AI & Plasmonic Synergy

October 14, 2025December 13, 2025u1320162

Innovative Machine-Learning Technique Enables Low-Cost Detection of Neurochemicals

A collaborative effort between Chemical Engineering and Health Sciences departments has resulted in a new sensing method capable of rapidly classifying monoamine neurotransmitters using plasmonic UV autofluorescence and ML. Published in Nanoscale Advances journal, this research points toward accessible, scalable tools for monitoring chemical markers linked to stress, mood, and mental health.

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U Students Lead Breakthrough in Low-Cost Neurochemical Detection

SPIE 2024

August 20, 2024September 11, 2024u1320162Leave a comment

Showcasing Our Latest Innovations at SPIE. Optics and Photonics 2024 in San Diego, CA!

Thrilled to announce that we presented our research on innovative plasmonic nanostructures for enhanced biomolecule detection in the UV spectrum at the prestigious SPIE Optics + Photonics 2024 conference in San Diego, CA! It was a privilege to present our findings with my PhD student, Mohammad Mohammadi. We’re excited to explore future developments in this captivating field and contribute to its advancement.
#SPIE #Optics #Photonics #Nanotechnology #BiomoleculeDetection
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University of Utah TLO Ascender Grant

July 28, 2024December 13, 2025u1320162

Yunshan Wang Receives University of Utah TLO Ascender Grant for Neurotransmitter Detection Research

I am honored to have received the University of Utah TLO Ascender Grant for my project, “Opportunity Analysis for Detecting and Differentiating Neurotransmitters Using Ultraviolet Plasmonic Engineered Native Fluorescence.” This grant will support the development and commercialization of our innovative technology in neurotransmitter detection. I am excited to advance this research and grateful for the support that makes it possible.

Capstone Project

April 18, 2024December 13, 2025u1320162

Celebrating the Capstone Team’s Success: Innovative Water Purification with Photocatalysis and Metallic Nanoparticles

A big shout-out to the Capstone project team, including Cameron Kelly, Kevin Linford, Sealeigh Keetch, and Sovit Bhetwal, all senior students in Chemical Engineering, for their outstanding work on purifying water containing organic contaminants. Their project focused on using photocatalysis coated with metallic nanoparticles to tackle this environmental challenge. Their dedication and hard work have led to impressive results, and it’s been a pleasure to watch their growth and success throughout the project! Special thanks to Dr. Yunshan Wang and Dr. Michael Nigra for their invaluable supervision and guidance.

AICHE 2023

November 10, 2023September 11, 2024u1320162

We are delighted to have presented our research at the 2023 AIChE Annual Meeting in Orlando, FL! Engaging with brilliant minds in Chemical Engineering nationwide was an incredible experience. Grateful for the opportunity to share insights from my research and contribute to the field and it was a pleasure connecting with new experts, exchanging ideas, and learning about cutting-edge projects.

Dielectrophoretic Label-Free Assessment of Critical Quality Attributes of Therapeutic Extracellular Vesicles Biomanufactured for Regenerative Medicine
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Improve Sensitivity and Selectivity of Neurotransmitter Sensing through UV Plasmonics Enhanced Native Fluorescence.
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