This project will focus on reinforcing biocomposite materials with a superhydrophobic plating to help improve the mechanical properties and industrial feasibility. Biocomposites are currently being widely researched because of their numerous advantages over materials traditionally used in manufacturing such as being easily recyclable, being made from materials which are found abundantly in nature, and having […]

The proposed project involves the use of a combination of two techniques i.e., rheology, confocal microscopy and image analysis, aimed at understanding the physics of bacterial cells at interfaces. Given the fact that the interactions and the interplay of forces are complicated at interfaces, the proposed study can provide significantly valuable insights into the dynamics […]

Cancer is associated with an accumulation of alterations in genes that confer the ability of cancer cells to grow uncontrollably. These alterations can contribute to increased deleterious function or loss of function of genes that normally regulate cell growth. Genes in our cells are organized on chromosomes which duplicate every time a cell divides. In […]

Surfactants are chemical compounds used as active ingredients in a large array of products, such as soaps and detergents. However, they can become pollutants and toxicants, and their production is not sustainable (derived from petrochemical processes). One attractive alternative is the use of biological surfactants from microbial origin. We have identified a promising new biosurfactants […]

We proposed a breath analyzer to identify viruses by utilizing an affordable fiber coupler. This sensor captures the optical absorbance spectrum, which contains the unique signatures of viruses present in the breath. The device is user-friendly: simply exhale into the analyzer to receive results. Our product addresses the traditional challenges of virus detection, eliminating high […]

Our project focuses on developing a bioprinting technology for treating severe burns. We aim to reduce scarring and enhance skin regeneration, which can significantly improve the lives of burn victims. This technology has the potential to make a big difference in the medical field, but it’s a challenging journey, especially due to the strict regulations […]

Nowadays, natural, sustainable, or environmentally friendly agriculture practices are becoming increasingly popular, where seaweed biostimulants could play a vital role in providing plant nutrition and responding against diseases, pests, and abiotic stresses. North Atlantic seaweeds have a high potential to be a candidate in the biostimulants market since they have a wide range of nutrients […]

This project will focus on supporting BIOVECTRA’s organizational goals of solving complex therapeutic challenges in collaboration with partners through contract development and manufacturing. This project will specifically focus on the current expansion challenges associated with a rapidly developing CDMO. This project will address the challenges of resource allocation and financial planning as the company continues […]

BIOVECTRA is a North American CDMO focusing on optimizing, adapting, and perfecting innovative technologies and drug substance development to deliver effective and novel solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturing. Challenges and opportunities include: • Solving complex therapeutic challenges in collaboration with partners through contract development and manufacturing • Offering products and services of exceptional caliber, on time […]

An ideal fragrance carrier system should not only be safe but also allow for a prolonged release of fragrances over time without affecting the overall performance of the perfume. However, very little progress has been made to improve the formulation of perfumes despite the size and high social status associated with the market. My project […]

Lipid-made nanoparticles are small delivery vehicles that can encapsulate therapeutics like mRNA and drugs. These tiny containers help to protect therapies until they are delivered into cells where they have better effects. A huge portion of the worldwide population have them in their bodies, thanks to mRNA COVID19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna. A lot […]

The proposed research project is focused on customizable medical tattoo electrodes used on patients in different clinical settings. These electrodes are placed in specific places on the body and are connected to medical signal acquisition systems to collect different medical signals. The signals can include ECG (heart) signals and EMG (muscle) signals, and these signals […]