Research

Magnetic Microrobots We are developing robots at the millimeter and micrometer scale for use in surgery and on-chip devices. These tools are untethered and actuated remotely using magnetic fields and forces. They are capable of accessing small, constrained environments and performing previously infeasible tasks because of increased dexterity and precision.	Magnetic Guidance Platforms We are developing smart platforms that are able to generate multiple magnetic degrees-of-freedom for control and actuation of our robots. We are using electromagnetic coils and large external permanent magnets to achieve this.
Automated Fabrication Techniques We are building a 3D SLA based printer for automated fabrication of soft magnetic microrobots.	Clinical Applications We are developing medical devices to lower the cognitive burden of repeated eye surgery procedures. Working with ophthalmic surgeons and experts in biomaterials, we are developing an “Adjustable Extraocular Muscle Implant Device” that does not require repeated invasive surgery.