Research
Research that matters
The Beckman Institute is a community of researchers that use state-of-the-art facilities to transcend traditional boundaries.
Our three research themes:
- create better imaging tools
- study intelligence
- harness molecules for better drugs, materials, and more
Research that matters
The Beckman Institute is a community of researchers that use state-of-the-art facilities to transcend traditional boundaries.
Our three research themes:
- create better imaging tools
- study intelligence
- harness molecules for better drugs, materials, and more
Parallel streams: connectome dynamics across timescales
Neuroscientist Suhnyoung Jun recently published a paper about how the connectome — the comprehensive neural network within the brain — operates across timescales. She worked with a team of researchers in her own group, the CONNECTlab with Professor Sepideh Sadaghiani, as well as the Biomedical Imaging Center at the Beckman Institute. Read articleParallel streams: connectome dynamics across timescales
Pushing the boundaries of neuroAI
Since it was founded, the Beckman Institute has been a hub for studying intelligence. Today, its expert researchers and interdisciplinary labs are pushing the boundaries of neuroscience and artificial intelligence to lead the neuroAI revolution.
Pushing the boundaries of neuroAI
Since it was founded, the Beckman Institute has been a hub for studying intelligence. Today, its expert researchers and interdisciplinary labs are pushing the boundaries of neuroscience and artificial intelligence to lead the neuroAI revolution.
Beckman's Hyunjoon Kong leads collaborative team, develops scrubbing bubbles
A team of researchers consisting of Hyunjoon Kong, Joo Hun Lee and Yujin Ahn, in collaboration with Stephen Boppart, Adam Markowicz and Guillermo Monroy develop microparticle scrubbing bubbles that can infiltrate bacterial matrices and leave wounds and surgical tools cleaner. Read articleBeckman's Hyunjoon Kong leads collaborative team, develops scrubbing bubbles
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Beckman MRI speaks for itself
Using some of the fastest MRI technology in the world, Beckman researchers can see the physical mechanics of the spoken (or sung) word. This speed has allowed researchers to begin exploring the structural nuances of emotional speech.
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Beckman MRI speaks for itself
Using some of the fastest MRI technology in the world, Beckman researchers can see the physical mechanics of the spoken (or sung) word. This speed has allowed researchers to begin exploring the structural nuances of emotional speech.
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The wheelchair of the future, the ballbot
The ballbot wheelchair may be the future of mobility assistance. Researchers from across the University of Illinois campus have created a Star Wars-inspired robotic wheelchair that uses a single, rolling ball to provide a hands-free, intuitive, and flexible device for users.
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The wheelchair of the future, the ballbot
The ballbot wheelchair may be the future of mobility assistance. Researchers from across the University of Illinois campus have created a Star Wars-inspired robotic wheelchair that uses a single, rolling ball to provide a hands-free, intuitive, and flexible device for users.
Grown from a seed: Researchers receive $2.7M NIH grant to investigate effects of phthalate exposure
Stemming from a 2024 Beckman Institute seed research project, Beckman researchers received a grant to explore developmental exposure to phthalates.
Read articleGrown from a seed: Researchers receive $2.7M NIH grant to investigate effects of phthalate exposure
Stemming from a 2024 Beckman Institute seed research project, Beckman researchers received a grant to explore developmental exposure to phthalates.
Become a Beckman researcher
Whether you're a student hoping make a difference, already leading research on campus, or thinking about becoming a faculty member at the University of Illinois, the Beckman Institute could be the right place for you.
Become a Beckman researcher
Whether you're a student hoping make a difference, already leading research on campus, or thinking about becoming a faculty member at the University of Illinois, the Beckman Institute could be the right place for you.
Research initiatives
Beckman’s interdisciplinary community brings new research projects together beyond our traditional working groups.
Research initiatives
Beckman’s interdisciplinary community brings new research projects together beyond our traditional working groups.
Core research facilities
Beckman is home to four core research facilities, which are stocked with state-of-the-art equipment and knowledgeable staff members who are ready to help.
Core research facilities
Beckman is home to four core research facilities, which are stocked with state-of-the-art equipment and knowledgeable staff members who are ready to help.
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