Biophysics & Nanoscience
We are interested in elucidating fundamental biophysical aspects of neurons, in-organic nanostructures and their interaction with fluids, and sensor interface physics both from a theoretical and experimental perspective. We solve partial differential equations, use finite element tools and employ multi-physics simulations to dissect different physical contributions to signal generation – both in the context of neuroscience and nanoscience.
Research topics in this area spans the following
A. Biophysics, Fluid physics and Nanoscience
Research topics within this area include
a. Electrodiffusion models to explain transport (in biology and nanofluidics)
b. Multi-physics based simulations and experimental validation of nanoscale electrodes
c. Electrolyte dynamics in nanofluidic channels
d. Electromechanical coupling in neurons and cellular membranes
e. Scanning probe microscopy and physics
Nano Neurotechnology Lab @Purdue 