University of Michigan-Ann Arbor · Biomedical EngineeringFan Diagnostics Lab
Xudong Fan · Ann Arbor, Michigan
Research Focus
Dr. Xudong Fan's lab focuses on developing innovative diagnostic devices that analyze biological markers from breath and skin odors to detect and monitor various diseases. By utilizing micro-gas chromatography and machine learning, the lab aims to create portable devices for point-of-care use, enhancing diagnosis and patient monitoring for conditions like acute respiratory distress syndrome and skin diseases. Their work combines biomedical engineering, data science, and clinical expertise to significantly improve healthcare outcomes.
micro-gas chromatographyacute respiratory distress syndromebreath biomarkersdisease detectionwearable sensorsdata sciencemachine learningclinical diagnosticsnon-invasive assessments
Research Aims
4AIM 01Develop portable devices for diagnosing diseases based on exhaled breath and skin odors.
AIM 02Validate breath biomarkers for acute respiratory distress syndrome in clinical settings.
AIM 03Create algorithms for monitoring disease progression using time-series data from wearable devices.
AIM 04Integrate advanced sensing technologies to enhance disease detection accuracy.
Skills the Lab Values
micro-gas chromatographywearable device developmentalgorithm developmentmachine learningdata analysisvapor samplingclinical data collectionsensor integrationbiomarker identification
Output against the department
Publications430top 21% of dept.123rd of 595
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Citations17ktop 22% of dept.129th of 595
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