Orthopedic joints haven't changed much in 50 years. We are developing models & fabrication methods that are more durable, stable, and wear-resistant. Image: Dartmouth College.
We are also working to improve sheet metal implants for trauma repair. Here, students learn to use the biaxial cruciform machine at the UNH Olson Center. Image: Liz Mamros.
Tissue engineering is a major research thrust, with research teams at UNH, Dartmouth, and Keene State College. Image: Ali Asghar.
We are also focused on the research needed to create biosensors that will transform health care. Image: Kathryn Lapierre.
Announcements
COME WORK WITH US!
The Bio-Inspired On-demand Strategies for Engineering Nanostructured Sensors (BIO-SENS) team is seeking a Post-Doc! Apply here!
NEW PUBLICATIONS
Three new publications from our undergraduate researchers at Keene State College!
- "A Roadmap to Fabricate Geometrically Accurate Three-Dimensional Scaffolds Co-Printed by Natural and Synthetic Polymers" Read more.
- "Designing an Interchangeable Multi-Material Nozzle System for the 3D Bioprinting Process" Read more.
- "Physical Modification of Hybrid Hydrogels to Fabricate Full-Scale Construct Using 3D Bio-Printing Process" Read more.
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NH BioMade, a new five-year $20 million EPSCoR project funded by the National Science Foundation, will advance the rapidly growing New Hampshire biomaterials industry through knowledge generation, academic-industrial research partnerships, and workforce development. Addressing opportunities identified in the 2016 NH University Research and Industry Plan, this new grant will be used to develop innovative approaches for design and manufacturing of biomaterials, such as those used in implants and tissue engineering, which hold the potential to save lives and improve overall quality of life for patients.
COVER ART
Our research seed grant to UNH Associate Professor Jeffrey Halpern was just featured on the cover of ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces. Beautiful! View closeup.
New Publication
New publication from our Porous & Conductive Biosensors team! Stolz, R. M., Kolln, A. F., Rocha, B. C., Brinks, A., Eagleton, A. M., Mendecki, L., Vashisth, H., & Mirica, K. A. (2022). Epitaxial Self-Assembly of Interfaces of 2D Metal–Organic Frameworks for Electroanalytical Detection of Neurotransmitters. ACS Nano.
UPCOMING Seminar
Our BIO-SENS team is hosting a workshop Wednesday, October 26 entitled "Tips for Neurodiverse Mentoring and Education". Geared towards faculty members in STEM, but all faculty, administrators, and students are welcome. Registration required.