Anthony Callanan

Dr. Anthony Callanan is a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Director of Learning & Teaching - Recruitment and Admissions at the University of Edinburgh's School of Engineering. He holds academic qualifications including a PhD in Biomedical Engineering (University of Limerick, 2009), BEng in Mechanical Engineering (2002), and a National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (1999). His research focuses on tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and biomaterials, with emphasis on kidney, liver, and cardiovascular applications. Key topics include extracellular matrix integration, scaffold design, and computational modeling of biomechanical systems.

• Education:
• PhD Biomedical Engineering, University of Limerick (2009)
• BEng Mechanical Engineering, University of Limerick (2002)
• National Certificate Mechanical Engineering, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (1999)

His research interests span tissue engineering, biomaterials, and cardiovascular biomechanics. He has developed novel scaffolds for hepatic, cardiac, and vascular regeneration using electrospinning and 3D printing. His work addresses challenges in ECM integration, antioxidant delivery, and scaffold mechanical properties.

Recent projects include creating compliant vascular grafts, icephobic elastomer coatings, and liver microenvironment models. He leads initiatives like the Ferritin Detection System on Menstrual Pads (Wellcome Trust-funded) and Macrophage-polarizing ALMA hydrogels (Medical Research Council).

• Scientific Awards:
• Chancellor's Fellow (2013–2017)
• IRCSET/Marie-Curie Research Fellowships (2010–2013)

Dr. Callanan oversees grants totaling over £multi-million, focusing on biomaterials for clinical translation. His lab collaborates globally, advancing regenerative therapies for cardiovascular diseases and organ repair. Notable collaborations include work with the University of Pittsburgh and Imperial College London.