The Don P. Giddens Inaugural Professorial Lecture: Ishan Barman

Ishan Barman is a professor of mechanical engineering, is an expert in biomedical imaging and bioengineering. His research program is dedicated to engineering innovation for the analysis of complex biological systems, addressing questions relevant to both fundamental biology and applied clinical research. The key pillars of his research include biophotonics, nanomaterials, and artificial intelligence.

Description of "Shining a Light on Life":
In biology, imaging is a cornerstone of discovery. The Barman Laboratory develops cutting-edge optical imaging and spectroscopic tools to probe biomolecular and cellular processes with unprecedented sensitivity and specificity. By integrating biophotonics, nanotechnology, and artificial intelligence, their work pushes the limits of noninvasive and minimally invasive imaging, driving breakthroughs in biomolecular sensing and cellular diagnostics.

This talk will showcase key innovations, including virus-sensing and surveillance platforms, DNA nanotechnology-based probes for single-molecule detection, and AI-assisted quantitative phase imaging for tracking cellular dynamics. These technologies have the potential to transform biomedical research and clinical practice, offering deeper insights into disease progression and treatment monitoring.