Fridman is an expert in the science and engineering applications of plasma — the fourth state of matter that occurs when a gas is exposed to an electric field; examples include a bolt of lightning, welding arcs and the gas inside neon signs or plasma televisions. The focus of his research at the Nyheim Plasma Institute is developing new engineering solutions that allow plasma to be used for sterilization, tissue healing water treatment and many other applications. 

McEachron is an expert on circadian rhythms and biological responses to day-night cycles and natural light. His research examines the effects of sleep deprivation and erratic sleep schedules.

Sun is director of both the Biofabrication Laboratory and Drexel's research center at the Shanghai Advanced Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. His research focuses on computer-aided tissue engineering, solid free-form fabrication and design and modeling of nanodevices.