Research Areas
Research Areas
Key Focuses:
Nanomaterials and Nanofabrication of 2D and 3D structures
Cell Interactions with 3D Structures: Surface Properties and Cell functions
Controlled Degradation
Biomaterials Guided Tissue Regeneration
Antimicrobial Biomaterials
Drug Delivery Systems
Current Projects:
Nanocomposites for Cartilage Regeneration and Large Osteochondral Defects
Engineering Biodegradable Orthopedic Implants and Biomimetic Interfaces
Controlling Biodegradation Properties of Magnesium Alloys through Surface Treatment
Developing Biodegradable, Conductive Scaffolds for Nerve Regeneration
Managing Cell-Material Interactions through Surface Modification and Nanopatterning
In Vitro and In Vivo Assessment of Biodegradable Orthopedic Implants
Cardiovascular Device Design and Testing
Nanocomposites for Controlled Drug Delivery at Targeted Sites
Research Featured In Media and News:
6. 10/12/2015 UCR News - ‘Window to the brain’ research ramps up
10/14/2015 Weekly Hot News - ‘Window to the brain’ research ramps up
5. 09/23/2014 UCR Living the Promise: Engineering Absorbable Medical Implants
4. 12/5/2011 Medical Design
3. 10/13/2011 ASM International
2. 10/5/2011 Orthotec
1. 10/4/2011 The Press Enterprise