The research mission of Shigao Chen, Ph.D., is to provide novel ultrasound solutions to meet critical clinical needs. His research program is mainly focused on developing next-generation ultrasound imaging technologies for the quantitative evaluation of various diseases with high accuracy. Special emphasis is given to translational research that brings innovation from bench to bedside to improve patient care.
The Comb-push Ultrasound Shear Elastography (CUSE) developed by Dr. Chen and colleagues has been licensed by leading ultrasound companies, implemented on clinical ultrasound scanners, and widely used around the world to benefit patient care.
His super-resolution microvessel imaging technology and liver steatosis quantification solution are licensed by several additional companies for technology transfer to impact clinical practice. Dr. Chen has 38 issued patents and many pending patent applications around the world. His research has been continuously supported since 2009 by competitive grants from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering, National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, and Department of Defense.