This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering program (CFDA 47.041) in the amount of $230,000 aims to advance the understanding of how soft, deformable particles like oil droplets and cells move through complex environments with obstacles and constrictions. The research will combine carefully designed experiments and advanced computer simulations to develop predictive models for how these deformable particles flow and interact with their surroundings under different conditions. The findings have important implications for improving diagnostic techniques in healthcare, developing better filtration and wastewater treatment devices, and driving innovations in the controlled flow of soft particles. The award will also support educational outreach initiatives to mentor students and promote diversity in STEM fields. No sub-awards are planned for this project, which has a performance period from Jul 15, 2024 to Jun 30, 2027.
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