This project focused on predicting grasp force (FG) and manipulation force (FM) from high-density EMG signalsrecorded during dexterous object manipulation tasks. A condition-wise CNN-LSTM framework was used to model the relationship between multi-channel EMG input and force output, supported by preprocessing steps such as bad-channel correction, interpolation, and down-sampling. The results showed that the model…

This project provides hands-on research experience while supporting the development of a skin-on-a-chip device in the Nikkhah Lab. The work involves collaborating with a PhD student to 3D print, assemble, and test prototype designs while learning the scientific background behind the model. It will also include the use of simulation tools to analyze and better…

Pediatric medical devices are often adapted from adult designs, leading to inefficiencies in clinical procedures. This project analyzes workflow challenges in pediatric settings by measuring device changes, manual corrections, and procedure time during clinical immersion at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. The results highlight how non-pediatric-specific devices increase clinician workload and identify opportunities for improved device design….

This project focuses on improving the efficiency of Deuterium Chemical Shift Imaging (CSI) by optimizing k-space undersampling strategies and reconstruction performance. Undersampling mask strategies including pseudorandom, a priori (FLASH, T1W, T2W), and a central weighted variable density mask were evaluated across multiple acceleration factors. Reconstruction accuracy was quantified using normalized Root Mean Square Error (NRMSE)…

The growing obesity epidemic in the United States has led to a cascade of health problems throughout the population. One of the most prominent side effects of obesity is loss of proper adipose tissue (AT) function, which then leads to increasing levels of leptin production, overexpression of inflammatory cytokines, insulin resistance, and ultimately debilitating conditions…

Due to the unreliable nature of visual identification of deer mice in the field, we aimed to use a species-specific gene (cytochrome b) to characterize Peromyscus species within the Santa Catalina mountains of the Madrean Sky Islands. By extracting DNA using ear tissue, amplifying the cytochrome b gene, and ensuring its presence using gel electrophoresis,…

My project consists of an in-vitro model of encapsulated JAR Trophoblast cells cultured with excised NOD mouse splenocytes post-diabetic onset for 72 hours used to mimic pregnancy in mice prone to spontaneous autoimmune diabetes onset. The inspiration for this project stems from pregnancy in animals which induces a tolerogenic immune environment that could potentially be…

Autonomous 20-20 drag car driving in a straight line for 20 meters. Demo Day Zoom link: https://asu.zoom.us/j/82160637579 Video Research poster View the poster Sponsor Advisor Konstantinos TsakalisProfessorSchool of Electrical, Computer and Energy [email protected]

This project addresses the gap between NERC’s traditional contingency framework designed around traditional generation and transmission systems and the rapid, large-scale load swings introduced by hyperscale data centers connecting to the transmission grid. It takes the form of a physical, button-triggered 3-bus transmission simulator that uses motors, LEDs, and real-time displays to demonstrate how sudden…

The goal of our project was being able to detect individuals entering or exiting a room, using a multi-transmitter SDR setup. Video Research poster View the poster Sponsor Advisor David AlleeProfessorSchool of Electrical, Computer and Energy [email protected]