About The Lab
The Nano Theranostix Lab is dedicated to advancing biomedical innovation through nanotechnology, with a strong focus on developing healthcare solutions tailored for Africa. The lab integrates research, training, and collaboration to address critical medical challenges.
MISSION
To use ethical and quality research and scholarship to:
- Train biomedical engineers
- Develop healthcare solutions for Africans
- Advance the University of Ghana’s position as a research-intensive institution
CORE VALUES
- People: Empower engineers to take bold steps toward transformative ideas
- Excellence: Conduct high-quality and ethical research
- Collaboration: Foster institutional, national, and international partnerships
- Communication: Promote sharing of ideas, data, and resources
VISION
To establish a vibrant community of scientists and engineers in Africa focused on developing
impactful healthcare solutions.
Principal Investigator
Professor Kwabena Kan-Dapaah
Research Focus Areas
1. Interstitial Hyperthermia for Cancer Therapy
The lab develops nanomaterial-based systems for localized cancer treatment through controlled heat generation. Emphasis is placed on:
- Self-regulating nanoparticles that prevent overheating
- Photothermal and magnetothermal activation mechanisms
- Biocompatible platforms for targeted tumor ablation
This work aims to enable safe, minimally invasive, and spatially controlled cancer therapies.
2. Nanoparticle-mediated Biosensing for Diagnostics
The lab designs nanoscale diagnostic platforms for rapid and sensitive disease detection. Key efforts include:
- Nanomaterial-enhanced signal detection
- Optical and plasmonic biosensing systems
- Point-of-care diagnostics for resource-limited settings
The goal is to support early diagnosis and improved healthcare accessibility across Africa.
Research Assistants
Abubakar Sadiq Yusuf
Patrick Edem Dordunu
