PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Dr. Dhruv Seshadri
Innovating. Collaborating. Serving.
Dhruv Seshadri joined the Lehigh University Department of Bioengineering in August 2023 as an Assistant Professor. He received his B.S. in polymers science and engineering in 2014, M.S., and PhD degrees in biomedical engineering in 2018 and 2022 respectively from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. His research involves the development, validation, and translation of wearable technology, bioelectronic devices, and digital therapeutics targeting human health and performance. This research has been disseminated in journals such as NPJ Digital Medicine, Circulation, Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, and IEEE and reported in news outlets such as CNN, Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Fortune, Wired UK, and Nature Outlook. Dhruv has received grants from the Department of Defense, Northwestern University, National Science Foundation, and American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine for developing, translating, and commercializing wearable technology.
The current research of his group focuses on synthesizing soft materials for conformable electronics, fabricating microelectromechanical systems and electroceutical platforms, and performing pre-clinical or clinical studies to validate their effectiveness all with an emphasis on bio-inspired and bio-integrated technologies in areas such as but not limited to orthopedics, sports medicine, human performance, cardiology, wound healing, and neuromuscular disease. These efforts are all highly multidisciplinary spanning expertise and collaborations in engineering and medicine.
He is also an adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedics at Geisinger Health System, where he works on wearable technology to assess rehabilitation following lower extremity injury. Dr. Seshadri has a personal interest in developing technologies for the neonatal and pediatric populations, an area where medical device innovation is greatly lacking and needed.
Outside of the lab, he loves to cook, explore new cities, watch Cleveland sports, and spend time with his wife!
Meet Our Team
Graduate Students
Joseph Amitrano
Hayley Whitney
PhD Student
Haley is a Ph.D. student in Bioengineering at Lehigh University with a focus on human performance and women’s health optimization through remote sensing and machine learning. She previously earned a B.S. in Statistics with a minor in Computer Science in 2024. She joined the Seshadri Lab in Fall 2023, where she found no greater joy in both the academic growth it offers and the supportive community it builds! She also manages the women’s basketball team, which has given her an invaluable perspective on using data-driven insights to support Lehigh Athletics!
PhD Student
Joseph earned his undergraduate degree in Bioengineering at Lehigh University. Throughout his undergraduate career, he explored various research interests. He pursued independent research under Dr. Berdichevsky on an automated cell counting program and investigated, under Dr. Perry, the effects of graphene oxide on L6 Myoblast proliferation in a hydrogel scaffold. Joseph was able to learn industry skills through two internships in both the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. As an incoming PhD student at Lehigh University, Joe wishes to expand his knowledge in various subfields within bioengineering and also have a lasting impact. Outside of the lab, Joe likes to spend time with friends and family, watches movies and television, and loves traveling. He also enjoys watching/playing soccer and competes in powerlifting.
Tony Del Vecchio
Charles Rulon
Anothony Cino
Masters Student
Charles is a master’s student in Bioengineering at Lehigh University with a focus in human performance. Previously, he attended the University of Maine where he earned a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering in 2024. His previous knowledge in sports medicine and biosensors will help him excel in analyzing and interpreting data. Outside of the classroom, he has performed in various sports including Division One football at his alma mater which has given him a keen perspective on what happens on the field. He hopes to apply this knowledge to better advance the athletic performance of various sports teams across campus.
Masters Student
Tony is a master’s student in Bioengineering at Lehigh University, and a recent graduate of Lehigh University's undergraduate Bioengineering program. He is interested in bioelectronics and biosensor technology for the purposes of imaging and diagnosing. Outside of the lab, he enjoys skateboarding, spending time with friends, and hanging out with his dog, Apollo.
Masters Student
Anthony originally got his bachelor's degree in Biology from DeSales University and is now pursuing his Master's degree in Bioengineering at Lehigh University. In the future, he would like to work in the industry field for a medical device manufacturing company. Upon entering Dr. Seshadri's lab, he wanted to broaden his laboratory hands-on skills and develop new projects utilizing wearable devices that could later be presented and published. His favorite sport is ice hockey, which he would be really interested in incorporating into one of his upcoming projects.
Consultants
Bruce Muff
Bruce is an experienced and trusted advisor who has guided system developers to select and implement advanced semiconductor solutions, assisting them to get their products to market successfully. He specializes in embedded processors, wireless and sensor product technologies, the key components of IoT system design architectures today. He is passionate about the electronic hardware industry, and the support of small and startup companies, as well as Maker, R&D and STEM initiatives. He is a proud alumnus of Lehigh University and is consulting with the Seshadri laboratory on projects relating to remote sensing to smart rehabilitation.
Undergraduate Students
Austin Alcantara, ‘25
Hope Flanegin, ‘25
Jack Grotke, ‘25
Ryan Gross, ‘25
Johnny Lin, ‘25
Colin Pancehlli, ‘25
Marina Falzone, ‘26
Malayna Leopold, ‘26
Lorraine Rwasoka, ‘26
Emmaly Seyam, ‘26
Megan Sheerin, ‘26
Jeff Wang, ‘26
Milad Zarrinfar, ‘26
Lizzy Jenulis, ‘27
Yuki Asako, ‘28
Travis Brady, ‘28
Kailey Miller, ‘28
Brooke Ogilvie, ‘28
Gerald Rashkovsky, ‘28
Sri Lakshmi Sriya Palaparty, Visiting
High School Interns
Ian Chang, HS
Aditi Ramamurthi, HS
Join Our Team!
At the Seshadri Lab, we combine curiosity, innovation, and engineering expertise to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare.
Our mission is to develop wearable technologies and data-driven solutions that enhance patient care, empower clinicians, and shape the future of medicine and human performance.
Our team is as diverse as the problems we aim to solve—hailing from different cultures, disciplines, and perspectives. What binds us together is a shared commitment to collaboration, creativity, and service. From designing hardware-based medical devices to advancing personalized healthcare solutions, we strive to make meaningful contributions that improve lives globally.
If you’re passionate about applying an analytical lens to healthcare, exploring the intersection of engineering and medicine, and making a real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to learn more about opportunities to join our team and grow as a researcher, innovator, and leader.
