Abhinav Acharya
Faculty, Arizona State University
Summer 2021
Brian Aguilar
Biomedical engineering
Synthesis and Characterization of Immunomodulatory Microparticles for the Induction of Tolerance Against Dietary Antigens
Inducing tolerance to dietary antigens is an alternative method to food avoidance and may reduce anaphylaxis in case of allergen exposure.
Program: FURI
Spring 2021
Alison Sundem
Chemical engineering
Metabolite-based Cancer Vaccine to Modify Immunometabolism and Prevent Melanoma Growth in Aging Mice
Developing a novel metabolite-based vaccine strategy will modulate immune responses thereby preventing melanoma growth.
Program: FURI
Fall 2020
Avery Rose Wagner
Chemical engineering
Synthesis of Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs) for the Purpose of Encapsulating and Releasing Tuberculosis Drugs
Developing a novel drug delivery mechanism will improve treatment for patients with tuberculosis.
Program: FURI
Summer 2020
Avery Rose Wagner
Chemical engineering
Synthesis of Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs) for the Purpose of Encapsulating and Releasing Glaucoma Drugs
Developing a novel drug delivery mechanism targeting treatment for glaucoma patients will decrease demand on patients' self-care.
Program: FURI
Spring 2020
Brian Aguilar
Biomedical engineering
Oral Drug Delivery Vehicle for Prevention of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Designing an oral drug vehicle to modulate the immune response to rheumatoid arthritis will slow progression and increase patient comfort.
Program: FURI
Jamie Handlos
Chemical engineering
Targeting B-cell lymphoma through the use of CAR macrophages
Studying chimeric antigen receptor macrophages will help determine if they are a better treatment for B cell lymphoma tumors.
Program: MORE
Fall 2019
Mio Ozawa
Chemical engineering
Synthesis of Calcium Phosphate Nanoparticles with the Inclusion of Metabolites and Ovalbumin
A novel development of nanoparticles will aid in curing melanoma and benefit the quality of life of people affected by cancer.
Program: FURI