Shana Kelley: Biosensors to Track Proteins and Inflammation in Our Blood in Real Time

This podcast features an interview with Shana Kelley, a biomedical engineer and chemist, who discusses her work on developing a real-time, continuous protein sensor. The sensor, which works without reagents and uses a small amount of electricity, can monitor protein levels in the body, offering potential applications in managing chronic diseases like diabetes, heart failure, and autoimmune disorders. Kelley explains how the sensor functions as a molecular motion detector, and shares the results of animal model testing. She also touches on the role of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Biohub in supporting this research, the importance of AI in analyzing sensor data, and her other projects, including rare cell analysis and intracellular delivery. The conversation explores the potential for personalized medicine and the future of nanotechnology in healthcare.