Combining cutting-edge techniques to study how brain cells function together
Professor White—who will soon be concluding his 10-year tenure as Chair of Biomedical Engineering at Boston University (BU)—talked about two of his projects which explore stimulation strategies for the modulation of memories. He then discussed his path to becoming a neuroscientist as well as his new hobby mixing craft cocktails.
Dunlop Lab Awarded $500K NSF Grant for Metabolic Engineering Project
Abstract: Microorganisms can be engineered to express proteins that direct the synthesis of valuable products. However, the resources used to accomplish this take away from resources devoted to maintaining normal cell functions, which can often result in reduced cell growth. This project will explore using light to control metabolic pathways with the goal of balancing […]
Professor Lei Tian Receives Scholar-Teacher of the Year Award
The dual mission of a world-class research university is both to educate, and to develop and apply new forms of knowledge for the good of society; pursuits which are intrinsically linked. As a member of the Boston University faculty, this means “integrating cutting-edge research with a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring,” according to Professor […]
Mary Dunlop, Darren Roblyer Promoted to Full Professor
Congratulations to Professors Dunlop and Roblyer for their recent promotions to full professor!
Soumendra Basu, Jerome Mertz, and More Win Dean’s Catalysts Awards
Boston University College of Engineering Dean ad interim Elise Morgan has announced the five winners—out of a record 30 applicants—of the 2025 Dean’s Catalyst Awards. The research teams will each receive funds over two years to pursue promising, ambitious projects that cut across disciplinary lines as they aim to solve global challenges.
Maahira Jain
Aishwarya Veerkumar
Sreekanth Kura
John Giblin
Boston University Ramps Up Strategy on AI
Including Iriving Bigio’s recent advancements with DermaSensor!