Ivy Liu
I am currently and undergraduate research at the Mathijssen Lab with a research interest in applied physics. I have been with the Mathijssen Lab since my freshman year! I am working on two projects, one involves studying the collective motion of micro-organisms in fluid and how it affects their surroundings, and the other involves studying micro-organisms inside porous media created using hydrogels which are like orbeez (definitely nostalgic). Each of these projects combine fluid mechanics and biology to help researchers understand how to harness the natural environment to design useful technologies. Outside of research I am a part of the Penn Women in Physics, Penn Benjamins, and National Research Conference at Penn clubs because I learned about the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to learning from University Scholars. Outside of classes I enjoy reading books like the Poppy Wars series and watching shows such as Pyramid Game, All of Us Are Dead, and “Night Has Come”.
Yucheng Shao
My research interests involve machine learning/AI and climate change. Besides these interests, I am currently exploring new research avenues. Recently, I interned under Professor Franz Weber, who studies REM sleep in mice. His research expertise primarily focuses on neuroscience and the mechanisms that control REM sleep. Under his guidance, I developed a machine learning algorithm to detect p-waves (peaks) in brain state data during REM sleep. I also interned under Professor Charles Yang, whose research focuses on cognitive science, language acquisition, and natural language processing. Under his guidance, I created a computer science algorithm that mimics how humans learn and form pattern recognition. Besides my research, I am also a CIS 1200 TA and part of an investment club. In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, reading, and getting boba with friends.
Predicting and understanding pulmonary function during sleep
Identifying patient features that predict the presence of specific sleep-related breathing disorders or responses to treatment
Experimental Particle Physics at the ATLAS experiment and future colliders
ATLAS is large complex experiment that requires complex detectors to be build and operated and yield data sets that require sophisticated analysis. Projects might include making and interpreting data representations, statistical analysis, machine learning, and electronics development.
Research Assistant(s) for Primate Video Data Collection
Dr. Jones is looking for 1-2 reliable, collaborative, and organized students to assist with a project examining gorilla tool use. Students will learn to identify individual gorillas housed (or previously housed) at Zoo Atlanta, and use behavioral coding software (Noldus Observer) and will collect data from video footage of gorillas using tools for a few hours a week. In addition, students will attend regular meetings with Dr. Jones, and may be asked to read related articles, and complete related tasks/assignments.
Mentorship for students interested in Reproductive Psychiatry
I have no ongoing research but am interested in mentoring motivated students curious about reproductive psychiatry and women's mental health.
Understanding molecular mechanisms of cell death
How cells respond to stresses such as infectious microbes or malignant transformations (cancer) is important for host survival. Most times, the cells need to be eliminated to protect the host. Our lab is interested in understanding the mechanism by which cells die in response to different stresses.
Pediatric Urology
As a pediatric urologist I focus on treating anomalies of the urinary tract in children. I personally have a specific research focus on hypospadias (disorder where the urethra is ectopic) and bladder exstrophy (bladder is born open and outside the body). I welcome anyone to come join our research team and become amazed with what we do in pediatric urology.
Developing tools for deep-dive evaluation of data types
Director of the ITMAT Bioinformatics Laboratory. We do methods development, methods benchmarking and collaborative data analyses with emphasis on RNA and RNA sequencing and also circadian biology.
Evidence Based Dentistry and Treatment Decision in Periodontics
Investigate the indications for extractions and dental implants, along with the factors influencing these decisions. Evaluate factors such as patient-related characteristics, periodontal status, restorative needs, endodontic conditions, and other potential determinants that clinicians use in prognosis determination and treatment decisions.