Parinaz Fathi, Ph.D., is fulfilling a life-long career goal at NIBIB—conducting independent research

Credit: Vanathi Sundaresan in the NIBIBSection on Immunoengineering

Parinaz Fathi, Ph.D., working in her Unit for Nanoengineering and Microphysiological Systems (UNEMPS) at NIBIB.

« Parinaz Fathi, Ph.D., is fulfilling a life-long career goal at NIBIB—conducting independent research

Credit: Parinaz Fathi, Ph.D. This image was a semi-finalist in the 2020 UIUC Image of Research Competition

In this false color scanning electron microscopy image, a metal surface was modified to form microscopic “roses” and “thorns.” These types of metal surfaces could be applied broadly to the detection, prevention, or treatment of diseases. Fathi explored using these types of surfaces as antibacterial agents as a graduate student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC).

« Parinaz Fathi, Ph.D., is fulfilling a life-long career goal at NIBIB—conducting independent research

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