University of Southern California · Biomedical EngineeringAdvanced Imaging and Biomarker Lab
Cristina L. Zavaleta · Los Angeles, California
Research Focus
Cristina L. Zavaleta's lab at the University of Southern California focuses on developing advanced imaging technologies to better understand patient tissues, particularly in cancer research. Her team's innovative approach uses special nanoparticles to provide detailed molecular profiles in a single image, enhancing the way physicians can analyze tissue samples. This work aims to improve personalized treatment by effectively profiling the immune response within tumors and other diseases.
multiplexed imagingRaman spectroscopynanoparticlesimmunoprofilingpersonalized therapycancerimmune systembiomarkersclinical translation
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop sensitive SERS nanoparticles for molecular imaging.
AIM 02Test multiplexed imaging technology on immune cells.
AIM 03Profile molecular markers in human tissue samples.
AIM 04Integrate imaging strategy into the pathology workflow.
AIM 05Explore applications beyond cancer, including neurological and autoimmune diseases.
Skills the Lab Values
Raman spectroscopysurface enhanced Raman scattering (SERS)cell culture techniquesimmunohistochemistrymicroscopic imagingnanoparticle fabricationbiomarker analysisdata interpretationhistologyantibody conjugation
Output against the department
Publications76bottom 11% of dept.529th of 595
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Citations6.7ktop 50% of dept.296th of 595
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