<p>This research group investigates the interactions between quantum materials and biological systems, focusing on their biomechanical impacts and potential biomedical applications. The study explores how functionalizing graphene and MoS₂ with cell-attachment-promoting biomolecules influences cellular and cytoskeletal biomechanical properties and behavior. The work is divided into three thrusts: functionalizing graphene and MoS₂ with biomolecules, examining the effects of these materials on cell biomechanical activity, and analyzing their impact on cytoskeletal protein assembly and mechanics. These efforts aim to unlock the biomedical potential of quantum materials by understanding their fundamental interactions with biological systems.</p>