Dr. Mengguang Ye is a highly accomplished researcher and innovator in 3D printing, microfluidics, and biomedical engineering, with a proven track record of translating advanced scientific concepts into practical solutions. He is currently a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Edinburgh, working under the supervision of Prof. Michael Chen. Mengguang holds both a PhD in Biomedical Engineering and a BEng in Chemical Engineering from the University of Edinburgh, where his work has focused on developing rapid and cost-effective methods for prototyping microdevices in biomedical applications.

During his PhD, Mengguang developed a novel 3D printing approach using the cutting-edge Asiga 3D printer to address key limitations of current 3D-printed microfluidic devices, such as low printing resolution and opacity. This innovation enables the fabrication of high-resolution and transparent microfluidics that rival the quality and performance of devices produced through conventional lithography techniques—at a fraction of the cost and with significantly reduced lead times.

Mengguang’s research explores the applications of these 3D-printed microfluidic devices in areas such as bacteria separation, spheroid formation, and single-cell analysis, contributing to practical solutions for biomedical challenges. By combining 3D printing technologies with microfluidics and other advanced techniques, Mengguang aims to support the development of innovative and accessible solutions in biomedical research.