News

Jan 1, 2026 

We are excited to share that Dr. Duan has received a National Science Foundation EPSCoR Research Fellows to support our research on extracellular polymeric substance (EPS) in E. coli biofilm. The project will apply advanced solid-state NMR and DNP techniques to reveal molecular details of EPS, explain how its components give biofilms resilience, and inform strategies to treat biofilm-related infections.

Nov 9-13, 2025 

Fantastic experience at ASM Biofilm conference at Portland. Overwhelmed by microbiological terminologies (in a good way), found exciting science and a lot of collaborative opportunities. Most importantly, delicious food and beautiful scenes at downtown Portland!

Nov 8, 2025 

Super Science Saturday — first time, huge impact. The tiny gyroscope and live biofilm demos stopped kids in their tracks; watching young minds light up was the best part.

August 14-15, 2025

Thrilled to attend the inaugural SEACON Symposium in Ocean Springs (Aug 14–15). Sun, sand, and cutting‑edge amyloid/condensate science—an ideal mix of relaxation and discovery.

July 8, 2025

Our Bio lab officialy got approved as BSL-2

After months of preparation and set up, EHSA officialy approved our biolab at 409 as BSL-2

February 18, 2025

Image of a Rugose E.coli WT Biofilm on Yesca Media. Biofilm. Bacteria within a biofilm are embedded in a dense extracellular
matrix (ECM) composed of several macromolecules, including exopolysaccharides, nucleic acids, and proteins. Our group is interested on researching the biofilm with the help of ssNMR. Do not hesitate to contact if you are interested in Biofilm or ssNMR. 

December 17, 2024

New graduate students joins the lab

Mahesha, Sandali and Marjan Joined the group. 

August 15,  2024

Welcome to Duan Group

Dr Duan officially joined LSU. Our lab is located on Choppin 409 and 439.