
	Using Raman spectroscopy, Institute scientists develop three-dimensional cellular imaging such as this molecular model of the drug Taxol^® to assess the pharmacological value of candidate drugs more quickly.

Cutting-edge research using internal funding in addition to confidential client-funded research is performed at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI). Most internally funded projects follow an idea to proof of concept. Additional development and licensing agreements are negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

Biocompatible surface coated nano-particles for live-cell imaging and early cancer detection – Jian Ling, Ph.D.
Zigbee wireless investigation and demonstration – Chris Catterson
Networked blood pressure monitoring system – David Tong, Ph.D.
Performance-driven tissue engineering templates – Heather Hanson
ECG motion artifact reduction – David Tong, Ph.D.
Raman imaging microscopy for drug discovery and development – Jian Ling, Ph.D.
Raman spectroscopy for cancer diagnosis – Jian Ling, Ph.D.
Spinal fusion assessment device – Heather Hanson
MEMS in-situ corrosion sensor – Heather Hanson

For more information about internally-funded biomedical research capabilities at SwRI or how you can contract with SwRI, please contact Keith Bartels, Ph.D., at kbartels@swri.org or (210) 522-6062.

Contact Information

Keith Bartels, Ph.D.

Internally Funded Biomedical Research

(210) 522-6062

kbartels@swri.org

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Southwest Research Institute^®(SwRI^®), headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, is a multidisciplinary, independent, nonprofit, applied engineering and physical sciences research and development organization with 12 technical divisions.

October 23, 2009