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Researchers in chemistry, engineering, physics and biological sciences honored by AAAS

Researchers in chemistry, engineering, physics and biological sciences honored by AAAS

Five faculty members at the University of Notre Dame have been elected by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) as lifetime fellows. The fellows include Patricia A. Champion, Jon P. Camden, Yih-Fang Huang, Ahsan Kareem and Rebecca...

Researchers develop novel method for glucagon delivery

Researchers develop novel method for glucagon delivery

In a new study, published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, Matthew Webber, associate professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering, is rethinking the traditional use of glucagon as an emergency response by administering it as a preventive measure.

Notre Dame experiment is en route to the space station; could lead to more effective early cancer screenings

Notre Dame experiment is en route to the space station; could lead to more effective early cancer screenings

The study, led by Tengfei Luo, a professor in the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Notre Dame, will be initiated by astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

Bringing the deficiencies of our society to the surface

Bringing the deficiencies of our society to the surface

Hsueh-Chia Chang, the Bayer Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Notre Dame, was one of the first research scientists cleared to reopen his lab. Chang focused on developing highly sensitive point-of-care tests to detect the virus and...

Researchers work to quantify the human immune response to COVID-19

Researchers work to quantify the human immune response to COVID-19

Merlin Bruening and a team of scientists have begun research to develop point-of-care antibody tests that would help public health officials to better understand how an individual’s immunity to COVID-19 lasts over time.

Researchers explore potential of highly sensitive point-of-care tests for novel coronavirus detection

Researchers explore potential of highly sensitive point-of-care tests for novel coronavirus detection

Hsueh-Chia Chang, the Bayer Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, said technology his lab developed for other uses could easily be extended to apply to testing for the coronavirus.

Indiana National Lab Day highlights state, federal research initiatives

Indiana National Lab Day highlights state, federal research initiatives

The University of Notre Dame, Indiana University and Purdue University are teaming up with the Indiana Innovation Institute for Indiana National Lab Day, connecting researchers with representatives from the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Laboratories.

Engineering lymphatic vessels as a therapeutic to heal the heart

Engineering lymphatic vessels as a therapeutic to heal the heart

With funding from the American Heart Association, Notre Dame researchers will use biomaterials and stem cells to regenerate lymphatic vessels and study their potential for therapeutic applications.

Matthew Webber receives American Diabetes Association’s Accelerator Award

Matthew Webber receives American Diabetes Association’s Accelerator Award

The ADA announced it will fund a $1.625 million Accelerator Award to Matthew Webber, assistant professor in the Department of Chemical and Bimolecular Engineering, to research and develop materials capable of sensing critical drops in blood glucose.

Will heart cells help solve our most complex problems?

Will heart cells help solve our most complex problems?

As part of a new study, researchers at the University of Notre Dame aim to create a more optimal computer network for solving complex problems — using heart cells.

Fluid dynamics may play key role in evolution of cooperation

Fluid dynamics may play key role in evolution of cooperation

In a new study, physicists at the University of Notre Dame examined how the mechanical properties of an environment may shape the social evolution of microbial populations.

Engineered polymer membranes could be new option for water treatment

Engineered polymer membranes could be new option for water treatment

The global applications are significant when considering those populations without suitable drinking water and limited resources.

Cancer cells thrive in stiff tissue, according to new study

Cancer cells thrive in stiff tissue, according to new study

Scientists studying tumor growth and metastasis at the University of Notre Dame fabricated a human tissue model to examine how cancer cells interact with connective tissue in the breast.

Notre Dame to lead $26 million multi-university research center developing next-generation computing technologies

Notre Dame to lead $26 million multi-university research center developing next-generation computing technologies

The new center led by the University of Notre Dame will focus on conducting research that aims to increase the performance, efficiency and capabilities of future computing systems for both commercial and defense applications.

Notre Dame professors named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science

Kenneth T. Christensen, professor and collegiate chair in fluid mechanics and chair of the Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, and Umesh Garg, professor of experimental nuclear physics have been named fellows.

Novel platform uses nanoparticles to detect peanut allergies

Researchers have developed a novel platform to more accurately detect and identify the presence and severity of peanut allergies, without directly exposing patients to the allergen, according to a new study published in the journal Scientific Reports.

IBM Global Internship Program highlights impact of applied research

The University of Notre Dame is one of four academic institutions invited to participate in the IBM Global Internship Program, which gives students the opportunity to work on real world projects alongside mentors at one of IBM’s Global Research Centers...

Researchers Develop ‘Living Diode’ Using Cardiac Muscle Cells

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This is a vital step toward developing new forms of biorobotics and novel treatment approaches for muscle-related health problems such as muscular degenerative disorders, arrhythmia and limb loss.

New method improves stability, extends shelf life of protein drugs

Matthew Webber tested a novel route for non-covalent protein modification and results reveal a new way to improve the stability of common protein drugs and extend shelf-life.

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