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11200 SW 8th Street, Miami, Florida 33199
#BSITitle: Bone and Cardiovascular Tissue Engineering: From Nanomechanics to Device Innovations
By: Dr. Anamika Prasad
Associate Professor
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Abstract: A common aim of the regenerative tissue engineering approach is to mimic the structure and functionality of the tissue being replaced. These, in turn, demand a fundamental understanding of their underlying structure and functionality under healthy and diseased conditions. In this seminar, Dr. Prasad will present her research in tissue engineering, focusing on bone and cardiovascular applications. The talk will connect the fundamental nanomechanics of these tissues to biomedical device innovations, such as a bioreactor for extended ex-vivo bone tissue culture and an electrospinner for targeted fiber formation for cardiac patch applications. Experiences from patented innovation in pulse pressure waveform measurement in the radial artery will also be briefly discussed. Overall, this presentation aims to shed light on the interdisciplinary nature of Prasad Lab and its implications for future research, clinical applications, and collaborations.
Biosketch: Anamika Prasad is an Associate Professor in the Biomedical Engineering Department at Florida International University (FIU) with a joint appointment with the Mechanical and Materials Engineering. She received her Ph.D. from MIT and postdoctoral training from Stanford University. Dr. Prasad's research is at the intersection of materials science, structural mechanics, and biological systems, with an application focus on biomedical engineering, plant biomechanics, composites, and devices for precision agriculture and healthcare. Her work has been supported through NSF including NSF CAREER, NASA, DOD, and a recent Florida Health grant. Beyond research, Dr. Prasad is keen on using materials education as a vehicle for STEM workforce development, current focus on rural and Native American communities.
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