Research

SynTech Bio Solutions Lab

Synergistic Technologies for Biological Solutions Laboratory is a unique research lab merging electrical and electronics engineering with molecular biology to tackle crucial biological challenges. This interdisciplinary approach combines engineering technologies like electrospinning, nanotechnology and more with biology to revolutionize healthcare. With a focus on cancer drug delivery, wound healing, and more, the lab strives to unlock new possibilities for effective therapies using sustainable biomaterials. Through the collaborative efforts of our interdisciplinary team, we bring synergy between engineering and biology. By incorporating technologies from different domains, we strive to unlock transformative solutions that would not be possible through isolated approaches. Our mission is to revolutionize healthcare by leveraging these synergistic technologies. Join us on our exciting journey as we embark on a quest to reshape the future of healthcare. Together, we can make a lasting impact and usher in a new era of scientific and technological advancements that will benefit society as a whole. Select technologies from this lab are now being commercialized through AikyaNova, the deep-tech venture I co-founded in 2025.

AI-Accelerated Drug Discovery

Our research in AI-accelerated drug discovery integrates cheminformatics, QSAR modeling, molecular docking, and deep learning. We develop deep learning QSAR models and multi-ligand simultaneous docking (MLSD) strategies to predict activity, selectivity, and toxicity of small molecules and phytochemicals. These methods are applied to targets including BCL-2, AKT-1, CXCR7, WWP1, SmTGR, LmGT, and the estrogen receptor, facilitating the design of synergistic drug combinations and the identification of novel inhibitors. See the full publication record for details.

Portable Biomedical Systems

Watch our FiberGun in Operation.

We design and develop portable biomedical systems including Fiber Gun, a handheld electrospinning device for accelerated wound healing, alongside functional quantum dot nanosystems for bioimaging and biosensing, and photoacoustic imaging techniques for breast cancer diagnosis. Our interdisciplinary approach blends embedded systems, nanomaterials, and AI signal processing to enable real-time diagnostics and monitoring in healthcare environments. See the full publication record for details.

Green Nanotechnology & HV Bio-Processing

Watch how HVED is applied for sustainable extraction in green nanotechnology.

We are pioneering high-voltage electric discharge (HVED) systems for sustainable extraction of bioactive compounds and protein from plant-based materials such as peanut meal and Moringa. These bioactives are encapsulated in PEG-PLGA nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery. Our work promotes greener extraction methods and biocompatible nanotech platforms for therapeutic use.