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Microrobotics
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The Micro/NanoScale Biotic/Abiotic Systems Engineering Laboratory was founded by Professor Behkam within the mechanical engineering department. Our lab focuses on interfaces between biological and synthetic systems (or bio-hybrid engineering).
The research interests cover the study of micro/nano-robotics, nanotechnology, bio/nano interface, and biophysics of bacteria motility, chemotaxis and adhesion. Our activities can be divided into two broad categories: (1) developing bio-hybrid engineered systems (biomicrorobots) in which biological components are utilized for actuation, sensing, communication, and control. (2) Studying mechanism of adhesion, motility and sensing in cells or unicellular microorganisms. Activities in this category often support our biomicrorobotics activities. We utilize 2D and 3D microfluidic devices and platforms to establish well-defined and repeatable test environments for most of our projects.
An overview of the projects can be seen on the research page. |
Biophyscis
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