accelerating and simplifying human cell study.
Mentor: Xiao Wang
Program: FURI
Computational Design of Disordered Optical Metamaterials Beyond the Quasistatic Regime
Modeling material layering for specific properties will help predict the interaction of waves within the material.
Mentor: Yang Jiao
Program: FURI
Analyzing the Morphological Shifts of Breast Cancer Cells under Varying Stromal Conditions Using a Microfluidic Technology
Investigating cell shape change in breast cancer cells across varied environments will help understand how cell interactions affect cancer behavior.
Mentor: Mehdi Nikkhah
Program: FURI
Functionalized PDMS for Membrane Separations of VOCs from Water
Examining the applicability of functionalized PDMS polymer membranes to separate organic contaminants from water through pervaporation.
Mentor: Matthew Green
Program: GCSP research stipend
Dexterous Manipulation: Differential Sensitivity of Manipulation and Grasp Forces to Task Requirements
Understanding the mechanisms underlying dexterous human grasping and digit force coordination can improve neurorehabilitation techniques.
Mentor: Marco Santello
Program: FURI
Development of a Novel Multimetal 3D Printer via Mask Image Projection Based Vat Photopolymerization
Developing a 3D printer that is capable of printing multi-metal structures will increase design flexibility and functionality.
Mentor: Xiangjia Li
Program: FURI
High Throughput Computational Search For Efficient Thermochemical Energy MOx Materials For Hydrogen Production
Researching and computing the most efficient metal oxide structures is vital to lower the cost of green hydrogen production.
Mentor: Christopher Muhich
Program: FURI
Aishwarya Katkar Mechanical engineering
Studying particle properties data will help us to speed up material analysis research for future electronics.
Mentor: Masoud Yekani Fard
Program: MORE
Hafnium Contacts for n-type Conducting Nanocrystalline Diamond
Creating ohmic contacts incorporating hafnium on nanocarbon to enable high efficiency diamond power electronics, reducing power consumption.
Mentor: Terry Alford
Program: FURI
Canonicalizing Amoebot Leader Election Algorithms
Standardizing assumptions for leader election algorithms for programmable matter in order to be able to compare their effectiveness.
Mentor: Joshua Daymude
Program: FURI
Advancing Drug Delivery Systems: Building a Model for Thin Film Double-Layer Polyurethanes
Building a model to analyze thin film double-layer polymers will help with predicting drug releases to support future customized applications.
Mentor: Brent Vernon
Program: FURI
Exploring Channel Characteristics: A Comprehensive Study and Dataset Collection in Wireless Communications
We're creating a vast dataset of wireless channels between users and using it to train a machine learning model for channel prediction.
Mentor: Ahmed Ewaisha
Program: FURI
Patrick M. Shea Jr. Electrical engineering
Enabling reconfigurable solar arrays may reduce the effects of shading and increase solar output power.
Mentor: Jennifer Kitchen
Program: FURI
Estimating Joint Parameters and Manipulation Order of Multi-DoF Objects for Robot Manipulation
Designing a computational pipeline for learning the joint parameters and manipulation order of novel objects via human demonstration.
Mentor: Nakul Gopalan
Program: MORE
Closed-Loop Control for Variable Inductor System at High Frequencies
Creating closed-loop control for inductance in magnetic materials is vital for precise regulation in testing power amplifiers.
Mentor: Mike Ranjram
Program: FURI
Next-Gen Immunotherapies: Harnessing Evolutionary Diffusion Models for Enhanced TCR-Epitope Sequence Generation
Exploring diffusion models to design TCR-Epitope sequences can lead to groundbreaking immunotherapies for cancer and disease treatment.
Mentor: Heewook Lee
Program: FURI
Producing Printable LiPON Based Solid-State Electrolyte Thin Film Using Open-Air Processing
Thin film lithium phosphorus oxynitride electrolyte is a compelling choice for next-generation battery technologies in terms of enhanced safety and energy density.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Deconvolution of the Mechanical Effects in Atomic Force Microscopy Material Characterization of Living Cells
The proper measurement of a biological tissue’s mechanical properties will improve modern diagnostic technics and prosthetic devices.
Mentor: Masoud Yekani Fard
Program: FURI
Processing and Characterizing Flexible Perovskite Solar Modules for Lunar Applications
Innovating flexible perovskite solar modules will revolutionize space missions, advancing renewable energy for sustainable exploration.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Jenna Jae Eun Lee Computer science
Designing a motion-detection camera to specifically capture the swerve motions of vehicles could help increase driver accountability.
Mentor: David Claveau
Program: FURI
Optimization of Heat Transfer Through Cadmium Selenide Semiconducting Nanoparticle Structure Using Finite Element Modeling
Optimizing heat transfer using cadmium selenide will help create more efficient water desalination techniques.
Mentor: Lin Li
Program: FURI
Effects of Parkinson’s Disease and a Secondary Cognitive Task on Postural Sway and Reactive Balance
Studying the impact of external stress on the balance of Parkinson’s disease patients allows for better development of treatments.
Mentor: Hyunglae Lee
Program: FURI
Enhancing Single-Cell RNA Sequencing Analysis for Neurodegenerative Disease Research
Transforming neurodegenerative care: Advanced cell analysis enables precise diagnoses and targeted therapies, improving patient outcomes.
Mentor: Heewook Lee
Program: MORE
Robot Learning with Adverbial Corrections
Developing robots that adapt to commands like "move faster" make them intuitive, helpful companions in daily life.
Mentor: Nakul Gopalan
Program: MORE
Gas Permeation and Separation Studies of COF Based MMMs
Unlocking the potential of covalent organic framwork-based mixed matrix membranes in gas separation allows for several industrial applications like gas storage.
Mentor: Kailong Jin
Program: FURI
The Utility and Impact of Sericin as a Novel Biomaterial for Use in Wound Healing
Investigating the biocompatibility of silk sericin produced by Bombyx mori silkworms will help explore its applications in wound healing.
Mentor: Vincent Pizziconi
Program: FURI
Development of Biomimetic Nanoparticles for Smooth Muscle Dysfunction
Developing a characterized biomimetic nano drug presents a promising avenue for effective suppression of dysfunctional smooth muscle cells post-intervention.
Mentor: Kuei-Chun (Mark) Wang
Program: MORE
Characterization of Silk Fibroin Electrospun NanoScaffolding
Creating and characterizing artificial extracellular matrices using electrospinning will help grow tissue and artificial organs.
Mentor: Vincent Pizziconi
Program: FURI
Exploring Single-Atom Catalysts for the Electrochemical Conversion of Nitrate to Ammonia with DFT and Machine Learning
Computational identification of single-atom catalysts for electrochemical NO3- reduction advances material discovery and catalytic activity.
Mentor: Christopher Muhich
Program: FURI
Optimizing Cell Culture Methods for Acetylcholinesterase Production
Altering cell lines and medium composition can optimize cell culture methods to more efficiently produce recombinant Acetylcholinesterase for medical applications.
Mentor: Heather Clark
Program: FURI
Photoelectrocatalytic Nitrate Reduction Using Nano-enabled Titanium Oxide Decorated with Metal Nanoparticles
Turning nitrate into ammonia with new technology will lead to cleaner water and better farming practices using electricity and UV radiation.
Mentor: Sergi Garcia Segura
Program: FURI
Leveraging the Power of Ligninolytic Enzymes to Valorize Lignin to Polyvinyl Phenol
Utilizing engineered microorganisms with ligninolytic enzymes for synthesis of biopolymers will contribute to advancements in bioplastics.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: MORE
Additive Manufacturing of Polymer-based Lithium Salt Electrolyte with Enhanced Physical Properties towards High-Performance Lithium-Ion Batteries
Investigation of the mechanical and electrochemical properties of 3D-printed lithium salt electrolytes to integrate them with silicon anodes.
Mentor: Xiangjia Li
Program: MORE
Understanding the Root Causes for catELMo’s Superior Performance Embedding T-Cell Receptors With Respect to the Downstream TCR-Epitope Binding Affinity Prediction Task
Studying embedding techniques for T-cell receptors will enable the recommendation of embedding methods for other types of biological data
Mentor: Heewook Lee
Program: FURI
Using Machine Learning on Naturalistic Driving Data to Predict Mild Cognitive Impairment
Engineering features from naturalistic driving data will help see if correlations can aid cognitive diagnosis and Alzheimer's disease risk assessment.
Mentor: Teresa Wu
Program: GCSP research stipend
Understanding Effect of Ion Migration Through Correlating Chemical and Ionic Properties in Halide Perovskites
Studying the ionic behavior of perovskite solar cells will help to improve its durability and successful commercialization in the near future.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: MORE
Engineering a Microbial Chimera for Biosynthesis of Green Solvents
Engineering a microbial chimera to produce green solvents alleviates the strain petrochemical usage has on our environment.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: MORE
Finite Element Analysis of Atomic Force Microscopy Measurement of Heterogeneous Nodules Suspended in a Membrane with Application in the Semiconductor, Health, and Security Industries
Simulating nanoscale measurements of particles helps the semiconductor industry analyze complex data, map inclusions and improve products.
Mentor: Masoud Yekani Fard
Program: FURI
Machine Learning on Embedded Systems to Assess Correct Form During Weight Training
This research harnesses machine learning to make weight training safer and more effective, potentially transforming fitness practices.
Mentor: Chao Wang
Program: FURI
Investigating the Influence of Bamboo Fiber Microstructure on Mechanical Response
Studying MOSO bamboo's mechanical properties will help understand its application in a construction application.
Mentor: Lin Li
Program: FURI
Utilizing Substrate Specific Polyol Phosphatases for Enhanced Photosynthetic Sorbitol Production in Cyanobacteria
Improving the sorbitol biosynthetic pathway in a microorganism will help develop a sustainable and environmentally friendly method to produce a sugar alcohol for food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Mentor: David Nielsen
Program: FURI
Finite Element Modeling to Optimize Degradation Properties on Polymeric Materials
Modeling strain vs geometry of plastics will enable optimization of a 3D printable lattice to minimize materials and maximize strain tolerance.
Mentor: Christopher Muhich
Program: FURI
Henry Nakaana Civil engineering
Bio-stimulating fungi growth in wildfire-affected soils provides a cost-effective and sustainable way to mitigate soil erosion.
Mentor: Emmanuel Salifu
Program: FURI
Byung Gik Park Electrical engineering
Studying the effect on battery capacity depending on its storage temperature will help people manage their batteries effectively.
Mentor: Yoon Hwa
Program: FURI
Processing and Laser Scribing Flexible Perovskite Solar Modules for Lunar Application
The formation of a low-cost, lightweight and flexible solar module will innovate the future of space missions.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Data Set Design, Generation, and Analysis for Deep MIMO and DeepSense 6G with Machine Learning
Designing datasets to test novel artificial-intelligence-based wireless communication algorithms will help make the switch from 5G to 6G.
Mentor: Ahmed Alkhateeb
Program: FURI
Development of a Pendulum-Based Optical-Pickup Force Measurement Device for a Micronewton Thruster
Creating a device capable of measuring the thrust of minuscule thrusters will greatly increase the capabilities and lifespan of cubesats.
Mentor: Michael Goryll
Program: FURI
Ritwik Sharma Aerospace engineering
Developing a wayfinding method for the Completely Hackable Amateur Radio Telescope which will allow K-12 students to learn about radio astronomy.
Mentor: Daniel C. Jacobs
Program: GCSP research stipend
Nano Contrast Agents in Photoacoustic Imaging: In Vitro and Ex Vivo Insights
Enhancing biomedical imaging precision through innovative use of photoacoustic techniques with ICG and LNA-ICG as contrast agents.
Mentor: Heather Clark
Program: GCSP research stipend
Developing More Stable and Efficient FAPbI3-based Perovskites
Improving performance and stability of formamidiniun lead iodide based perovskites to manufacture a low-cost and stable alternative to silicon solar panels.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Using Two Mode Squeezing to Enhance Quadrature Quantum Sensing
Studying the use of entangled photons will help enhance quantum sensing and imaging.
Mentor: Kanu Sinha
Program: FURI
Design of Testbed for Testing of Screw-Propelled Vehicles in Granular Media and at Reduced Gravity
Improving snake-shaped robotics with granular media simulations opens new paths for exploration and rescue missions in challenging terrains.
Mentor: Hamid Marvi
Program: MORE
The Incorporation of Electric Vehicle Chargers with Photovoltaic Systems through Load Management
Designing a load management system to integrate solar power into electric vehicle chargers will improve green transportation.
Mentor: Meng Tao
Program: FURI
DIW 3D Printing of Magnetic Self-Healing Hydrogels
Studying the use of 3D printing to create magnetic structures and robots that can self heal.
Mentor: Xiangfan Chen
Program: FURI
TCAD Simulation of Diamond Static Induction Transistors for Radio Frequency Power Amplifiers
Vertical diamond static induction transistors can offer five times higher output power at ultra-high and S-band frequencies for future radar and communication systems.
Mentor: Nidhin Kurian Kalarickal
Program: FURI
Vehicle Tracking Pipeline for an Intelligent Parking System
A vehicle tracking pipeline within smart parking systems promises to alleviate urban parking challenges by mitigating traffic congestion.
Mentor: Junfeng Zhao
Program: MORE
Development of a Modular Actuator for Hip and Ankle Joint
Developing a modular actuator (device) for hip and ankle joints to control and assist in respective movements.
Mentor: Hyunglae Lee
Program: MORE
Non-Metallic Bio Polymer Composite Design and Selection for Replacement of Rigid Non-Degradable Orthopedic BioWare
Analyzing computational mechanical property data of non-metallic composite designs help determine feasibility of bone fixation replacement.
Mentor: Vincent Pizziconi
Program: MORE
Accelerating the Engineering of Cyanobacteria via recJ Knockout for D-lactate Production
Exploring the effect of recJ deletion in cyanobacteria on their ability to uptake genes for D-lactate synthesis.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: FURI
Microfiltration Polysulfone Membranes for Polar Product Recovery
Studying microfiltration membranes will advance the field of membrane technology and how it is applicable to wastewater treatment.
Mentor: Matthew Green
Program: FURI
Identifying Defects in Perovskite Using Machine Vision
Machine vision improves defect identification in perovskite, boosting solar technology toward efficient, sustainable energy solutions.
Mentor: Nick Rolston
Program: FURI
Media Optimization to Improve Photosynthetic Sorbitol Production
Studying the implementation of MAD2Media's advanced optimization techniques on sorbitol production yields can improve the purity of sorbitol.
Mentor: David Nielsen
Program: FURI
Optimizing Storage Caching for Zoned Namespace Solid State Drives
Optimizing memory for machine learning will improve the performance of machine-learning-based applications and the efficiency of computing systems.
Mentor: Ming Zhao
Program: FURI
Immersive Learning Architectures: Template-Driven VR Education
Revolutionizing VR in education with replicable templates, ensuring immersive learning is accessible, engaging and seamlessly scalable.
Mentor: Robert LiKamWa
Program: GCSP research stipend
Simultaneous Production of D-Lactic Acid and Ethylene by Engineered Cyanobacteria
Transforming specific genes in cyanobacteria will help produce renewable resources for energy and other raw materials.
Mentor: Arul Varman
Program: FURI
Computer-Vision-Enabled Video Analysis for Motion Amount Quantification
Developing a novel approach for quantifying motion amounts in in-situ videos, with a focus on the local and collective motion of a specific joint.
Mentor: Shenghan Guo
Program: MORE
Optimizing Compact Model of Nanosheet FET (NSFET) for Analog/Digital IC Design
Developing an optimized machine-learning-aided compact model for nanosheet field-effect transistors can help carry out accurate and reliable circuit design.
Mentor: Kexin Li
Program: FURI
Developing a Theoretical Understanding of Water-Network Formation On The Surface of Metal Oxides
This project explores the water-surface interface on metal-oxides through Density Functional Theory in conjunction with machine learning.
Mentor: Christopher Muhich
Program: FURI
Optimizing Camera Locations for Efficient Human Motion Analysis
Optimizing camera locations for human motion analysis enhances workplace safety through better understanding of motion patterns.
Mentor: Shenghan Guo
Program: FURI
Utilizing Magnetic Nanoparticles to Advance MRI-based Hyperthermia Abilities
Developing an advanced MRI-nanoparticle hybrid system that improves diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficiency.
Mentor: SungMin Sohn
Program: FURI
Investigating Barrier Properties of Laminate Packaging Materials for Flexible Batteries
Studying the effects of flexible packaging materials’ seal strength will help with supplying power effectively in wearable devices.
Mentor: Candace Chan
Program: FURI
Asynchronous Concurrency in Anonymous Dynamic Networks
Creating formal methods to simulate synchrony in asynchronous dynamic networks allows for a better understanding of our ever-changing world.
Mentor: Andrea Richa
Program: FURI
Towards Automated Selection of Embedding Models: Identifying the Optimal Parameters for the Baseline Model for TCR Embedding
Automating embedding model selection optimizes TCR research, accelerating therapeutic target discovery for improved health outcomes.
Mentor: Heewook Lee
Program: MORE
Knowledge Representation and Reasoning through Neural Networks
Finding new methods for knowledge representation and reasoning through neural network will help developing AI with high-level reasoning.
Mentor: Steven Osburn
Program: FURI
Patient-Adaptive Robotic Balance Training for Lower-Extremity Stroke Rehabilitation
Assessing the use of robotic balance training to improve post-stroke stability will verify its advantages as a rehabilitation method.
Mentor: Hyunglae Lee
Program: FURI
Emily Mahadevan Biomedical engineering
Studying the release of alpha ketoglutarate microparticles, a metabolite that stimulates bone growth, from a hydrogel will help treat bone loss.
Mentor: Julianne Holloway
Program: FURI
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