Welcome to the UEIL
Led by Prof. Elisa Konofagou, the Ultrasound and Elasticity Imaging Laboratory works on developing novel, ultrasound-based techniques for both imaging and therapeutic applications. Some of the ongoing research in the UEIL includes:
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Enabling targeted drug delivery to the brain by opening the blood-brain barrier with focused ultrasound.
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Mapping the mechanical and electromechanical properties of the heart using myocardial elastography and electromechanical wave imaging.
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Monitoring High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) ablation therapy with harmonic motion imaging.
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Using pulse wave imaging to quantify arterial wall mechanics and blood flow dynamics to characterize vascular diseases, including carotid atherosclerosis and hypertension.
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Modulating neural activity in the central and peripheral nervous system through high-intensity focused ultrasound.
The UEIL is located in the Columbia University Medical Center at the New York Presbyterian Hospital and is part of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Columbia University. If you have any additional inquiries, or if you would be interested in collaborating with our laboratory, please feel free to contact us.
Latest Lab Events and Celebrations
Latest News
Congratulations to Julien Grondin and Hannah Schleifer for article publish at PLOS One!
Congratulations to Julien Grondin and Hannah Schleifer on their recent publication in PLOS ONE!
Read more about "High volume-rate echocardiography for simultaneous imaging of electromechanical activation and cardiac strain of the whole heart in a single heartbeat in humans" here: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0313410
Hot Chocolate Party Warms Up the Lab This December
'Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to celebrate than with hot chocolate and good company? The lab will host a Hot Chocolate Party on Tuesday, December 17th, at 3:00 PM in the conference room.
This festive event invites everyone to take a break from their busy schedules, enjoy a warm cup of rich hot chocolate, and connect with colleagues in a cozy, holiday atmosphere.
We also offer some delicious grant money, for anyone interested!
We hope to see you there, mugs in hand!
Celebrating Alec’s PhD and UEIL Lab Retreat
The UEIL lab recently came together to celebrate Alec’s PhD achievement with a relaxed day downtown during our annual lab retreat. It was a perfect chance for everyone to unwind and connect outside the lab while playing ping-pong.
Congratulations Alec!