Mechanical Engineering
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Vanderbilt researcher leads development of novel robotic valve to address acid reflux, other organ system disorders
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreSep. 29, 2025
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Jeremi London provides expertise for new PBS show educating kids about Earth science and meteorology
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreSep. 29, 2025
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Grant supports development of head-mounted augmented reality system to guide tumor resection
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreSep. 16, 2025
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Novel research led by Vanderbilt and Fritz Haber Institute successfully confines powerful, long-wavelength light to the nanoscale that could enable advances in terahertz optics and optoelectronic devices
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreSep. 15, 2025
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Researchers receive $1.2 million NSF grant to develop smart microscope system
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreJul. 14, 2025
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Micro-robotics specialist receives NSF CAREER Award for research advancing magnetic miniature soft robots in precision medicine
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreJul. 3, 2025
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Vanderbilt Rocket Team perfects extraterrestrial lander for data collection and RF transmission
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreJun. 17, 2025
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Five engineering professors are Innovation Catalyst Fund awardees
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreJun. 6, 2025
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Vanderbilt spin-off company launches AI driving simulator to empower neurodivergent learners
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreJun. 5, 2025
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Engineering faculty, staff and student awards announced at spring 2025 reception
https://cdn.vanderbilt.edu/vu-sub/wp-content/uploads/sites/282/2025/09/29152523/Dong-video.mp4 A team of researchers led by Xiaoguang Dong, assistant professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, have developed a magnetic robotic valve to provide minimally invasive intervention for gastroesophageal reflux disease and possibly other organ system disorders. Xiaoguang Dong The paper, “Magnetic soft… Read MoreMay. 6, 2025