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Karin Chumbimuni-Torres — Dr. Karin Chumbimuni-Torres leads a research lab focused on developing advanced biosensors for the detection of viruses like HIV and Hepatitis B and C. The lab aims to create affordable and effective diagnostic tools that can be deployed in resource-limited settings, helping to improve healthcare access for at-risk populations. By integrating innovative technologies, the lab's goal is to enhance patient monitoring and treatment outcomes for individuals suffering from viral co-infections.
Zixi Jack Cheng — Dr. Zixi Jack Cheng's lab at the University of Central Florida focuses on the sensory systems of the heart, particularly how nerves from the vagus and spinal cords communicate about heart health and disease. They examine both healthy and diabetic hearts to understand how these nerve systems change and affect heart function. By mapping these nerves in rats and humans using advanced imaging techniques, the lab aims to create detailed 3D models that can guide new treatments for heart-related conditions, especially in diabetic patients.