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Pei Zhong's research focuses on the development of engineering technology for non-invasive and minimally invasive treatments, particularly in the context of kidney stone disease and cancer therapy. With a background in both Mechanical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering, Dr. Zhong employs an integrated translational approach that unifies fundamental research with applied technology to create innovative ultrasonic, optical, and mechanical tools for various clinical applications. His current projects involve shock wave and laser-fluid-bubble-solid interactions, mechanical responses in biological tissues induced by ultrasound, and the mechanosensitive ion channel Piezo 1. Dr. Zhong's work is significantly supported through collaborations with the NIH and partnerships within the medical device industry. He is a prominent member of both the Acoustical Society of America and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, receiving numerous accolades for his contributions to the field, including the MERIT Award from the National Institutes of Health and recognition as a Searle New Investigator.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)