“EMF Interactions with Cells: Different Mechanisms Leading to Different Applications”

I had the pleasure of meeting Leslie in Rennes at #BioEM2025, and we spoke about her fascinating research. Her work highlights the identification of different interaction mechanisms between ultrashort-duration pulsed electric fields and cells, which can be strategically exploited for various innovative purposes in electroporation-based biomedical applications. This research not only sheds light on the fundamental science behind cellular responses but also paves the way for advancements in the field. More broadly, this work contributes to ongoing research aimed at developing contactless electroporation, a technique that may revolutionize how we approach therapeutic interventions. The potential benefits of such advancements could greatly enhance electroporation-based therapeutic applications, such as electrochemotherapy, which is gaining traction for its effectiveness in targeting cancer cells, and irreversible electroporation, a promising strategy for tissue ablation. Overall, Leslie’s insights are instrumental in bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical applications in biomedical engineering, fostering a deeper understanding of how electromagnetic fields interact with biological systems.