About Professor Bankston

Victor Bankston is a Professor of Practice at Tulane University, specializing in quantum information and combinatorial designs. With a passion for exploring the intersections of these fields, Victor aims to foster a dynamic and engaging learning environment. His dedication to teaching stems from a desire to study computers as a means to understand the world more broadly, continually striving to enhance both his own knowledge and that of his students.

Research Interests

Quantum computation/information, combinatorial designs, optimization

Office

312 Stanley Thomas Hall

Teaching

Sp24, CMPS 2170/MATH 2170: Introduction to Discrete Math

Publications

Hidden Variables for Pauli Measurements (in review at Quantum Journal)

The Green Engineering Equity group focuses on developing biomaterial-based approaches to improve hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) transplantation, using sickle cell disease as a primary model system. We investigate how factors like pathology, sex, and age modify HSC function through engineered in vitro and in vivo models to inform our biomaterial design. By exploiting bone marrow physiology, our platforms aim to improve stem cell transplantation engraftment and recovery. Our ultimate goal is to develop more effective, cost-efficient procedures, creating equitable treatments for the various disorders reliant upon hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

In tandem with our biomedical research, our educational initiatives integrate healthcare equity into engineering curricula to enhance student retention, success, and overall experience. By combining advanced technical education with an understanding of ethical and human-centered aspects of engineering, we foster a more inclusive and equitable learning environment. This approach ensures that students are not only technically proficient but also socially conscious, preparing them to tackle complex healthcare challenges and contribute meaningfully to health equity.

Selected Honors and Awards

Rising Stars in Engineering in Health Fellow (2023)
George Mason University InSPIRE Award (2023)
University of Texas at Austin Equity in Engineering Award (2023)
Society for Biomaterials Postdoc Recognition Award (2022)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Impact Fellow (2019)
Sigma Xi Grant-In-Aid of Research Recipient (2016)       
NSF Graduate Research Fellow (2012 - 2015)  

Selected Publications

Google Scholar: tinyurl.com/4f6d67t6