Tufts University · EngineeringLaboratory for Biomedical Device Innovation
Sameer R Sonkusale · Medford, Massachusetts
Research Focus
Dr. Sameer R. Sonkusale leads a research lab at Tufts University focused on the development of innovative biomedical devices. Their current project involves creating a tiny ingestible micro-pill designed to non-invasively sample content from specific parts of the gastrointestinal tract. This technology aims to improve our understanding of gut microbiota and its implications for health and nutrition, ultimately aiding in the development of personalized dietary recommendations.
ingestible devicesgut microbiomebiomedical engineeringmicrofabricationclinical trials
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop an ingestible micro-pill for targeted sampling of intestinal content.
AIM 02Incorporate pH and oxygen sensors for autonomous operation in the digestive system.
AIM 03Test the micro-pill's functionality in live pigs.
AIM 04Conduct a clinical trial assessing the pill's efficacy in humans.
AIM 05Analyze the impact of different diets on gut microbiota using the micro-pill.
Skills the Lab Values
3D printingmicrofabricationsensor integrationanimal modelsclinical trial design
Output against the department
Publications335top 24% of dept.67th of 278
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Citations7.1ktop 50% of dept.139th of 278
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