Sr. GSR (doctoral student)
Microfluidic Biochips & Magnetic Biosensors
TBA.
Sr. GSR (doctoral student)
Biomineralization & MagnetoBiology
TBA.
Research Assistant (Volunteer) | ENG & SYST SCI | NTHU
BS: in Engineering & System Science | NTHU | 2025
On Board: Sep 2024 (as UR) and Aug 2025 (as RA)
Research Focus: analog front-end circuits and systems; bioelectronics
Ian received his BS degree from the Department of Engineering & System Science (ESS), one of the founding departments at NTHU. Provided with multidisciplinary tracks (such as electronics, materials science & engineering, energy engineering, and engineering physics) at ESS Dept., Ian manifests his strong motivation in electronics and delves into the field of circuit and system design. While he is aware of a hardware cornerstone in semiconductor industry, he also perceives a prospective development of bioelectronics in Taiwan. As such, he would like to be engaged in a research project where analog front-end circuits and systems are implemented with magnetic biosensing.
When it comes to extracurricular activities, Ian enjoys sports and frequently throws himself into outdoor adventures.
Master's student & GSR I | NANOE & µSYST | NTHU
BS: Power Mechanical Engineering | NTHU
On Board: July 2025
Research Focus: analog front-end circuits and systems; bioelectronics; ∆∑-based Mixed Signal ADC/DAC
Nick is a first-year master’s student at the Institute of NanoEngineering and MicroSystems (iNEMS), NTHU. He received his bachelor’s degree in power mechanical engineering from NTHU, where he completed the Mechatronics Program and the IC Design Curriculum. These experiences exhibit his strong interest in analog IC design and electronic systems. Nick perceives that hardware design plays a fundamental role in the semiconductor industry and aims to contribute through researching analog front-end circuits and systems. His current work includes applications in bioelectronics and magnetic biosensors, with growing involvement in analog-to-digital converter (ADC) circuit design.
Outside the lab, Nick enjoys sports such as badminton and volleyball, staying active through fitness and outdoor activities.
Master's student & GSR I | BIOTECH | NTHU
BS: Biotechnology | National Chung Hsing University
On Board: July 2025
Research Focus: magnetic biosensing; nanomagnetism
Jasper is a Hsinchu native, where the city is famed for high-tech industries. As such, he is motivated by interdisciplinary integration and earned the B.S. degree from National Chung Hsing University, with the major in biotechnology and the interdisciplinary specialty in materials science & engineering. Built upon hands-on experience in microbiology and materials laboratories, Jasper aims to further repurpose information and communications technology (ICT) for biosensing applications, improving point-of-use diagnostics. He joined BioMagNES Group to focus his research on developing next-generation biosensors, specifically magnetoresistive biosensor nanoarray.
To keep momentum going and achieve a work-life balance, Jasper enjoys sports and workout on a day off.
Master's student & GSR I | BIOTECH | NTHU
BBA: Statistics (Big Data Science) | Tunghai University
On Board: July 2025
Research Focus: single-cell microfluidics; extracellular vesicle; tumor microenvironment
Joyce obtained the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in statistics, with a focus on big data science. Envisioning the prospects of “life engineering,” she decided to transition her major when applying to graduate schools. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in biotechnology at NTHU, and she looks forward to diving into the multidisciplinary fields driven by bioengineering. To study pre-metastatic niche (PMN), she works on single-cell microfluidics that investigates the role of extracellular vesicles (EVs) in metastasis, advancing early cancer detection and precision medicine.
Joyce enjoys spending her leisure time with family and friends, engaging in activities such as traveling and tasting culinary delights. She also loves the soothing moments when accompanying her cat (Bubu) and watching Netflix.
UR – TEEP Intern | BI0MED SCI | VN-UK Institute for Research and Executive Education, University of Danang, Vietnam 峴港大學
On Board: Oct 2025
Research Focus: tumor-associated macrophage
As an undergraduate student majoring in biomedical science, Vy actively explores the intersection of biology, medicine, and technology to address real-world healthcare challenges. Her prior experiences were focused on molecular biology, microbiology, and infectious diseases, including studies on antimicrobial resistance. Through the Taiwan Experience Education Program (TEEP), Vy excitedly joined the BioMagNES Group, where she explores bioengineering areas such as single-cell microfluidics, magnetic biosensing, and mHealth in vitro diagnostics. Although the engineering-intensive topics may seem rather strange to her, Vy loves challenges and positively takes the opportunity to widen her bandwidth in a cross-disciplinary spectrum. To prepare for her future master’s studies, Vy immerses herself in the research-driven campus (i.e., NTHU) and is figuring out her research interests while horning her hands-on skills.
Vy enjoys listening to music, playing volleyball and badminton, and recording daily vlogs to capture meaningful moments. Those activities let her stay balanced, creative, and motivated beyond working environment.
URV | LIFE SCI & MED (PME) | NTHU
Incoming master's student | NANOE & µSYST | NTHU
High School: Taichung Girl's HS [台中女中]
On Board: Jan 2026
Research Focus: mHealth using magnetic biosensors
Ivy just got admission to the master's program in Institute of Nanoengineering and Microsystems while she is currently a senior student in the Interdisciplinary Program of Life Sciences and Medicine, with the major in medical science and the secondary specialization in power mechanical engineering (PME). Prior to joining BioMagNES Group, Ivy focused her undergraduate research on biomechanics and fluid mechanics, investigating the ink pattern released by a cuttlefish. In summer 2025, she did an internship at the National Center for Instrumentation Research (NCIR), where she gained hands-on experience in biomedical instrumentation and biosensing technologies. Since then, Ivy has been strongly interested in developing novel biosensors and would like to further drill into the research field of magnetoresistive biosensors.
To broaden her horizons, Ivy enjoys watching films and traveling.
URV | LIFE SCI & MED (EE) | NTHU
High School: Hsinchu Girl's HS [新竹女中]
On Board: July 2025
Research Focus: analog front-end circuits and systems; bioelectronics and biosensors
Hsin-Ting is a junior student in the Interdisciplinary Program of Life Sciences and Medicine, where she selected medical science as the major and electrical engineering (EE) as the secondary specialization. With an interdisciplinary academic background, she is interested in exploring the intersection between biomedical science and electronics technology. Hsin-Ting joined the group this summer, working with Ian and Nick on the bioelectronics project.
To stay active, release stress, and develop teamwork and communication skills, Hsin-Ting enjoys playing volleyball in her free time. Whether in pick-up games or more competitive settings, volleyball has become an important part of her student life.
URV | LIFE SCI & MED (EE) | NTHU
High School: Affiliated HS of NTNU [師大附中]
On Board: Sep 2025
Research Focus: magnetic biosensing; nanomagnetism; magnetoresistive devices
Patrick is currently a junior student in the Interdisciplinary Program of Life Sciences and Medicine, where he is encouraged to explore different academic fields and discover multi-disciplinary research interests. To propel biomedical science through engineering endeavors, he selected medical science and electrical engineering as the major and secondary specialization, respectively. Patrick is particularly interested in semiconductor devices and physics, and he would like to gain more profound perspectives on microfabrication and processes. He joined BioMagNES group in fall 2025 and looks forward to manufacturing magnetic biosensors in a cleanroom, horning his hands-on skills while solidifying technical foundation.
Being off campus, Patrick enjoys playing sports and video games. Assertedly, those activities alleviate his academic stress while enhancing his focus and problem-solving skills.