I am a fourth-year undergraduate student at Berkeley studying Bioengineering. My research has focused on DNA cell patterning, which involves creating precise DNA arrangements on surfaces to direct the placement and growth of cells, including cancer cells. By using photopatterning and chemical conjugation techniques, I can control cell placement at a microscale. This technique allows for the study of cell behaviors, interactions, and responses in environments that mimic tumor microenvironments. In my research, I use DNA cell patterning to observe how breast cancer cells interact with their surroundings, which is crucial for understanding cancer progression, metastasis, and treatment responses. By analyzing these interactions, I aim to uncover insights into cancer dynamics that could inform future therapies.
Maia Marie Jeanneau
