Smart MCS invites you to our next Scientific Webinar, featuring A/Prof. Reza Nosrati from Monash University.

This session will explore how microfluidic technologies and artificial intelligence are reshaping reproductive science and fertility research. A/Prof. Nosrati will also share insights from his academic journey — from PhD to postdoc to leading his own research group — offering practical advice for aspiring researchers navigating academia.

Webinar Details

Date: Thursday, 17 April 2025
Time: 7:00 PM (AEST) – Sydney, Australia
Location: Zoom
 
For attendees in other time zones:
5:00 PM (SGT) – Singapore
1:00 PM (GST) – Dubai
9:00 AM (GMT) – London, UK
2:00 AM (PDT) – Los Angeles, USA

Presentation Highlights

  • Microfluidics and AI in reproductive science

  • Biomimetic platforms for smarter sperm analysis and selection

  • Academic career path: lessons, challenges, and key strategies

  • Interdisciplinary approaches to fertility and reproductive health research

Research Applications

  • Understanding sperm behavior in the female reproductive tract

  • Improving diagnostic and selection tools for fertility treatment

  • Applying microfluidic systems in biomedical device development

  • Supporting early-career researchers in academia

Full Abstract

Microfluidic technologies and artificial intelligence are transforming the landscape of reproductive medicine. In this webinar, A/Prof. Nosrati will present his team’s work on biomimetic microfluidic platforms and machine learning to study sperm interaction with the female reproductive environment, enabling more effective sperm selection strategies in fertility treatment.

In the second part of the session, A/Prof. Nosrati will share his personal experience transitioning from PhD studies to leading an independent research group. He will provide practical guidance on overcoming academic challenges and building a successful research career.

The webinar will provide both scientific insights and career development perspectives relevant to researchers, clinicians, and students.

About A/Prof. Reza Nosrati

Dr. Reza Nosrati is an NHMRC Fellow, Associate Professor, and Director of the Applied Microfluidics & Bioengineering (AMB) Lab at Monash University. He completed his PhD at the University of Toronto in 2016 and subsequently held an NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship at Queen’s University (2016–2018) before joining Monash.

Reza’s research focuses on small-scale fluid mechanics with applications in cell biology and reproductive medicine. He is internationally recognised as a pioneer in microfluidic technologies for fertility and assisted reproduction, with foundational contributions to our understanding of sperm migration in vivo and the development of clinically relevant biomedical tools to address infertility. He has authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications and holds 11 patents, with his work featured in seven journal covers and leading journals such as Nature Communications, Nature Reviews Urology, Advanced Science, Science Advances, and Small. His research has attracted broad public and clinical attention, featured in more than 200 media outlets worldwide. His work has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the 2023 Dean’s Award for Research Excellence, the 2021 Newcastle Emerging Research Leader Award, and the 2016 Colton Medal, honouring his outstanding international contributions to the field.

Why Attend?

  • Discover how microfluidic and AI technologies are applied in fertility research

  • Learn about practical strategies for navigating an academic research career

  • Engage in a live Q&A with a leading researcher in reproductive bioengineering

👉 Register now by completing the form below.

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This event is part of the Smart MCS Webinar Series, sharing insights into bioprocessing, cell biology, and biomedical innovation.

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