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Brad Smith, visual artist/designer/imaging researcher, explores the intersection of life sciences and image-making at the Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design, University of Michigan. His work integrates science and art, focusing on the impact of biotechnology on society’s understanding of biological subjects. Smith's research investigates visualization methods in the study of cardiovascular development and has established protocols for Magnetic Resonance Microscopy of embryos. He creates animations and graphics for developmental biology, collaborating with media organizations such as National Geographic and BBC. Smith's Greenfield project involves reseeding 5,000 sq. ft of suburban lawn with experimental field grasses native to the Midwestern plains, while considering ecological impacts. Prior to joining the University of Michigan, he was an assistant research professor in Radiology at Duke University Medical Center, where he initiated major NIH-funded projects on developmental biology and MRI. His research has been published in journals including Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and Scientific American, and he has served as a principal investigator on several significant projects. Smith has held various academic administrative roles, including Associate Dean for Graduate Education, where he implemented an interdisciplinary Master of Fine Arts curriculum that integrates creative work across multiple disciplines.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science