Gong awarded NIH R01 grant to develop AI methods for PET imaging

August 22, 2024

Kuang Gong, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Florida, has been awarded a prestigious R01 grant from the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB). This grant will support his research project, “Deep Learning Methods for Improving Gallium 68-Based PET Imaging.” Gong will lead this project […]

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Jennifer A. Nichols, Ph.D.

Nichols and collaborators awarded NIH R01 to study the biomechanics contribution to rotator cuff tear symptoms

July 31, 2024

The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) has awarded Dr. Jennifer Nichols and Dr. Federico Pozzi a multi-Principal Investigator R01 grant for a research project entitled “Biomechanics Contributions to Symptoms and Joint Health in Individuals with Rotator Cuff Tears.” This project aims to evaluate the influence of musculoskeletal biomechanics on rotator […]

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UF BME welcomes three new faculty to the department

December 1, 2023

Markia Bowe, Ph.D. Instructional Assistant professor With a dedication to higher education, Bowe completed her Ph.D. in biomedical engineering at the University of Florida in 2023. Guided by Dr. Kyle Allen, her research exemplifies her commitment to advancing the field. Her educational journey began at Kettering University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in […]

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Dr. Kuang Gong Joins UF BME, Bringing Expertise in Medical Imaging and Deep Learning

August 28, 2023

UF BME is thrilled to welcome its newest addition to the faculty, Dr. Kuang Gong, who joins as an assistant professor this fall. Dr. Gong brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in medical imaging, deep learning, and data science, which is expected to significantly contribute to the advancement of research and education in the […]

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