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2026
This research investigates macrophages, immune cells that regulate infection, tissue repair, and cancer responses. Through laboratory experiments and machine-learning models, it aims to predict macrophage function across different diseases and…
2026
This research develops soft, tissue-like implantable sensors capable of monitoring molecular signals inside the body in real time. By combining high-performance electronics with flexible, biocompatible materials, these devices could detect…
2026
This research investigates the genetic mechanisms underlying polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a condition affecting one in ten women and the leading cause of female infertility. By studying thousands of genetic variants across multiple cell types,…
2026
This research investigates the neurological causes of sleep dysfunction in people with myotonic dystrophy, a common multisystem muscular dystrophy. Using mouse models and brain activity monitoring, the study examines how diseased brains lose the…
2026
This research develops a method to deliver EGCG, a green tea compound known to break apart Alzheimer's-related protein tangles, into the brain. By chemically attaching EGCG to a carrier that can cross the brain's protective barrier, the project aims…
2026
This research examines how multilingual college students use AI writing tools and whether these tools support or hinder learning. The findings suggest that learning outcomes depend on how AI is used. When employed as a scaffold for feedback and…
2026
This research uses gravitational lensing to investigate dark matter, the invisible substance that makes up roughly 80% of the Universe's matter. By studying distortions in light caused by massive galaxies, it seeks to identify dark matter structures…
2026
This research investigates magnetic reconnection, a fundamental plasma process that drives space weather and can disrupt satellites, GPS, and power grids. Using UCLA's Large Plasma Device, the study recreates reconnection events thousands of times…
2025
This research investigates how the structure of comb polymers influences their ability to stabilize materials in applications ranging from fragrances and food products to wastewater treatment and drug delivery. By systematically modifying polymer…