Bio-Electromagnetics: Projects
The bio-electromagnetics research involves studies of the interactions of electromagnetic radiation with biological systems. Part of our work is used for non-invasive diagnostics techniques, targeted drug delivery through cell membranes and studies of electromagnetic dosimetry. The techniques involve both numerical simulation and physical measurements.
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Body Water MeasurementMembers: Martin Robinson, Linda Dawson, Ian Flintoft, Janet Clegg, Andy Marvin A novel approach to measuring body water has been developed which makes use of a large resonant cavity. This has potential for the diagnosis of a number of diseases that affect the body water content of a person |
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Dielectric Heating for CryobiologyMembers: Martin Robinson, David Pegg (Department of Biology) Dielectric heating has been used as a way to aid the preservation of tissue by reducing the levels of certain harmful substances that are required for the sub zero preservation. |
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Electromagnetic Interference in HospitalsMembers: Martin Robinson, Ian Flintoft, Didier Bozec (York EMC Services Ltd) Andy Marvin This project has looked at the interference caused by mobile phones and wireless network devices to medical equipment in hospitals |
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In-vivo ElectroporationMembers: Martin Robinson, Chao Chen, Peter O’Toole (Department of Biology) This is a collaborative project between the departments of Biology and Electronics. Electrical pulses are used to open a cell membrane in such a way that drugs may pass through. |