Mujtaba Rafique Ghoto is a graduate researcher at the University of Missouri, where he is pursuing his Ph.D. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. With experience gained from the Defense and Automotive sectors, Mujtaba's research focuses on the exploration of state-of-the-art materials, pioneering manufacturing techniques, and their practical applications.  Mujtaba's enthusiasm for his research stems from a genuine desire to bring about tangible impacts. By fostering collaborations and nurturing interdisciplinary exchanges, Mujtaba aims to unlock the true potential of Soft Matter Materials, propelling society forward. 

Tanzim Rahman Neyam is a Ph.D. student in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Missouri–Columbia. With a background in Aerospace Engineering and research experience in materials science and advanced manufacturing, his current research focuses on embedded 3D printing of soft matter, soft matter manufacturing, and polymer physics. He is researching towards developing 3D-printed phantoms from soft materials to investigate how acoustic and electromagnetic waves interact with the human body.

Victoria Mesz is a junior undergraduate studying Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Her current project is focused on understanding how the material properties of 3D-printed soft hydrogel materials vary from those cast using traditional bench-top methodologies. She is interested in expanding knowledge about the properties of 3D printed phantoms. 

Tyler Barks is a junior undergraduate studying Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. His current project focuses on creating PEG microgels for 3D embedded printing support baths. He is interested in combining the principles learned in his mechanical engineering coursework with biomaterials, with a specifically materials science and rheology.

Katelynn Marquez is an undergraduate engineering student at the University of Missouri. Her research focuses on understanding the interactions of EM waves on biological materials.