Creates biologically active and mechanically functional tissue repair systems, and develops chemical imaging instrumentation for noninvasive biomedical and hazard diagnostics

Alilou’s research focuses on applying computer vision and machine learning techniques to analyze chest CT scans automatically. The resulting technology aids radiologists and pathologists with automatic detection, quantification, diagnosis, and treatment response prediction of lung cancer and other lung diseases.

Investigates musculoskeletal computer modeling and its applications to human locomotion

Researches nerve blocks, including the SINE electrode, high capacity electrode and high-frequency blocks

Engineers biomaterials-based strategies to improve the performance and longevity of central nervous system implanted devices

Fosters the application of informatics to improve clinical decision-making for patient care

Analyses neural systems and designs devices to interface with the nervous system to provide therapies for neurological disorders

Designs, synthesizes and tests orthopedic biomaterials using biomimetic strategies emphasizing nanoscale structures and self-assembly

Development and clinical assessment of neural interfaces and stimulation approaches to restore and enhance somatosensory function

Researches biomedical sensors and diagnostics, and focuses on translation to clinical applications

Improves human health via research in cell mechanics and microtechnology to develop biosensors and point-of-care diagnostic systems

Develops medical devices to restore human functions

Dynamic state

AI in medical imaging

Investigates novel MRI contrast agents, molecular imaging, drug delivery and therapeutics for retinal diseases

Develops and translates computational imaging, AI and machine learning approaches for precision-medicine diagnosis, prognosis, treatment response and prediction

The development of peripheral nerve interfaces, low-noise neural recording systems, and implantable biotelemetry devices.

Engineers the next generation of neuromodulation technology

Develops and clinically deploys implantable electronic stimulators to restore movement for patients with paralysis

I am focused on developing technologies that provide more accurate assessments of motor function for individuals with neurological injury, and using that to drive clinical decision support systems that aid clinicians in identifying the right treatment and the right time to maximize recovery.

Develops biomedical optics technology for applications in biomedical research and health care improvement

Develops computational models of transport and metabolic processes with applications in drug delivery and tissue engineering

Applies tissue engineering to study human biology and improve human health

Develops neuroinformatics techniques for applications in brain tumors and neurological disorders

Creates and evaluates assistive and restorative technologies to improve health and mobility of individuals with paralysis and limb loss

Creates advanced prosthetic systems and neurological interfaces to restore and enhance sensation and function in people

develops novel medical image analysis and machine learning tools for targeting and evaluating interventions

Develops novel waveforms and electrodes for downregulation of the nervous system for clinical applications including peripheral, autonomic and pain

Develops imaging agent for detection and photodynamic therapy of cancer cells and tissue that would allow the surgeon to decide in real time how aggressive the surgical intervention need be.

Develops cancer therapies and molecular image probes for cancer diagnosis

I use image processing and machine/deep learning on biomedical images to advance health.