Date: May 12, 2025 Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm Location: Fitzpatrick Center (FCIEMAS), Schiciano Auditorium A-B, 101 Science Dr., Durham, NC 27708. Mission: The goal of this workshop is to spark interactions and collaborations between the research groups in the Triangle area. The workshop format is very informal, and an emphasis is placed on spurring conversations between researchers in all areas of soft matter research.… Read more →
Schmidt Lab in the Triangle Soft Matter Workshop, May 2025
The Schmidt Lab participated in the Triangle Soft Matter Workshop held in May 2025 at Duke University. This annual event brings together researchers from Duke University, UNC Chapel Hill, and NC State University to foster collaboration and highlight recent advances in soft matter, biophysics, and materials science. Schmidt group showcased posters highlighting diverse directions in cellular mechanics and soft matter… Read more →
Congratulations to Dr. Mingru Li on Successful Dissertation Defense
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Mingru Li for the successful defense of his dissertation on March 27, 2025. His dissertation, titled “Exploring Cell Mechanics Using Optical Tweezers”, marks a significant milestone in his academic journey, contributing valuable insights into the field of cellular mechanics. Read more →
Congratulations to Dr. Xiaoxuan Jian on Successful Dissertation Defense
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Xiaoxuan Jian for successfully defending his dissertation on July 9, 2024. His dissertation, titled “Material Properties and Mechanosensing in Cells and Organs Under Extreme Forces”, provides groundbreaking insights into the material behavior and mechanosensitivity of cells and tissues under extreme mechanical stress. Read more →
