Award
Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families 5I21BX006418-02
Engineered 3D microfluidic tubular device as multimodal, functional tissue model
Recipient
Bidhan Chandra Bandyopadhyay
Awarded
July 13, 2026
Identifier
5I21BX006418-02
Award for developing a 3D microfluidic device to study kidney stone formation mechanisms and develop clinical solutions, led by Bidhan Chandra Bandyopadhyay at Baltimore VA Medical Center.
Description
The project involves developing a 3D microfluidic tubular device for studying calcium phosphate biomineralization related to kidney stones. The project aims to understand mechanisms of kidney stone formation and develop clinical solutions. It includes multiple aims such as validating the microfluidic device, mapping crystal growth, and studying effects of fibrosis, inflammation, calcification, and apoptosis. The project will utilize innovative microfluidic technology to recreate in vivo-like conditions. The project is led by Bidhan Chandra Bandyopadhyay at the Baltimore VA Medical Center.