University of Utah · ChemistryWearable Kidney Innovation Lab
Valerie C. Pierre · Salt Lake City, Utah
Research Focus
Dr. Valerie C. Pierre's lab focuses on developing innovative technologies to improve the treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD) through wearable artificial kidneys (WAKs). The lab works to create lightweight, efficient devices that can maintain electrolyte balance in patients undergoing dialysis, which is crucial for their health and quality of life. By using advanced materials and selective receptors, the goal is to enhance patient outcomes in a more comfortable and practical manner.
wearable artificial kidneyselectrolyte homeostasischronic kidney diseasesupramolecular receptorsbiomedical engineering
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop receptors for bicarbonate and chloride to improve electrolyte management.
AIM 02Create tunable receptors to enhance selective removal of specific electrolytes.
AIM 03Optimize materials for a lightweight and effective acellular wearable artificial kidney.
AIM 04Investigate the integration of advanced materials in wearable devices for renal function.
AIM 05Test the safety and efficacy of new technologies in maintaining electrolyte homeostasis.
Skills the Lab Values
polymer chemistrynanotechnologysynthesis of supramolecular compoundselectrolyte analysisdevice design
Output against the department
Publications85bottom 18% of dept.178th of 216
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Citations4.3kbottom 32% of dept.146th of 216
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