About
Dr. Mathias Steinacher serves as a Lecturer at the Department of Materials, ETH Zurich, Switzerland. His research focuses on advanced materials synthesis, colloidal systems, and functional hydrogels. He is affiliated with the Complex Materials group and has contributed to innovations in biomaterials engineering, directed evolution of microorganisms, and material fabrication techniques. His work bridges fundamental materials science with applications in biomedical and chemical engineering domains.
Research Interests: Dr. Steinacher’s expertise spans nanotechnology, colloidal science, and biomaterials. His projects often involve developing novel methods for producing monodisperse hydrogel capsules, studying amorphous calcium carbonate stability, and leveraging microfluidic technologies for precise material fabrication. His contributions highlight cross-disciplinary approaches to material design and functionality.
Publications: His recent work emphasizes living materials (e.g., engineered microorganisms for material production) and smart hydrogels with tunable mechanical properties. His articles address challenges in encapsulation, phase behavior, and material stability under environmental stresses.
Affiliations: As part of ETH Zurich’s renowned Department of Materials, he collaborates on projects related to soft matter physics and advanced manufacturing. His lab focuses on translating fundamental material insights into practical applications, such as drug delivery systems and bioinspired materials.
