Dr. Abigail Koppes-
Principal Investigator

Welcome to ABNEL!

Research in the Advanced Biosystems for NeuroEngineering Laboratory (ABNEL) focuses on neural engineering and the interface between neurons and surrounding tissues. Specifically, ABNEL develops novel and transformative devices, biomaterials, and biophysical-based therapies. Current work centers on the gut, heart, and central/peripheral nervous systems.

Please feel free to visit our sister lab Laboratory for Neuromodulation and Neuromuscular Repair (LNNR).

Dr. Abigail Koppes Selected by AIMBE as 2026 Emerging Leader

The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) announced 9 emerging leaders in recognition of their recent achievements in the field of medical and biological engineering. Among these leaders was Dr. Abigail Nelson Koppes. Dr. Koppes - along...

Dr. Abigail Koppes to Present in Researcher Spotlight Series

I’m excited to present in the Researcher Spotlight Webinar Series, hosted by the Arthritis National Research Foundation, on October 8.I’ll share my patient story and discuss my work on Sjögren’s disease, as well as an overview of how our research is advancing the...