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Pharmaceuticals
- R. Ho, Y. Shin, S. Zhang, A. Zhu, P. Kumar, H. Goyal. Advanced image analytics to study powder mixing in a novel laboratory scale agitated filter dryer. Powder Technology (417:118273) (2023). DOI.
- Y. Pu, L. Ma, B. Dear, A. Zhu, J. Li, S. Zhang, W. Shi. Understanding the impact of microstructures on reconstitution and drying kinetics of lyophilized cake using X-ray Microscopy and image-based simulation. Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences (2023). DOI.
- Y. Suleiman, N. May, M. Zhang, A. Zhu, S. Zhang, J. McCutcheon, S. Shahbazmohamadi. In-situ 3D X-ray Tomography and Analysis of Reverse Osmosis Membranes Under Compaction. Microscopy and Microanalysis (28:S1) (2022) 270-271. DOI.
- A. Clark, R. Wang, Y. Qin, Y. Wang, A. Zhu, J. Lomeo, Q. Bao, D. Burgess, J. Chen, B. Qin, Y. Zou, S. Zhang. Assessing microstructural critical quality attributes in PLGA microspheres by FIB-SEM analytics. Journal of Controlled Release (349: 7) (2022). DOI. With the FDA and UCONN.
- W. Jia, P. Yawman, K.M. Pandya, K. Sluga, T. Ng, D. Kou, K. Nagapudi, P.E. Luner, A. Zhu, S. Zhang, H.H. Hou. Assessing the Interrelationship of Microstructure, Properties, Drug Release Performance, and Preparation Process for Amorphous Solid Dispersions Via Noninvasive Imaging Analytics and Material Characterization. Pharmaceutical Research (2022). Available online: DOI. With Genentech.
- A. Zhu, C. Mao, P. E. Lunar, J. Lomeo, C. So, S. Marchal, S. Zhang. Investigation of Quantitative X-ray Microscopy for Assessment of API and Excipient Microstructure Evolution in Solid Dosage Processing, The American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientist PharmSciTech Journal (23:117) (2022). Available online. DOI. With Genentech. Highlighted in Pharma Excipients article.
- T. Yeoh, L. Ma, A.Z. Badruddoza, J. Shah, S. Zhang. Semisolid Pharmaceutical Product Characterization Using Non-invasive X-ray Microscopy and AI-Based Image Analytics, The American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists Journal (24) (2022) p. 24-46. DOI. With Pfizer.
- Y. Chen, D. Moseon, C. Richard, M. Swinney, S. Horava, K. Oucherif, A. Cox, E. Hawkins, Y. Li, D. DeNeve, J. Lomeo, A. Zhu, L. Lyle, E. Munson, L. Taylor, K. Park, Y. Yeo. Development of hot-melt extruded drug/polymer matrices for sustained delivery of meloxicam, Journal of Controlled Release (342) (2022) p. 189-200. DOI. With Eli Lilly
- S. Zhang, K. Nagapudi, M. Shen, J. Lomeo, Y. Qin, A. Zhu, P. Nayak, D. Chang, R. Hannoush. Release Mechanisms and Practical Percolation Threshold for Long-acting Biodegradable Implants: An Image to Simulation Study, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences (2021). DOI. With Genentech.
- J. Gamble, M. Tobyn, S. Zhang, A. Zhu, J. Salplachta, J. Matula, T. Zikmund, J. Kaiser, P. Oberta. Characterization of the Morphological Nature of the Hollow Spray Dried Dispersion Particles Using X-ray Submicron-Computed Tomography, AAPS PharmSciTech (2021) 23-40. DOI. With BMS
- S. Zhang, P. Stroud, A. Zhu, M. Johnson, J. Lomeo, C. Burcham, J. Hinds, K. Blakely, M. Walworth. Characterizing the Impact of Spray Dried Particle Morphology on Tablet Dissolution Using Quantitative X-Ray Microscopy, European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences (165) (2021) 105921. DOI. With Eli Lilly.
- Z. Liu, L. Li, S. Zhang, J. Lomeo, A. Zhu, J. Chen, S. Barrett, A. Koynov, S. Forster, P. Wuelfing, W. Xu. Correlative Image-Based Release Prediction and 3D Microstructure Characterization for a Long Acting Parenteral Implant, Pharmaceutical Research (2021). DOI. With Merck
- S. Zhang, J. Lomeo. Cloud-based image management solutions for digital transformation of drug product development, Microscopy & Microanalysis 27 (S1) (2021) 296-297. DOI.
- S. Horava, J. Lomeo, M. Shen, R. Ayyar, K. Eddy, S. Zhang, M. Swinney. Evaluating API Release Performance from Controlled Release Polymer Matrices with Microstructure Imaging and Image-based Prediction Models, Talk presented at CRS 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting, 2021 Jul 25-29; Virtual. Eli Lilly talk featuring DigiM’s analysis.
- I. Terzic, M. Staal, A. Doornbos, I. Kok, K. Staal, J. Visscher, A. Funhoff, T. Nguyen, W. Vos, P. V. Midwoud, R. Steendam. Next generation bioresorbable contraceptive implants, Talk presented at CRS 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting, 2021 Jul 25-29; Virtual. Innocore talk featuring DigiM’s analysis.
- M. Shen, Y. Wang, S. Zhang, B. Qin, Q. Bao, D. Burgess. Characterization of the Stability of PLGA Microspheres Using Image-based Key Performance Attributes and Release Prediction, Poster presented at CRS 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting, 2021 Jul 25-29; Virtual.
- K. Nagapudi, A. Zhu, D. Chang, J. Lomeo, K. Rajagopal, R. Hannoush, S. Zhang. Microstructure, quality, and release performance characterization of long-acting polymer implant formulations with X-ray microscopy and quantitative AI analytics, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. (2021). DOI. With Genentech.
- S. Zhang, G. Byrne. Characterization of transport mechanisms for controlled release polymer membranes using focused ion beam scanning electron microscopy image-based modelling, Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology. 60 (2021). DOI. With Merck.
- S. Zhang, A. Koynov, J. Lomeo. Computer Aided Drug Formulation Design with Image-Based Microstructure Modeling, Poster presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual. With Merck. Visit here for more information.
- L. Zhou, J. Lomeo, S. Zhang. Linking Process & Performance of Drug Products with Micro-Image Analytics, Poster presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang, K. Nagapudi, L. Zhou, J. Lomeo. Accelerated Formulation Characterization and Development with AI Image Analysis and Image-Based Release Modeling for PLGA Implant, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual. With Genentech. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang, Q. Bao, Y. Wang, A. Zhu. Y. Qin, D. Burgess, L. Zhou. Drug Particle Characterization Inside Long-Acting Intrauterine Systems with 3D Imaging Analytics, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual. With the FDA and UCONN. Visit here for more information.
- R. Wang, Q. Bao, Y. Wang, S. Choi, L. Zhou, S. Zhang, D. Burgess. Formulation Optimization of PLGA Microspheres Prepared Using a Coacervation Method, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual. With the FDA and UCONN. Visit here for more information.
- J. Lomeo, L. Zhou. Particle Analysis within Drug Products: Novel Methods in Quantification using 3D Microscopy, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual. Visit here for more information.
- H. Xi, A. Zhu, G.R. Klinzing, L. Zhou, S. Zhang, A.J. Gmitter, K. Ploeger, P. Sundararajan, M. Mahjour, W. Xi. Characterization of Spray Dried Particles Through Microstructural Imaging, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences 109 (11) (2020) 3404-3412. DOI. With Merck. Visit here for more information.
- D. Wu, L. Zhou, S. Zhang. Characterization of Controlled Release Microspheres Using FIB-SEM and Image-Based Release Prediction, AAPS PharmSciTech 21 (194) (2020). DOI. With Bausch Health.
- S. Zhang, K. Nagapudi. Micro-imaging Based Characterization and Release Prediction of a Long-Acting PLGA Implant, Poster presented at: Long-Acting Injectables and Implantables Conference, 2020 Feb 6-7; La Jolla, CA. With Genentech.
- S. Zhang, J. Goldman, X. Chen, J. Rowe, S. Lin, L. Zhou. Non-Invasive, Quantitative Characterization of Lyophilized Drug Product Using Three-Dimensional X-Ray Microscopy Analytics, Drug Development & Delivery (January/February) (2020) 32-40. Online publication.
- L. Zhou, P, Stroud, A. Zhu, J. Hinds, K. Blakely, S. Zhang. Characterization of Spray-Dried Aggregates for Tablet Formulation with Microstructure 3D Imaging Analytics, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2019 Nov 3-6; San Antonio, Texas. With Eli Lilly.
- L. Zhou, X. Chen, J. Goldman, J. Rowe, S. Zhang, S. Lin. Non-invasive Three-dimensional X-Ray Microscopy Imaging Technique for Quantitative Characterization of Lyophilized Drug Product, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2019 Nov 3-6; San Antonio, Texas. With Bristol-Myers Squibb and Moderna.
- L. Zhou, J., Lomeo S. Zhang. Drug Substance / Drug Product Characterization and Performance Prediction Using High Resolution 3D Micro-Imaging Analysis, Poster presented at: Applied Pharmaceutical Analysis, 2019 Sept 9-11; Boston, MA. Recognized as an Outstanding Poster.
- E. Yost, P. Chalus, S. Zhang, S. Peter, A.S. Narang. Quantitative X-Ray Microcomputed Tomography Assessment of Internal Tablet Defects, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences 108 (5) (2019) 1818-1830. DOI. With Genentech, Lonza, and Roche.
- H. Hao, K. Nagapudi, S. Zhang. Impact of method of preparation on the morphology and mechanical properties of Amorphous solid dispersion: Comparison of Co-precipitation and Spray Drying, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2018 Nov 4-7; Washington, D.C. With Genentech.
- M. Venters, N. Klaus E. LaChapelle, A. Pluntze, K. Pugh, M. Shaffer, S. Zhang. Focused Ion Beam Analysis of Lipid Multiparticulates. Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2018 Nov 4-7; Washington, D.C. With Lonza.
- S. Zhang, J. Neilly, A. Zhu, J. Chen, G. Danzer. Quantitative Characterization of Crystallization in Amorphous Solid Dispersion Drug Tablets Using X-Ray Micro-Computed Tomography, Microscopy & Microanalysis 24 (S1) (2018) 1400-1401. DOI. With AbbVie.
- D. Wu, S. Zhang. Microimaging Characterization and Release Prediction of Controlled Release Microspheres, Presented at: Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting and Exposition, 2018 Jul 22-24; New York City, NY. With OraPharma.
- E. Yost, P. Chalus, S. Zhang, S. Peter A.S. Narang. Quantitative X-ray Micro-Computed Tomography Assessment of Internal Tablet Defects. Presented at: Compaction Simulation Forum, 2018 Jun 11-13; San Francisco, CA. With Genentech.
- S. Poozesh, N. Setiawan, F. Arce, P. Sundararajan, J.D. Rocca, A. Rumondor, D. Wei, R. Wenslow, H. Xi, S. Zhang, J. Stellabott, Y. Su, J. Moser, P.J. Marsac. Understanding the process-product-performance interplay of spray dried drug-polymer systems through complete structural and chemical characterization of single spray dried particles, Powder Technology 320 (2017) 685-695. DOI.
- S. Zhang, Z. Liu. Correlative Microimaging and Image-Based Diffusion Simulation to Predict Extended Release Drug Performance, Invited talk at: AAPS 2017 Symposium of Assembling an Advanced Analytical Toolkit to Support LAP Dosage Forms, 2017 Nov 12-15; San Diego, CA.
- S. Poozesh, N. Setiawan, F. Arce, P. Sundararajan, J.D. Rocca, A. Rumondor, D. Wei, R. Wenslow, H. Xi, S. Zhang, J. Stellabott, Y. Su, J. Moser, P.J. Marsac. Understanding the Process-Product-Performance Interplay of Spray Dried Drug-Polymer Systems through Complete Structural and Chemical Characterization of Single Spray Dried Particles, Poster presented at: AAPS Annual Meeting and Exposition, 2017 Nov 12-15; San Diego, CA.
- S. Zhang. Correlative focused ion beam scanning electron microscope and x-ray micro-computed tomography imaging on multi-scale drug release characterization and 3D-printing manufacturing, Poster presented at: Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting, 2017 Jul 16-19; Boston, MA.
- Z. Liu, L. Li, S. Zhang, D. Wei, D. Skomski, R. Teller, S. Forster, C. Yen, M.A. Mackey, S.E. Barrett, Z. Yang, J. Zhang, W. Xu, M. Gindy, A. Leone. Advanced Image Characterization and Analysis on Polymer Based Implantable Dosage Formulations, Poster presented at: Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting, 2017 Jul 16-19; Boston, MA. With Merck.
- S. Zhang, C. Zhang, G. Brynes, Microscopic Image Based Drug Delivery System Characterization. Poster presented at: AAPS Annual Meeting, 2016 Nov 13-17; Denver, CO.
- S. Zhang. DigiMedicine: FIB-SEM/MicroCT 3D imaging for drug microstructure and deliverability characterization, Presented at: AAPS National Biotechnology Conference, 2016 May 16-18; Boston, MA.
- S. Zhang. Advances in Solid State Imaging of Pharmaceutical Systems, Invited talk at: AAPS Arden House Conference, 2016 Apr 18-20; Baltimore, MD. With Prof. Patrick Marsac, Univ. of Kentucky.
- G. Bryne, J. Chen. Microstructure Investigation of Controlled Release Multi-Particulates Using FIB-SEM, Presented at: APS UKPharmSci, 2013 Sep 2-4; Edinburgh, UK. With Merck.
- D. Wei, S. Jacobs, S. Modla, S. Zhang, C.L. Young, R. Cirino, J. Caplan, K. Czymmek. High-resolution three-dimensional reconstruction of a whole yeast cell using focused-ion beam scanning electron microscopy, BioTechniques, 53 (1) (2012) 41-48. DOI.
- K. Mao. Microstructural Investigation of Tablet Compaction and Tablet Pharmacological Properties, Ph.D. Thesis, MIT, Cambridge (2010). With Novartis. Online Publication.
Natural Resources
- S. Eichmann, P. Srinivasan, K. Kenga, M. Khan, F. Duque, F. Oyarzabal, J. Howard, S. Zhang. Improved Nanoscale Image-based Reservoir Characterization using Supervised Machine Learning, Paper presented at: Unconventional Resources Technology Conference, 2021 Jul 26-28; Houston, TX. With Aramco Services Company. DOI.
- S. Eichmann, P. Srinivasan, S. Zhang, J. Howard. Quantitative Image Analysis of Source Rocks Using Machine Learning Segmentation, Microscopy and Microanalysis 26 (S2) (2020) 2862-2865. DOI. With Aramco Services Company.
- J. Howard. Machine-Learning Methods in Image Processing and Analysis of Porous Materials, DigiM Solutions Whitepaper, 2019.
- S. Zhang, A.P. Byrnes, J. Howard. Properties Upscaling in Porosity Systems with Under-resolved Features Using Image-Based Rock Physics, Paper presented at: Unconventional Resources Technology Conference, 2019 Jul 22-24; Denver, CO. DOI. With Whiting.
- J. Howard, S. Lin, S. Zhang. Uncertainty Quantification in Image Segmentation for Image-Based Rock Physics in a Shaly Sandstone, Petrophysics 60 (2) (2019) 240-254. DOI. Visit here for more information.
- J. Howard, S. Lin, S. Zhang. Uncertainty Quantification in Image Segmentation for Image-based Rock Physics in a Shaly-sandstone, Proceedings of International Symposium of the Society of Core Analysts, 2018 Aug 27-30; Trondheim, Norway.
- A.P. Byrnes, S. Zhang, L. Canter, M.D. Sonnenfeld. Application of Integrated Core and Multiscale 3-D Image Rock Physics to Characterize Porosity, Permeability, Capillary Pressure, and Two and Three-Phase Relative Permeability in the Codell Sandstone, Denver Basin, Colorado, Paper presented at: Unconventional Resources Technology Conference, 2018 Jul 23-25; Houston, TX. With Whiting. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang, N. Ionkina. The Impact of Capillary Condensation on the Hydrocarbon Storage and Mobility, Presented at: AAPG Annual Convention & Exhibition, 2019 May 20-23; Salt Lake City, UT.
- S. Zhang, L. Canter, M. Sonnenfeld. Capillary Fluid Dynamics within Unconventional Rocks Investigated by Scanning Electron Microscope, AAPG Bulletin 101 (11) (2017) 1759–1765. DOI. With Whiting.
- S. Rassenfoss. Need a Faster Measure of Relative Permeability? Take a CT Scan and Follow With Digital Rock Analysis, Journal of Petroleum Technology 69 (08) (2017) 28-31. DOI.
- A.P. Byrnes, S. Zhang, L. Canter, M.D. Sonnenfeld. Two-phase and three-phase relative permeability of unconventional Niobrara chalk using integrated core and 3D image rock physics, Presented at: Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists / Denver Well Logging Society Fall Symposium, 2017 Sept 27-28; Golden, CO. With Whiting. Visit here for more information.
- A.P. Brynes, S. Zhang, L. Canter, M.D. Sonnenfeld. Application of integrated core and 3D image rock physics to characterize Niobrara chalk porosity, permeability, capillary pressure, and two and three-phase relative permeability, Paper presented at: Unconventional Resources Technology Conference, 2017 July 24-26; Austin, TX. DOI. With Whiting. Visit here for more information.
- L. Canter, S. Zhang, M.D. Sonnenfeld, C. Bugge, M. Guisinger, K. Jones. Primary and Secondary Organic Matter Habit in Unconventional Reservoirs, in: T. Olson, AAPG Memoir 102: Imaging Unconventional Reservoir Pore Systems 112 (2016). DOI. With Whiting.
- X. Jin, X. Wang, L. Sun, J. Li, X. Liu, Z. Yao, F. Meng, S. Zhang. Study of Petrophysical Properties Using Nano-Scale Resolution Electron Microscopy and 3D to 2D Upscaling, Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 16 (9) (2016) 9690-9698. DOI. With PetroChina.
- J.H. Chen, B. Li, D. Georgi, J. Chen, W. Yang. Petrographic Features of Kerogen in Unconventional Shales and Their Effect on Hydrocarbon Petrophysics, Paper presented at: Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Conference & Exhibition, 2012 Nov 11-14; Abu Dhabi, UAE. DOI. With Bakerhughes.
- S. Zhang, M. Pal, P. Barthelemy, M. Lei. Upscaling of Heterogeneous Rock Properties via a Multiscale Image to Simulation Approach, Presented at: COMSOL Conference, 2012 Oct 3-5; Boston, MA. With Shell.
- S. Zhang, R.E. Klimentidis, P. Barthelemy. Micron to millimeter upscale of shale rock properties based on 3D imaging and modeling, Paper presented at: International Symposium of the Society of Core Analysts, 2012 Aug 26-31; Aberdeen, UK. With ExxonMobil.
- J.H. Chen, J. Zhang, G. Jin, T. Quinn, E. Frost, J. Chen. Capillary Condensation and NMR Relaxation Time in Unconventional Shale Hydrocarbon Resources, Paper presented at: SPWLA 53rd Annual Logging Symposium, 2012 Jun 16-20; Cartagena, Colombia. With Bakerhuges.
- S. Zhang. Measurements of Porosity and permeability analysis on nanoscale FIB-SEM tomography of shale rock. Presented at: ExxonMobil Unconventional Summit, 2012 Feb 25-27; Houston, TX. With ExxonMobil and IOL Calgary.
- S. Zhang. Porosity types and sizes in Shales, Measurements of Porosity and permeability analysis on nanoscale FIB-SEM tomography of mudstones, Presented at: ExxonMobil 2012 Unconventional Summit, 2012 Feb 25-27; Houston, TX. With ExxonMobil.
- S. Zhang, N. Saxena, P. Barthelemy, M. Marsh. Poromechanics Investigation at Pore-scale Using Digital Rock Physics Laboratory, Paper presented at: COMSOL Conference, 2011 Oct 13-15; Boston, MA. With Stanford University.
- S. Zhang, R.E. Klimentidis, P. Barthelemy. Porosity and permeability analysis on nanoscale FIB-SEM tomography of shale rock. Paper presented at: Society of Core Analysts Symposium, 2011 Sep 18-21; Austin, TX. With ExxonMobil.
- S. Zhang. Poromechanics from Volume Averaging: Lining pore-scale physics to macro-scale, Presented at: Society of Exploration Geophysicists 2011 Annual Meeting, 2011 Sep 18-23; San Antonio, TX. With Stanford University.
- S. Zhang. A virtual material studio to study rock petrophysical properties, Presented at: 11th International Conference on Magnetic Resonance Microscopy / Joint Topic Conference on NMR in Well Logging and Core Analysis 2011 Aug 14-18; Beijing, China. With University of Alberta.
- S. Zhang, F.D. Maestra, N. Combaret, R.E. Klimentidis, P. Barthelemy, R. Albou, D. Lichau. The Analysis and Simulation of Rock Properties Using FIB-SEM and Virtual Material Studio, Presented at NAFEMS World Congress, 2011 May 22-26; Boston, MA. With ExxonMobil.
- Brown. Analysis and Simulation of Rock Properties, Interview with Shawn Zhang in Comsol News 2011, 58-59. Read online here.
Materials
- Y. Suleiman, N. May, M. Zhang, A. Zhu, S. Zhang, J. McCutcheon, S. Shahbazmohamadi. In-situ 3D X-ray Tomography and Analysis of Reverse Osmosis Membranes Under Compaction. Microscopy and Microanalysis (28:S1) (2022) 270-271. DOI.
- J. Tracey, S. Lin, J. Jankovic, A. Zhu, S. Zhang. Iterative Machine Learning Method for Pore-Back Artifact Mitigation in High Porosity Membrane FIB-SEM Image Segmentation, Microscopy and Microanalysis 25 (S2) (2019) 186-187. DOI.
- L. Zhu, D. Yin, Y. Qin, S. Konda, S. Zhang, A. Zhu, S. Liu, T. Xu, M.T. Swihart, H. Lin. Sorption‐Enhanced Mixed Matrix Membranes with Facilitated Hydrogen Transport for Hydrogen Purification and CO 2 Capture, Advanced Functional Materials 29 (36) (2019) doi:10.1002/adfm.201904357. DOI.
- J. Jankovic, S. Zhang, A. Putz, M.S. Saha, D. Susac. Multiscale imaging and transport modeling for fuel cell electrodes, Journal of Materials Research 34 (4) (2019) 579-591. DOI. Visit here for more information.
- C. Kamp, S. Zhang, G. Monahan, S. Bagi, Y. Wang. High Resolution X-ray Computed Tomography for the Measurement and Simulation of Decreased Permeability in the Wall-Flow Diesel Particulate Filter due to the Accumulation of Lubricant-Derived Ash, Poster presented at: MRS Fall Meeting, 2017 Nov 26-Dec 1; Boston, MA. With MIT.
- A.M.V. Putz, S. Zhang, J. Jankovic, D. Susac, J. Chen. Multi-Scale Image-Based Characterization of Electrochemical Energy Material System, Talk presented at: MRS Fall Meeting, 2017 Nov 26-Dec 1; Boston, MA. With AFCC.
- A.M.V. Putz, S. Zhang, J. Jankovic, D. Susac, J. Chen. Microscopy Supported Multi-Scale Modeling of PEM Fuel Cells, Presented at: Electrochemical Society Meeting, 2017 May 28-Jun 1; New Orleans, LA. With AFCC.
- C.J. Kamp, S. Zhang, S. Bagi, V. Wong, G. Monahan, A. Sappok, Y. Wang. Ash Permeability Determination in the Diesel Particulate Filter from Ultra-High Resolution 3D X-Ray Imaging and Image-Based Direct Numerical Simulations, SAE International Journal of Fuels and Lubricants 10 (2) (2017) 608-618. With MIT and Cummins. DOI. Visit here for more information.
- M. Marsh, S. Zhang P. Itty, P. Monitero. Microstructural Evolution in Concrete by In-Situ X-Ray Microtomography, Presented in: International Conference on Cement Microscopy, 2013 Apr 28-May 1; Chicago, IL.
Patents and Whitepapers
- S. Zhang. System and methods for computing drug controlled release performance using images. U.S. Patent No. 11,081,212 B2. United States Patent and Trademark Office. Filed Oct. 5, 2018. Awarded Aug. 3, 2021.
- S. Zhang. Managing microstructure imaging data: A call for cloud-based storage. Read more here.
- P. Luner. Microstructural characterization of Amorphous Spray Dried Dispersions: A Novel Technique to Save Time in Process and Performance Decisions. Read more here.
- S. Zhang. System and methods for computing physical properties of materials using imaging data. U.S. Patent No. 10,830,713. United States Patent and Trademark Office. Filed Nov. 20, 2018. Awarded Nov. 10, 2020.
- J. Tracey, S. Lin, J. Jankovic, A. Zhu, S. Zhang. Iterative Machine Learning Method for Pore-Back Artifact Mitigation in High Porosity Membrane FIB-SEM Image Segmentation, Microscopy and Microanalysis 25 (S2) (2019) 186-187. DOI.
- S. Zhang, A.P. Byrnes, J. Jankovic, J. Neilly. Management, Analysis, and Simulation of Micrographs with Cloud Computing, Microscopy Today 27 (2) (2019) 26-33. DOI.
- C. Y. Zhang. Reconstruction of Three-Dimensional Micro-Structures From Two-Dimensional Microscopic Images Using Texture Synthesis and Phase Field Method, Poster presented at: Microscopy & MicroAnalysis 2019, 2019 Aug 4-8; Portland OR.
- S. Zhang. DigiM Artificial Intelligence Image Processing, DigiM Technology Highlight July (2017).
- S. Zhang. DigiM FIB-SEM Curtaining Removal, DigiM Technology Highlight February (2015). Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang. Integrated Material Characterization and Property Prediction Using 3D Image-based Analytics and Modeling, Talk presented at: TMS 2014 Annual Meeting, 2014 Feb 16-20; San Diego, CA.
- S. Zhang. Seminar: From 3D Microtomography to Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis, June 27-28, 2013. With Zeiss Xradia.
- S. Zhang. 3D Correlative Microscopy: Analysis and Modeling Challenges, Talk presented at Yale Microscopy Workshop, 2013 Jun 4; New Haven, CT.
- G. Tallec, P. Westenberger, N. Combaret, S. Zhang, D. Lichau. New approaches for characterization of porous media: from segmented 3D FIB/SEM images to material properties simulation, Presented at: 5th International Conference on Porous Media & Annual Meeting, 2013 May 21-24; Prague, Czech Republic.
- S. Zhang. Advanced processing and modeling methods for porous material FIB-SEM data, Presented at: 6th Annual FIB SEM Workshop at Harvard University, 2013 Mar 1; Cambridge, MA.
- M. Lei, S. Zhang, L. Bernard, P. Barthelemy. On quantification of fibrous material. Invited Talk presented at: TMS 2013 Annual Meeting, 2013 Mar 3-7; San Antonio, TX.
- S. Zhang. The analysis and modeling of CT scan data at multiple scales in food, metrology and energy applications, Presented at: CT Scan Workshop Development on non-medical environment State of the Art. INRS-ETE. 2012, Mar 6-9; Quebec City, Canada.
- S. Zhang. Modeling and simulation based on 3D micro to nano-scale imaging, Presented at: FIB SEM User Group Meeting hosted by Carnegie Institution of Washington, 2012 Feb 14; Washington, D.C.
- S. Zhang, 3D Visualization and Analysis for Material and Life Sciences, Presented at: University of Delaware Visualization Seminar, 2012 Feb 23; Newark, DE.
- H. Qiu, V. Stepanov, T. Chou, S. Zhang, A. Di Stasio, A. Surapaneni, W. Lee. Preparation and Characterization of an Insensitive RDX-based Nanocomposite Explosive, Talk presented at: Symposium Y: Advances in Energetic Materials Research at the Material Research Society Fall Meeting & Exhibit, 2011 Nov 26-30; Boston, MA. With Stevens Institute of Technology and US Army Research.
- S. Zhang. From 3D images to simulations: practical issues and software tools, Presented at: International Conference on Flows and Mechanics in Natural Porous Media from Pore to Field Scale, 2011 Nov 16-18; Rueil-Malmaison, France.
- S. Zhang. 3D Data Analysis Workshop, Presented at: 11th International Conference on Magnetic Resonance Microscopy / Joint Topic Conference on NMR in Well Logging and Core Analysis 2011 Aug 14-18; Beijing, China.
- S. Zhang. 3D visualization and quantification on Confocal microscopic and FIB/SEM data, Presented at: Stevens Institute of Technology, 2012 Jun 23; Hoboken, NJ.
- S. Zhang. Advanced 3D visualization and Analysis on FIB data, Presented at: DC Area FIB User Group Meeting, 2012 Feb 25; Gaithersburg, MD.
- S. Zhang. 3D Data Acquisition and Processing, Presented at: NIST Workshop on FIB/SEM Nanotomography; 2010 Feb 4-5; Gaithersburg, MD.
- S. Zhang. 3D Microscopy Data: from image space to pore space, from qualitative visualization to quantitative analysis, Invited talk presented at: Second mini-workshop on 3D imaging in microscopy, National Institute for Nanotechnology, 2010 Oct 14-15; Edmonton, Alberta.
- S. Zhang. Visualization Challenges in CAE, Presented at: NAFEMS Webinar Series, 2010 July 28; Virtual.
- D.J. Roth, R.W. Rauser, A. Abdul-Aziz, R. Cotton, E. Burke, S. Zhang, M. Marsh, B.A. Davis, G.F. Studor, Recent Improvements in Display and Analysis of NDE Data at NASA. QNDE 2010 Jul 18-23; San Diego, CA. With NASA. DOI. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang. Visualization and Analysis Solutions for Material Sciences along with RoboMet.3D, Presented at: MRSEC Summer School 2010 on Methods for 3D Microstructural Studies, Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh, PA.
- P.S. Takhar, S. Zhang. Drying of Corn Kernels: From Experimental Images to Multi-scale Multi-physics Modeling, Presented at: COMSOL Conference, 2009 Oct 8-10; Boston, MA. With University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
- S. Zhang, P. Barthelemey, J. Noel. Advanced 3D Data Analysis and Visualization in Aluminum Die Casting using Computed Tomography, Presented at: Materials Science & Technology Conference, 2009 Oct 25-29; Pittsburgh, PA. With North Star Imaging.
- S. Zhang. 3D Material Characterization, Presented at: Material Research Society Fall Conference & Exhibition, 2008 Dec 2-4; Boston, MA.
Webinars and Movies
- J. Lomeo, S. Zhang, P. Yawman. Digital drug formulation and design: critical insights from microstructure imaging, Talk presented at AAPS Northeast Regional Discussion Group (NERDG) 2021 Annual Meeting, 2021 Apr 16; Virtual. Visit here for more information.
- M. Korang-Yeboah from the FDA. Root cause analysis of an inverse relationship between the ice nucleation temperature of a controlled ice nucleation process, process performance and product attributes, Talk featuring DigiM’s analysis presented at International Forum on Process Analytical Chemistry (IFPAC) Annual Meeting, 2021 Feb 28-Mar 5; Virtual. Visit here for more information.
- M. Korang-Yeboah from the FDA. Assessing the risk of changes in container closure system of a freeze-dried product on primary drying efficiency and product quality, Talk featuring DigiM’s analysis presented at International Forum on Process Analytical Chemistry (IFPAC) Annual Meeting, 2021 Feb 28-Mar 5; Virtual. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang, J. Lomeo, A. Zhu. Non-invasive 3D X-Ray microscopy imaging technique for quantitative characterization of lyophilized drug product, Talk presented at International Forum on Process Analytical Chemistry (IFPAC) Annual Meeting, 2021 Feb 28-Mar 5; Virtual. With the FDA. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang, A. Koynov, J. Lomeo. Computer Aided Drug Formulation Design with Image-Based Microstructure Modeling, Talk presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual. With Merck. Abstract here.
- L. Zhou, J. Lomeo, S. Zhang. Linking Process & Performance of Drug Products with Micro-Image Analytics, Poster presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual. Abstract here.
- J. Lomeo, S. Zhang. DigiM Solution Technology Workshop: Microstructure Characterization for Drug Development: Novel AI Analytics and Release Prediction. Talk presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual.
- S. Zhang. Artificial-Intelligence Image Analysis of API and Microporosity in Drug Products, Talk presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual.
- J. Lomeo, S. Zhang, K. Nagapudi. Characterization & Release Prediction for Long Acting Implants, Talk presented at: Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting, 2020 Jun 29-Jul 2; Virtual. With Genentech.
- S. Zhang. Monolithic Release Simulation, Talk presented at:Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting, 2020 Jun 29-Jul 2; Virtual.
- S. Zhang. Image Based Microstructure Bioequivalence Evaluation, Talk presented at FY 2020 Generic Drug Regulatory Science Initiatives Public Workshop, 2020 May 4; Virtual. News here.
- R. Ho, Y. Shin, S. Zhang, A. Zhu, P. Kumar, H. Goyal. Advanced image analytics to study powder mixing in a novel laboratory scale agitated filter dryer. Powder Technology (417:118273) (2023). DOI.
- Y. Pu, L. Ma, B. Dear, A. Zhu, J. Li, S. Zhang, W. Shi. Understanding the impact of microstructures on reconstitution and drying kinetics of lyophilized cake using X-ray Microscopy and image-based simulation. Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences (2023). DOI.
- Y. Suleiman, N. May, M. Zhang, A. Zhu, S. Zhang, J. McCutcheon, S. Shahbazmohamadi. In-situ 3D X-ray Tomography and Analysis of Reverse Osmosis Membranes Under Compaction. Microscopy and Microanalysis (28:S1) (2022) 270-271. DOI.
- A. Clark, R. Wang, Y. Qin, Y. Wang, A. Zhu, J. Lomeo, Q. Bao, D. Burgess, J. Chen, B. Qin, Y. Zou, S. Zhang. Assessing microstructural critical quality attributes in PLGA microspheres by FIB-SEM analytics. Journal of Controlled Release (349: 7) (2022). DOI. With the FDA and UCONN.
- W. Jia, P. Yawman, K.M. Pandya, K. Sluga, T. Ng, D. Kou, K. Nagapudi, P.E. Luner, A. Zhu, S. Zhang, H.H. Hou. Assessing the Interrelationship of Microstructure, Properties, Drug Release Performance, and Preparation Process for Amorphous Solid Dispersions Via Noninvasive Imaging Analytics and Material Characterization. Pharmaceutical Research (2022). Available online: DOI. With Genentech.
- A. Zhu, C. Mao, P. E. Lunar, J. Lomeo, C. So, S. Marchal, S. Zhang. Investigation of Quantitative X-ray Microscopy for Assessment of API and Excipient Microstructure Evolution in Solid Dosage Processing, The American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientist PharmSciTech Journal (23:117) (2022). Available online. DOI. With Genentech. Highlighted in Pharma Excipients article.
- T. Yeoh, L. Ma, A.Z. Badruddoza, J. Shah, S. Zhang. Semisolid Pharmaceutical Product Characterization Using Non-invasive X-ray Microscopy and AI-Based Image Analytics, The American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists Journal (24) (2022) p. 24-46. DOI. With Pfizer.
- Y. Chen, D. Moseon, C. Richard, M. Swinney, S. Horava, K. Oucherif, A. Cox, E. Hawkins, Y. Li, D. DeNeve, J. Lomeo, A. Zhu, L. Lyle, E. Munson, L. Taylor, K. Park, Y. Yeo. Development of hot-melt extruded drug/polymer matrices for sustained delivery of meloxicam, Journal of Controlled Release (342) (2022) p. 189-200. DOI. With Eli Lilly.
- S. Zhang, K. Nagapudi, M. Shen, J. Lomeo, Y. Qin, A. Zhu, P. Nayak, D. Chang, R. Hannoush. Release Mechanisms and Practical Percolation Threshold for Long-acting Biodegradable Implants: An Image to Simulation Study, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences (2021). DOI. With Genentech.
- J. Gamble, M. Tobyn, S. Zhang, A. Zhu, J. Salplachta, J. Matula, T. Zikmund, J. Kaiser, P. Oberta. Characterization of the Morphological Nature of the Hollow Spray Dried Dispersion Particles Using X-ray Submicron-Computed Tomography, AAPS PharmSciTech (2021) 23-40. DOI. With BMS.
- S. Zhang, P. Stroud, A. Zhu, M. Johnson, J. Lomeo, C. Burcham, J. Hinds, K. Blakely, M. Walworth. Characterizing the Impact of Spray Dried Particle Morphology on Tablet Dissolution Using Quantitative X-Ray Microscopy, European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences (165) (2021) 105921. DOI. With Eli Lilly.
- Z. Liu, L. Li, S. Zhang, J. Lomeo, A. Zhu, J. Chen, S. Barrett, A. Koynov, S. Forster, P. Wuelfing, W. Xu. Correlative Image-Based Release Prediction and 3D Microstructure Characterization for a Long Acting Parenteral Implant, Pharmaceutical Research (2021). DOI. With Merck.
- S. Zhang, J. Lomeo. Cloud-based image management solutions for digital transformation of drug product development, Microscopy & Microanalysis 27 (S1) (2021) 296-297. DOI.
- S. Horava, J. Lomeo, M. Shen, R. Ayyar, K. Eddy, S. Zhang, M. Swinney. Evaluating API Release Performance from Controlled Release Polymer Matrices with Microstructure Imaging and Image-based Prediction Models, Talk presented at CRS 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting, 2021 Jul 25-29; Virtual. Eli Lilly talk featuring DigiM’s analysis.
- I. Terzic, M. Staal, A. Doornbos, I. Kok, K. Staal, J. Visscher, A. Funhoff, T. Nguyen, W. Vos, P. V. Midwoud, R. Steendam. Next generation bioresorbable contraceptive implants, Talk presented at CRS 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting, 2021 Jul 25-29; Virtual. Innocore talk featuring DigiM’s analysis.
- M. Shen, Y. Wang, S. Zhang, B. Qin, Q. Bao, D. Burgess. Characterization of the Stability of PLGA Microspheres Using Image-based Key Performance Attributes and Release Prediction, Poster presented at CRS 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting, 2021 Jul 25-29; Virtual.
- K. Nagapudi, A. Zhu, D. Chang, J. Lomeo, K. Rajagopal, R. Hannoush, S. Zhang. Microstructure, quality, and release performance characterization of long-acting polymer implant formulations with X-ray microscopy and quantitative AI analytics, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. (2021). DOI. With Genentech.
- S. Zhang, G. Byrne. Characterization of transport mechanisms for controlled release polymer membranes using focused ion beam scanning electron microscopy image-based modelling, Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology. 60 (2021). DOI. With Merck.
- S. Zhang, A. Koynov, J. Lomeo. Computer Aided Drug Formulation Design with Image-Based Microstructure Modeling, Poster presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual. With Merck. Visit here for more information.
- L. Zhou, J. Lomeo, S. Zhang. Linking Process & Performance of Drug Products with Micro-Image Analytics, Poster presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang, K. Nagapudi, L. Zhou, J. Lomeo. Accelerated Formulation Characterization and Development with AI Image Analysis and Image-Based Release Modeling for PLGA Implant, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual. With Genentech. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang, Q. Bao, Y. Wang, A. Zhu. Y. Qin, D. Burgess, L. Zhou. Drug Particle Characterization Inside Long-Acting Intrauterine Systems with 3D Imaging Analytics, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual. With the FDA and UCONN. Visit here for more information.
- R. Wang, Q. Bao, Y. Wang, S. Choi, L. Zhou, S. Zhang, D. Burgess. Formulation Optimization of PLGA Microspheres Prepared Using a Coacervation Method, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual. With the FDA and UCONN. Visit here for more information.
- J. Lomeo, L. Zhou. Particle Analysis within Drug Products: Novel Methods in Quantification using 3D Microscopy, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual. Visit here for more information.
- H. Xi, A. Zhu, G.R. Klinzing, L. Zhou, S. Zhang, A.J. Gmitter, K. Ploeger, P. Sundararajan, M. Mahjour, W. Xi. Characterization of Spray Dried Particles Through Microstructural Imaging, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences 109 (11) (2020) 3404-3412. DOI. With Merck. Visit here for more information.
- D. Wu, L. Zhou, S. Zhang. Characterization of Controlled Release Microspheres Using FIB-SEM and Image-Based Release Prediction, AAPS PharmSciTech 21 (194) (2020). DOI. With Bausch Health.
- S. Zhang, K. Nagapudi. Micro-imaging Based Characterization and Release Prediction of a Long-Acting PLGA Implant, Poster presented at: Long-Acting Injectables and Implantables Conference, 2020 Feb 6-7; La Jolla, CA. With Genentech.
- S. Zhang, J. Goldman, X. Chen, J. Rowe, S. Lin, L. Zhou. Non-Invasive, Quantitative Characterization of Lyophilized Drug Product Using Three-Dimensional X-Ray Microscopy Analytics, Drug Development & Delivery (January/February) (2020) 32-40. Online publication.
- L. Zhou, P, Stroud, A. Zhu, J. Hinds, K. Blakely, S. Zhang. Characterization of Spray-Dried Aggregates for Tablet Formulation with Microstructure 3D Imaging Analytics, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2019 Nov 3-6; San Antonio, Texas. With Eli Lilly.
- L. Zhou, X. Chen, J. Goldman, J. Rowe, S. Zhang, S. Lin. Non-invasive Three-dimensional X-Ray Microscopy Imaging Technique for Quantitative Characterization of Lyophilized Drug Product, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2019 Nov 3-6; San Antonio, Texas. With Bristol-Myers Squibb and Moderna.
- L. Zhou, J., Lomeo S. Zhang. Drug Substance / Drug Product Characterization and Performance Prediction Using High Resolution 3D Micro-Imaging Analysis, Poster presented at: Applied Pharmaceutical Analysis, 2019 Sept 9-11; Boston, MA. Recognized as an Outstanding Poster.
- E. Yost, P. Chalus, S. Zhang, S. Peter, A.S. Narang. Quantitative X-Ray Microcomputed Tomography Assessment of Internal Tablet Defects, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences 108 (5) (2019) 1818-1830. DOI. With Genentech, Lonza, and Roche.
- H. Hao, K. Nagapudi, S. Zhang. Impact of method of preparation on the morphology and mechanical properties of Amorphous solid dispersion: Comparison of Co-precipitation and Spray Drying, Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2018 Nov 4-7; Washington, D.C. With Genentech.
- M. Venters, N. Klaus E. LaChapelle, A. Pluntze, K. Pugh, M. Shaffer, S. Zhang. Focused Ion Beam Analysis of Lipid Multiparticulates. Poster presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2018 Nov 4-7; Washington, D.C. With Lonza.
- S. Zhang, J. Neilly, A. Zhu, J. Chen, G. Danzer. Quantitative Characterization of Crystallization in Amorphous Solid Dispersion Drug Tablets Using X-Ray Micro-Computed Tomography, Microscopy & Microanalysis 24 (S1) (2018) 1400-1401. DOI. With AbbVie.
- D. Wu, S. Zhang. Microimaging Characterization and Release Prediction of Controlled Release Microspheres, Presented at: Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting and Exposition, 2018 Jul 22-24; New York City, NY. With OraPharma.
- E. Yost, P. Chalus, S. Zhang, S. Peter A.S. Narang. Quantitative X-ray Micro-Computed Tomography Assessment of Internal Tablet Defects. Presented at: Compaction Simulation Forum, 2018 Jun 11-13; San Francisco, CA. With Genentech.
- S. Poozesh, N. Setiawan, F. Arce, P. Sundararajan, J.D. Rocca, A. Rumondor, D. Wei, R. Wenslow, H. Xi, S. Zhang, J. Stellabott, Y. Su, J. Moser, P.J. Marsac. Understanding the process-product-performance interplay of spray dried drug-polymer systems through complete structural and chemical characterization of single spray dried particles, Powder Technology 320 (2017) 685-695. DOI.
- S. Zhang, Z. Liu. Correlative Microimaging and Image-Based Diffusion Simulation to Predict Extended Release Drug Performance, Invited talk at: AAPS 2017 Symposium of Assembling an Advanced Analytical Toolkit to Support LAP Dosage Forms, 2017 Nov 12-15; San Diego, CA.
- S. Poozesh, N. Setiawan, F. Arce, P. Sundararajan, J.D. Rocca, A. Rumondor, D. Wei, R. Wenslow, H. Xi, S. Zhang, J. Stellabott, Y. Su, J. Moser, P.J. Marsac. Understanding the Process-Product-Performance Interplay of Spray Dried Drug-Polymer Systems through Complete Structural and Chemical Characterization of Single Spray Dried Particles, Poster presented at: AAPS Annual Meeting and Exposition, 2017 Nov 12-15; San Diego, CA.
- S. Zhang. Correlative focused ion beam scanning electron microscope and x-ray micro-computed tomography imaging on multi-scale drug release characterization and 3D-printing manufacturing, Poster presented at: Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting, 2017 Jul 16-19; Boston, MA.
- Z. Liu, L. Li, S. Zhang, D. Wei, D. Skomski, R. Teller, S. Forster, C. Yen, M.A. Mackey, S.E. Barrett, Z. Yang, J. Zhang, W. Xu, M. Gindy, A. Leone. Advanced Image Characterization and Analysis on Polymer Based Implantable Dosage Formulations, Poster presented at: Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting, 2017 Jul 16-19; Boston, MA. With Merck.
- S. Zhang, C. Zhang, G. Brynes, Microscopic Image Based Drug Delivery System Characterization. Poster presented at: AAPS Annual Meeting, 2016 Nov 13-17; Denver, CO.
- S. Zhang. DigiMedicine: FIB-SEM/MicroCT 3D imaging for drug microstructure and deliverability characterization, Presented at: AAPS National Biotechnology Conference, 2016 May 16-18; Boston, MA.
- S. Zhang. Advances in Solid State Imaging of Pharmaceutical Systems, Invited talk at: AAPS Arden House Conference, 2016 Apr 18-20; Baltimore, MD. With Prof. Patrick Marsac, Univ. of Kentucky.
- G. Bryne, J. Chen. Microstructure Investigation of Controlled Release Multi-Particulates Using FIB-SEM, Presented at: APS UKPharmSci, 2013 Sep 2-4; Edinburgh, UK. With Merck.
- D. Wei, S. Jacobs, S. Modla, S. Zhang, C.L. Young, R. Cirino, J. Caplan, K. Czymmek. High-resolution three-dimensional reconstruction of a whole yeast cell using focused-ion beam scanning electron microscopy, BioTechniques, 53 (1) (2012) 41-48. DOI.
- K. Mao. Microstructural Investigation of Tablet Compaction and Tablet Pharmacological Properties, Ph.D. Thesis, MIT, Cambridge (2010). With Novartis. Online Publication.
- S. Eichmann, P. Srinivasan, K. Kenga, M. Khan, F. Duque, F. Oyarzabal, J. Howard, S. Zhang. Improved Nanoscale Image-based Reservoir Characterization using Supervised Machine Learning, Paper presented at: Unconventional Resources Technology Conference, 2021 Jul 26-28; Houston, TX. With Aramco Services Company. DOI.
- S. Eichmann, P. Srinivasan, S. Zhang, J. Howard. Quantitative Image Analysis of Source Rocks Using Machine Learning Segmentation, Microscopy and Microanalysis 26 (S2) (2020) 2862-2865. DOI. With Aramco Services Company.
- J. Howard. Machine-Learning Methods in Image Processing and Analysis of Porous Materials, DigiM Solutions Whitepaper, 2019.
- S. Zhang, A.P. Byrnes, J. Howard. Properties Upscaling in Porosity Systems with Under-resolved Features Using Image-Based Rock Physics, Paper presented at: Unconventional Resources Technology Conference, 2019 Jul 22-24; Denver, CO. DOI. With Whiting.
- J. Howard, S. Lin, S. Zhang. Uncertainty Quantification in Image Segmentation for Image-Based Rock Physics in a Shaly Sandstone, Petrophysics 60 (2) (2019) 240-254. DOI. Visit here for more information.
- J. Howard, S. Lin, S. Zhang. Uncertainty Quantification in Image Segmentation for Image-based Rock Physics in a Shaly-sandstone, Proceedings of International Symposium of the Society of Core Analysts, 2018 Aug 27-30; Trondheim, Norway.
- A.P. Byrnes, S. Zhang, L. Canter, M.D. Sonnenfeld. Application of Integrated Core and Multiscale 3-D Image Rock Physics to Characterize Porosity, Permeability, Capillary Pressure, and Two and Three-Phase Relative Permeability in the Codell Sandstone, Denver Basin, Colorado, Paper presented at: Unconventional Resources Technology Conference, 2018 Jul 23-25; Houston, TX. With Whiting. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang, N. Ionkina. The Impact of Capillary Condensation on the Hydrocarbon Storage and Mobility, Presented at: AAPG Annual Convention & Exhibition, 2019 May 20-23; Salt Lake City, UT.
- S. Zhang, L. Canter, M. Sonnenfeld. Capillary Fluid Dynamics within Unconventional Rocks Investigated by Scanning Electron Microscope, AAPG Bulletin 101 (11) (2017) 1759–1765. DOI. With Whiting.
- S. Rassenfoss. Need a Faster Measure of Relative Permeability? Take a CT Scan and Follow With Digital Rock Analysis, Journal of Petroleum Technology 69 (08) (2017) 28-31. DOI.
- A.P. Byrnes, S. Zhang, L. Canter, M.D. Sonnenfeld. Two-phase and three-phase relative permeability of unconventional Niobrara chalk using integrated core and 3D image rock physics, Presented at: Rocky Mountain Association of Geologists / Denver Well Logging Society Fall Symposium, 2017 Sept 27-28; Golden, CO. With Whiting. Visit here for more information.
- A.P. Brynes, S. Zhang, L. Canter, M.D. Sonnenfeld. Application of integrated core and 3D image rock physics to characterize Niobrara chalk porosity, permeability, capillary pressure, and two and three-phase relative permeability, Paper presented at: Unconventional Resources Technology Conference, 2017 July 24-26; Austin, TX. DOI. With Whiting. Visit here for more information.
- L. Canter, S. Zhang, M.D. Sonnenfeld, C. Bugge, M. Guisinger, K. Jones. Primary and Secondary Organic Matter Habit in Unconventional Reservoirs, in: T. Olson, AAPG Memoir 102: Imaging Unconventional Reservoir Pore Systems 112 (2016). DOI. With Whiting.
- X. Jin, X. Wang, L. Sun, J. Li, X. Liu, Z. Yao, F. Meng, S. Zhang. Study of Petrophysical Properties Using Nano-Scale Resolution Electron Microscopy and 3D to 2D Upscaling, Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology 16 (9) (2016) 9690-9698. DOI. With PetroChina.
- J.H. Chen, B. Li, D. Georgi, J. Chen, W. Yang. Petrographic Features of Kerogen in Unconventional Shales and Their Effect on Hydrocarbon Petrophysics, Paper presented at: Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Conference & Exhibition, 2012 Nov 11-14; Abu Dhabi, UAE. DOI. With Bakerhughes.
- S. Zhang, M. Pal, P. Barthelemy, M. Lei. Upscaling of Heterogeneous Rock Properties via a Multiscale Image to Simulation Approach, Presented at: COMSOL Conference, 2012 Oct 3-5; Boston, MA. With Shell.
- S. Zhang, R.E. Klimentidis, P. Barthelemy. Micron to millimeter upscale of shale rock properties based on 3D imaging and modeling, Paper presented at: International Symposium of the Society of Core Analysts, 2012 Aug 26-31; Aberdeen, UK. With ExxonMobil.
- J.H. Chen, J. Zhang, G. Jin, T. Quinn, E. Frost, J. Chen. Capillary Condensation and NMR Relaxation Time in Unconventional Shale Hydrocarbon Resources, Paper presented at: SPWLA 53rd Annual Logging Symposium, 2012 Jun 16-20; Cartagena, Colombia. With Bakerhuges.
- S. Zhang. Measurements of Porosity and permeability analysis on nanoscale FIB-SEM tomography of shale rock. Presented at: ExxonMobil Unconventional Summit, 2012 Feb 25-27; Houston, TX. With ExxonMobil and IOL Calgary.
- S. Zhang. Porosity types and sizes in Shales, Measurements of Porosity and permeability analysis on nanoscale FIB-SEM tomography of mudstones, Presented at: ExxonMobil 2012 Unconventional Summit, 2012 Feb 25-27; Houston, TX. With ExxonMobil.
- S. Zhang, N. Saxena, P. Barthelemy, M. Marsh. Poromechanics Investigation at Pore-scale Using Digital Rock Physics Laboratory, Paper presented at: COMSOL Conference, 2011 Oct 13-15; Boston, MA. With Stanford University.
- S. Zhang, R.E. Klimentidis, P. Barthelemy. Porosity and permeability analysis on nanoscale FIB-SEM tomography of shale rock. Paper presented at: Society of Core Analysts Symposium, 2011 Sep 18-21; Austin, TX. With ExxonMobil.
- S. Zhang. Poromechanics from Volume Averaging: Lining pore-scale physics to macro-scale, Presented at: Society of Exploration Geophysicists 2011 Annual Meeting, 2011 Sep 18-23; San Antonio, TX. With Stanford University.
- S. Zhang. A virtual material studio to study rock petrophysical properties, Presented at: 11th International Conference on Magnetic Resonance Microscopy / Joint Topic Conference on NMR in Well Logging and Core Analysis 2011 Aug 14-18; Beijing, China. With University of Alberta.
- S. Zhang, F.D. Maestra, N. Combaret, R.E. Klimentidis, P. Barthelemy, R. Albou, D. Lichau. The Analysis and Simulation of Rock Properties Using FIB-SEM and Virtual Material Studio, Presented at NAFEMS World Congress, 2011 May 22-26; Boston, MA. With ExxonMobil.
- Brown. Analysis and Simulation of Rock Properties, Interview with Shawn Zhang in Comsol News 2011, 58-59. Read online here.
- Y. Suleiman, N. May, M. Zhang, A. Zhu, S. Zhang, J. McCutcheon, S. Shahbazmohamadi. In-situ 3D X-ray Tomography and Analysis of Reverse Osmosis Membranes Under Compaction. Microscopy and Microanalysis (28:S1) (2022) 270-271. DOI.
- J. Tracey, S. Lin, J. Jankovic, A. Zhu, S. Zhang. Iterative Machine Learning Method for Pore-Back Artifact Mitigation in High Porosity Membrane FIB-SEM Image Segmentation, Microscopy and Microanalysis 25 (S2) (2019) 186-187. DOI.
- L. Zhu, D. Yin, Y. Qin, S. Konda, S. Zhang, A. Zhu, S. Liu, T. Xu, M.T. Swihart, H. Lin. Sorption‐Enhanced Mixed Matrix Membranes with Facilitated Hydrogen Transport for Hydrogen Purification and CO 2 Capture, Advanced Functional Materials 29 (36) (2019) doi:10.1002/adfm.201904357. DOI.
- J. Jankovic, S. Zhang, A. Putz, M.S. Saha, D. Susac. Multiscale imaging and transport modeling for fuel cell electrodes, Journal of Materials Research 34 (4) (2019) 579-591. DOI. Visit here for more information.
- C. Kamp, S. Zhang, G. Monahan, S. Bagi, Y. Wang. High Resolution X-ray Computed Tomography for the Measurement and Simulation of Decreased Permeability in the Wall-Flow Diesel Particulate Filter due to the Accumulation of Lubricant-Derived Ash, Poster presented at: MRS Fall Meeting, 2017 Nov 26-Dec 1; Boston, MA. With MIT.
- A.M.V. Putz, S. Zhang, J. Jankovic, D. Susac, J. Chen. Multi-Scale Image-Based Characterization of Electrochemical Energy Material System, Talk presented at: MRS Fall Meeting, 2017 Nov 26-Dec 1; Boston, MA. With AFCC.
- A.M.V. Putz, S. Zhang, J. Jankovic, D. Susac, J. Chen. Microscopy Supported Multi-Scale Modeling of PEM Fuel Cells, Presented at: Electrochemical Society Meeting, 2017 May 28-Jun 1; New Orleans, LA. With AFCC.
- C.J. Kamp, S. Zhang, S. Bagi, V. Wong, G. Monahan, A. Sappok, Y. Wang. Ash Permeability Determination in the Diesel Particulate Filter from Ultra-High Resolution 3D X-Ray Imaging and Image-Based Direct Numerical Simulations, SAE International Journal of Fuels and Lubricants 10 (2) (2017) 608-618. With MIT and Cummins. DOI. Visit here for more information.
- M. Marsh, S. Zhang P. Itty, P. Monitero. Microstructural Evolution in Concrete by In-Situ X-Ray Microtomography, Presented in: International Conference on Cement Microscopy, 2013 Apr 28-May 1; Chicago, IL.
- S. Zhang. System and methods for computing drug controlled release performance using images. U.S. Patent No. 11,081,212 B2. United States Patent and Trademark Office. Filed Oct. 5, 2018. Awarded Aug. 3, 2021.
- S. Zhang. Managing microstructure imaging data: A call for cloud-based storage. Read more here.
- P. Luner. Microstructural characterization of Amorphous Spray Dried Dispersions: A Novel Technique to Save Time in Process and Performance Decisions. Read more here.
- S. Zhang. System and methods for computing physical properties of materials using imaging data. U.S. Patent No. 10,830,713. United States Patent and Trademark Office. Filed Nov. 20, 2018. Awarded Nov. 10, 2020.
- J. Tracey, S. Lin, J. Jankovic, A. Zhu, S. Zhang. Iterative Machine Learning Method for Pore-Back Artifact Mitigation in High Porosity Membrane FIB-SEM Image Segmentation, Microscopy and Microanalysis 25 (S2) (2019) 186-187. DOI.
- S. Zhang, A.P. Byrnes, J. Jankovic, J. Neilly. Management, Analysis, and Simulation of Micrographs with Cloud Computing, Microscopy Today 27 (2) (2019) 26-33. DOI.
- C. Y. Zhang. Reconstruction of Three-Dimensional Micro-Structures From Two-Dimensional Microscopic Images Using Texture Synthesis and Phase Field Method, Poster presented at: Microscopy & MicroAnalysis 2019, 2019 Aug 4-8; Portland OR.
- S. Zhang. DigiM Artificial Intelligence Image Processing, DigiM Technology Highlight July (2017).
- S. Zhang. DigiM FIB-SEM Curtaining Removal, DigiM Technology Highlight February (2015). Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang. Integrated Material Characterization and Property Prediction Using 3D Image-based Analytics and Modeling, Talk presented at: TMS 2014 Annual Meeting, 2014 Feb 16-20; San Diego, CA.
- S. Zhang. Seminar: From 3D Microtomography to Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis, June 27-28, 2013. With Zeiss Xradia.
- S. Zhang. 3D Correlative Microscopy: Analysis and Modeling Challenges, Talk presented at Yale Microscopy Workshop, 2013 Jun 4; New Haven, CT.
- G. Tallec, P. Westenberger, N. Combaret, S. Zhang, D. Lichau. New approaches for characterization of porous media: from segmented 3D FIB/SEM images to material properties simulation, Presented at: 5th International Conference on Porous Media & Annual Meeting, 2013 May 21-24; Prague, Czech Republic.
- S. Zhang. Advanced processing and modeling methods for porous material FIB-SEM data, Presented at: 6th Annual FIB SEM Workshop at Harvard University, 2013 Mar 1; Cambridge, MA.
- M. Lei, S. Zhang, L. Bernard, P. Barthelemy. On quantification of fibrous material. Invited Talk presented at: TMS 2013 Annual Meeting, 2013 Mar 3-7; San Antonio, TX.
- S. Zhang. The analysis and modeling of CT scan data at multiple scales in food, metrology and energy applications, Presented at: CT Scan Workshop Development on non-medical environment State of the Art. INRS-ETE. 2012, Mar 6-9; Quebec City, Canada.
- S. Zhang. Modeling and simulation based on 3D micro to nano-scale imaging, Presented at: FIB SEM User Group Meeting hosted by Carnegie Institution of Washington, 2012 Feb 14; Washington, D.C.
- S. Zhang, 3D Visualization and Analysis for Material and Life Sciences, Presented at: University of Delaware Visualization Seminar, 2012 Feb 23; Newark, DE.
- H. Qiu, V. Stepanov, T. Chou, S. Zhang, A. Di Stasio, A. Surapaneni, W. Lee. Preparation and Characterization of an Insensitive RDX-based Nanocomposite Explosive, Talk presented at: Symposium Y: Advances in Energetic Materials Research at the Material Research Society Fall Meeting & Exhibit, 2011 Nov 26-30; Boston, MA. With Stevens Institute of Technology and US Army Research.
- S. Zhang. From 3D images to simulations: practical issues and software tools, Presented at: International Conference on Flows and Mechanics in Natural Porous Media from Pore to Field Scale, 2011 Nov 16-18; Rueil-Malmaison, France.
- S. Zhang. 3D Data Analysis Workshop, Presented at: 11th International Conference on Magnetic Resonance Microscopy / Joint Topic Conference on NMR in Well Logging and Core Analysis 2011 Aug 14-18; Beijing, China.
- S. Zhang. 3D visualization and quantification on Confocal microscopic and FIB/SEM data, Presented at: Stevens Institute of Technology, 2012 Jun 23; Hoboken, NJ.
- S. Zhang. Advanced 3D visualization and Analysis on FIB data, Presented at: DC Area FIB User Group Meeting, 2012 Feb 25; Gaithersburg, MD.
- S. Zhang. 3D Data Acquisition and Processing, Presented at: NIST Workshop on FIB/SEM Nanotomography; 2010 Feb 4-5; Gaithersburg, MD.
- S. Zhang. 3D Microscopy Data: from image space to pore space, from qualitative visualization to quantitative analysis, Invited talk presented at: Second mini-workshop on 3D imaging in microscopy, National Institute for Nanotechnology, 2010 Oct 14-15; Edmonton, Alberta.
- S. Zhang. Visualization Challenges in CAE, Presented at: NAFEMS Webinar Series, 2010 July 28; Virtual.
- D.J. Roth, R.W. Rauser, A. Abdul-Aziz, R. Cotton, E. Burke, S. Zhang, M. Marsh, B.A. Davis, G.F. Studor, Recent Improvements in Display and Analysis of NDE Data at NASA. QNDE 2010 Jul 18-23; San Diego, CA. With NASA. DOI. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang. Visualization and Analysis Solutions for Material Sciences along with RoboMet.3D, Presented at: MRSEC Summer School 2010 on Methods for 3D Microstructural Studies, Carnegie Mellon University; Pittsburgh, PA.
- P.S. Takhar, S. Zhang. Drying of Corn Kernels: From Experimental Images to Multi-scale Multi-physics Modeling, Presented at: COMSOL Conference, 2009 Oct 8-10; Boston, MA. With University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
- S. Zhang, P. Barthelemey, J. Noel. Advanced 3D Data Analysis and Visualization in Aluminum Die Casting using Computed Tomography, Presented at: Materials Science & Technology Conference, 2009 Oct 25-29; Pittsburgh, PA. With North Star Imaging.
- S. Zhang. 3D Material Characterization, Presented at: Material Research Society Fall Conference & Exhibition, 2008 Dec 2-4; Boston, MA.
- J. Lomeo, S. Zhang, P. Yawman. Digital drug formulation and design: critical insights from microstructure imaging, Talk presented at AAPS Northeast Regional Discussion Group (NERDG) 2021 Annual Meeting, 2021 Apr 16; Virtual. Visit here for more information.
- M. Korang-Yeboah from the FDA. Root cause analysis of an inverse relationship between the ice nucleation temperature of a controlled ice nucleation process, process performance and product attributes, Talk featuring DigiM’s analysis presented at International Forum on Process Analytical Chemistry (IFPAC) Annual Meeting, 2021 Feb 28-Mar 5; Virtual. Visit here for more information.
- M. Korang-Yeboah from the FDA. Root cause analysis of an inverse relationship between the ice nucleation temperature of a controlled ice nucleation process, process performance and product attributes, Talk featuring DigiM’s analysis presented at International Forum on Process Analytical Chemistry (IFPAC) Annual Meeting, 2021 Feb 28-Mar 5; Virtual. Visit here for more information
- S. Zhang, J. Lomeo, A. Zhu. Non-invasive 3D X-Ray microscopy imaging technique for quantitative characterization of lyophilized drug product, Talk presented at International Forum on Process Analytical Chemistry (IFPAC) Annual Meeting, 2021 Feb 28-Mar 5; Virtual. With the FDA. Visit here for more information.
- S. Zhang, A. Koynov, J. Lomeo. Computer Aided Drug Formulation Design with Image-Based Microstructure Modeling, Talk presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual. With Merck. Abstract here.
- L. Zhou, J. Lomeo, S. Zhang. Linking Process & Performance of Drug Products with Micro-Image Analytics, Poster presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual. Abstract here.
- J. Lomeo, S. Zhang. DigiM Solution Technology Workshop: Microstructure Characterization for Drug Development: Novel AI Analytics and Release Prediction. Talk presented at: AIChE Annual Meeting, 2020 Nov 16-20; Virtual.
- S. Zhang. Artificial-Intelligence Image Analysis of API and Microporosity in Drug Products, Talk presented at: AAPS PharmSci 360, 2020 Oct 26-Nov 5; Virtual.
- J. Lomeo, S. Zhang, K. Nagapudi. Characterization & Release Prediction for Long Acting Implants, Talk presented at: Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting, 2020 Jun 29-Jul 2; Virtual. With Genentech.
- S. Zhang. Monolithic Release Simulation, Talk presented at:Controlled Release Society Annual Meeting, 2020 Jun 29-Jul 2; Virtual.
- S. Zhang. Image Based Microstructure Bioequivalence Evaluation, Talk presented at FY 2020 Generic Drug Regulatory Science Initiatives Public Workshop, 2020 May 4; Virtual. News here.