Diana Brannan serves as a Principal Research Scientist at the University of Washington, where she leverages over 31 years of extensive experience in the field of ultrasound and microbubble dynamics. Her role is pivotal in advancing the understanding of ultrasound-tissue interactions, particularly in the context...
Diana Brannan serves as a Principal Research Scientist at the University of Washington, where she leverages over 31 years of extensive experience in the field of ultrasound and microbubble dynamics. Her role is pivotal in advancing the understanding of ultrasound-tissue interactions, particularly in the context of health and safety applications. Diana's current research focuses on the microscopic and micro time-scale induction of microvascular damage by acoustic microbubbles, a groundbreaking area that challenges conventional wisdom regarding bubble behavior in biological tissues. Through ultra-high-speed imaging studies, she has uncovered that blood vessel damage, which leads to vascular leakage, is primarily a result of vessel partial collapse rather than mere distension. This insight not only reshapes the understanding of bubble-tissue interactions but also has significant implications for therapeutic applications in medicine.
Diana’s expertise extends to grant writing, project management, and experimental design, making her a key contributor to various research and development projects at the university. She is well-versed in good laboratory practice (GLP) protocols and is adept at preparing IACUC animal use protocols for a range of species, including mice, rats, and rabbits. Her technical writing and editing skills further enhance her ability to communicate complex scientific concepts effectively. Driven by a passion for innovation in biophysics and medical ultrasound, Diana Brannan continues to push the boundaries of research, aiming to translate her findings into practical therapeutic solutions that can improve patient outcomes in clinical settings.
