A distinguished university professor and Vice Provost for Research with over 30 years of experience at a leading U.S. institution. Internationally recognized for pioneering research at the intersection of engineering, oncology, and biophysics, particularly in cancer cell migration, mechanobiology, and AI-based 3D tissue imaging. Author of 250+ highly-cited publications. Holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Stanford University. Fellow of multiple prestigious scientific societies and director of several major research centers.