Michael Albro

Michael Albro, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Boston University's College of Engineering, with additional affiliations in Biomedical Engineering and Materials Science & Engineering. His primary research focuses on mechanobiology and osteoarthritis, leveraging Raman spectroscopy and tissue engineering to develop diagnostic tools and therapies. Albro holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Columbia University and leads the Albro Lab, a multidisciplinary team advancing orthopaedic research.

• Education: PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Columbia University

Research interests include the role of mechanical loading on extracellular matrix signaling, cartilage regeneration, and novel diagnostic modalities like Raman-based imaging. His lab integrates biomechanics, photonics, and synthetic biology to address joint degeneration challenges.

Recent work highlights advancements in Raman spectroscopic probes for cartilage assessment and bio-inspired TGF-β scaffolds for cartilage repair. Key publications (2023–2025) focus on osteoarthritis biomarkers, growth factor dynamics, and 3D molecular imaging techniques.

• Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2024), Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (Imperial College London)

Albro collaborates with synthetic biology and tissue engineering groups, emphasizing translational research. His lab welcomes interdisciplinary researchers and recently added a Senior Research Scientist in 2023. Affiliations include the Synthetic Biology and Tissue Engineering & Mechanobiology initiatives.