YAS Research
Laboratory
Our research aims to understand the concepts and mechanisms of complex bioscience challenges lying at the interface of biology, physics, and engineering. We investigate biological processes at the micro- and nanoscale.
Research at the
Nanoscale Frontier
Our mission is to advance the field of molecular nanoscale biosystems engineering through cutting-edge research and innovation. We strive to discover and develop new nanotechnologies and bioengineering methods that improve human health and the sustainability of biological processes.
By applying our expertise across catalysis, synthetic biology, and nanoscale design, we aim to make a positive impact on medicine and society through the development of next-generation therapeutics and diagnostic platforms.
Learn moreBiosensing
Samples containing RNA and DNA lie at the heart of all biopsy techniques. We are determined to develop biosensors that can enhance the concentration of RNA and DNA in these samples, improving the detection sensitivity.
Biomechanics
Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans) worms are extensively used as model organisms in medicinal and genetic research. We use biomechanical techniques to model neuromuscular diseases like diabetes, alzheimer, etc using C. elegans.
Bioinspiration
Being bioinspired from amazing design strategies of Nature at micro and nano level, we are determined to solve incumbent problems in bioengineering using micro and nano fabrication techniques.
Recent Publications
Selected highlights from our ongoing research — updated regularly.
MechanoBioCAD: A Generalized Semi-Automated Computational Tool for Mechanobiological Studies
N. Baban*, C. Stubbs, Y.-A. Song
Lab on a ChipInvestigating the Mechanism of Ion Concentration Polarization within Nanofluidic Hydrogel Membranes: Experiment and Simulation
H. Aljayyousi*, J. Kim*, S. Kirmizialtin, Y.-A. Song
Advanced Materials InterfacesAccelerating Cleavage Activity of CRISPR-Cas13 System on a Microfluidic Chip for Rapid Detection of RNA
J. Kim*, A. Orozaliev*, S. Sahloul*, A.-D. Van*, V.-T. Dang, V.-S. Pham, Y. Oh, I. Chehade, M. Al-Sayegh, Y.-A. Song
Analytical ChemistryA Modular and Reconfigurable Microfluidic Device for Culturing Spheroids Under Continuous Perfusion
H. Aljayyousi*, S. Sahloul*, A. Orozaliev*, N. Baban*, A.-D. Van*, A. Al Nuairi*, P. John, A. Zam, P. Percipalle, Y.-A. Song
APL BioengineeringNews
Recent highlights, awards, and announcements from the MNBE Lab.
Team event
Group dinner at Jumeirah Resort Saadiyat Abu Dhabi in celebration of our group’s participation and winning an award at the Technology Innovation Pioneers Summit 2020 held at NYUAD.
A Cover Page Research Article Published in Science
Many Congratulations to Navajit and the Team for publishing a cover page article in Science with the title “Biomimetic Fracture Model of Lizard Tail Autotomy“.
Interested in collaborating?
We welcome inquiries from prospective PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and industry partners.