Assistant Professor
Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Aneurysms – Intracranial; Biomedical Engineering; Biomedical Imaging; Biomedical Imaging; Cardiovascular Disease; Cerebrovascular (Stroke); Gene Expression; Gene Sequencing; Hematology; Hemostasis / Thrombosis; Inflammation; Quantitative Histology; RNA; Stroke; Transcription and Translation; Transcriptomics; Translational Research; Vascular and Interventional Radiology; Vascular Malformations
I am passionate about conducting translational research in the field of neurovascular diseases, with a specific focus on ischemic stroke, intracranial aneurysm, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and reperfusion injury. My research interests lie at the intersection of biomarker development, computational biology, and big data analysis. I strive to leverage cutting-edge technologies such as transcriptomics, systems biology, and experimental models of vascular disease to gain a comprehensive understanding of these complex conditions.
In my research, I also explore the application of advanced imaging techniques, such as CT imaging and digital pathology, to enhance diagnostics and prognostics in neurovascular diseases. I have a keen interest in developing novel methods for image processing and segmentation, leveraging machine learning and deep learning algorithms to extract meaningful information from medical images. By integrating spatial sequencing data and utilizing biobanking resources, I strive to uncover molecular signatures and identify potential therapeutic targets for improved patient outcomes.
Furthermore, I am broadly interested in the field of hematology and the role of the circulating blood, as a tissue, in the pathophysiology of stroke and aneurysm, their endovascular treatment, and their healing. In addition, investigating systems biology, and how the blood can be used as a surrogate biomarker tissue of the disease, I am also interested in blood clotting and its role in aneurysm and stroke. Along with collaborators in the field of mechanical engineering, I use simulation to conduct research on the efficacy of endovascular devices, such as mechanical thrombectomy, in treating ischemic strokes by removing complex blood clots. I am enthusiastic about utilizing numerical simulations to model and optimize these devices' performance, contributing to advancements in the field of neurovascular interventions.
Overall, my research interests span a diverse range of areas, including biomarker development, computational biology, big data analysis, image processing, and machine learning, all with a specific focus on neurovascular diseases. I am committed to making significant contributions to the field through a multidisciplinary approach that integrates clinical insights, experimental models, and advanced technologies.