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Scott Manalis is a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), with appointments in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Department of Biological Engineering. His research includes high precision measurement of biological systems, focusing on single cell analysis, microfluidics, and micro- and nanomechanical resonators. Professor Manalis has developed novel techniques for measuring the mechanical properties of living cells, utilizing acoustic waves to provide noninvasive assessments that are essential for precision medicine. He is engaged in projects aimed at improving cancer treatment through the study of physical genomic features and drug susceptibility. Manalis is also known for creating methods to rapidly assess individual cell growth for antibiotic testing.