Microfluidic And Bio-Sensing Technologies
28 researchers across 6 institutions
Researchers in this area develop and apply microfluidic devices and bio-sensing technologies for diverse analytical and diagnostic purposes. Work includes the design and fabrication of microscale systems for precise fluid manipulation, enabling applications in chemical analysis, biological assays, and drug delivery. Investigations focus on creating novel sensors for detecting specific molecules, cells, or pathogens with high sensitivity and selectivity. This encompasses the exploration of various detection principles, including electrochemical, optical, and mechanical methods, often integrated with microfluidic platforms.
This research holds particular relevance for Arkansas's agricultural and public health sectors. Microfluidic and bio-sensing technologies can be employed for rapid, on-site testing of water quality and soil contaminants, supporting environmental monitoring and sustainable agricultural practices. In public health, these technologies offer potential for developing point-of-care diagnostic tools for disease detection and monitoring, addressing health disparities and improving healthcare accessibility across the state.
This field draws upon expertise in materials science, analytical chemistry, and fluid dynamics. Researchers across multiple Arkansas institutions collaborate to advance these technologies, contributing to areas such as advanced biosensing, nanoparticle applications, and electrochemical analysis.
Top Researchers
| Name | Institution | h-index | Citations | Career Stage | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yanbin Li | University of Arkansas | 79 | 21,813 | High Impact | |
| J. Talbot | University of Central Arkansas | 39 | 5,182 | High Impact | |
| Huidan Zhang | Harding University Main Campus | 31 | 3,147 | High Impact | |
| Kartik Balachandran | University of Arkansas | 26 | 2,748 | Grant PI High Impact | |
| Julie A. Stenken | University of Arkansas | 23 | 1,785 | Grant PI High Impact | |
| László Kékedy‐Nagy | University of Arkansas | 18 | 790 | ||
| Michael Reynolds | University of Arkansas – Fort Smith | 15 | 949 | ||
| Alec T. Salminen | NCTR | 11 | 459 | ||
| Sathyakumar S. Kuntaegowdanahalli | University of Arkansas | 8 | 2,282 | ||
| Ayesha Arefin | NCTR | 8 | 211 | ||
| Naiwen Cui | Harding University Main Campus | 7 | 807 | ||
| Raad A. Alawajji | UA Little Rock | 6 | 136 | ||
| Mengjia Hu | University of Arkansas | 4 | 97 | ||
| Foysal Z. Khan | University of Arkansas | 4 | 71 | ||
| Alexis P. Applequist | University of Arkansas | 3 | 23 | ||
| Julia K. Hoskins | University of Arkansas | 3 | 28 | ||
| David N. Parette | University of Arkansas | 3 | 10 | ||
| Swastika Tandon | University of Arkansas | 3 | 26 | ||
| Patrick M. Pysz | University of Arkansas | 2 | 12 | ||
| Jazlynn C. Sikes | University of Arkansas | 2 | 29 |
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Top US institutions in this area
- 1 Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1,453
- 2 Harvard University 1,269
- 3 University of California, Berkeley 1,043
- 4 Stanford University 1,015
- 5 University of Washington 840
Cross-Institution Connections
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