GCSP research stipend | Spring 2026

Characterizing Glioblastoma Subtypes Using Electrical Impedance Spectroscopy

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Electrical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) is a noninvasive technique that measures the electrical properties of biological systems. This research investigates whether EIS can distinguish glioblastoma subtypes using two human-derived cell lines, GBM 22 and GBM 115. Impedance spectra will be collected across a range of frequencies using a Spiospec system to analyze differences in conductivity related to cellular behavior. Identifying subtype-specific electrical signatures may provide a quantitative method for tumor characterization and support the development of improved diagnostic technologies.

Student researcher

Chiya Goyal

Biomedical engineering

Hometown: New Delhi, Delhi, India

Graduation date: Spring 2027

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Mentor: Brent Vernon