Micro and
Nanosystems
Developing innovative micro and nanosystems for life science applications, precise 3D manipulation, and ultrafast structural transformations.
Core Capability
3D Manipulation
The Innovation
SonoTransformers.
“We propose acoustically controlled soft micromachines with ultrafast transformations that leverage preprogrammed soft hinges with different stiffnesses.”
Our research focuses on the design and realization of transformable acoustically activated wireless microscale machines. We are currently developing innovative micro and nanosystems for life science applications, overcoming the traditional limits of manipulation at the microscale.
Life Science Systems
Developing and engineering state-of-the-art micro and nanosystems specifically tailored to solve complex biological and diagnostic challenges.
Ultrafast Transformations
Leveraging preprogrammed soft hinges of varying stiffnesses to achieve high-speed, acoustically triggered shape-shifting in micromachines.
Institution
ARTORG Center
Biomedical Engineering
Dedicated to transforming medical technology through interdisciplinary engineering research.
Breakthrough Platform
Cellular Manipulation
3D Acoustic Rotation.
We developed the first acoustic rotational manipulation of single cells and model organisms as inexpensive, three-dimensional (3D) imaging platforms.
The concept of rotation manipulation can become a powerful tool for precise 3D injections, surgery, and the characterization of the mechanical properties of bioparticles and engineered soft materials. This opens new frontiers in non-invasive biomedical diagnostics and intervention.
Visual Documentation
Research Highlights
Innovative micro and nanosystems developed for life science applications and advanced manipulation.
SonoTransformers: Transformable Acoustically Activated Machines
Innovative Micro/Nanosystems for Life Science Applications
Acoustic Rotational Manipulation of Single Cells
Literature
Selected Publications
Nature Communications
2016
Acoustic rotational manipulation of single cells and model organisms
Introducing the first acoustic rotational manipulation method serving as an inexpensive, three-dimensional imaging platform for precise 3D injections and structural characterizations.
Recent Output
Latest
SonoTransformers: Transformable Acoustically Activated Wireless Microscale Machines
Proposing acoustically controlled soft micromachines with ultrafast transformations that leverage preprogrammed soft hinges with different stiffnesses.