Dr. Rong R. Wang
Professor, Illinois Institute of Technology
Dr. Rong R. Wang is professor of chemistry and director of the International Center for Sensor Science and Engineering (ICSSE) at Illinois Tech. Her research focuses on developing novel materials and methods for detection and intervention of various bioprocesses. With extensive study of collagen in clinical tissues, her group develops high-performance silk-composite materials with tunable biochemical composition and biophysical properties for tissue repair and cell therapeutics. Her group is also developing a portable salivary sensor device, coupled with machine learning and nano/microfabrication, to assess the risk of periodontal disease with high-risk comorbidities. Her research has been supported by NIH, NSF, DOE, NASA, FDA, as well local funds and private foundations.