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Barbara Safiejko-MroczkaView profile

Associate Professor

• Cellular Mechanisms of Wound Healing
• Cell Motility
• Cytoskeleton Dynamics
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Dr. Barbara Safiejko-Mroczka is an Associate Professor in the Department of Zoology at the University of Oklahoma. Her research focuses on cellular mechanisms of wound healing, particularly the role of cytoskeleton dynamics and extracellular matrix interactions in fibroblast behavior under normal and diabetic conditions. She investigates how hyperglycemic environments impair wound healing and studies bacterial products' impact on periodontal tissues. She has developed advanced microscopy techniques for visualizing cytoskeletal proteins and cell structures. Her teaching responsibilities include courses such as Cellular Pathology (ZOO 4113/5113), Histology (ZOO 4244), and Cell Biology (ZOO 3113). These courses emphasize the molecular and cellular basis of disease, cell structure, and metabolism. She has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects involving microbiology, materials science, and oncology. Her work bridges basic cell biology with clinical applications, addressing translational challenges in wound healing and infectious diseases. She has pioneered protocols for imaging macromolecular structures using fluorescence and electron microscopy, contributing to both research and diagnostic methodologies.

• Polymer Chemistry
• Macromolecular Design
• Particle Synthesis
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Dr. Laura Delafresnaye Broqua is a polymer chemist and Research Fellow at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), where she has been a full-time researcher within the Soft Matter Materials Laboratory (SMML) since March 2017. She also serves as Research Coordinator to the DVCRI within QUT's Division of Research and Innovation since 2019. Affiliated with the Faculty of Science, School of Chemistry & Physics, her work bridges academic research and industrial applications in polymer science and materials engineering. Dr. Delafresnaye earned a double degree in chemical engineering and polymer chemistry in 2012, followed by a PhD in chemistry at University Claude Bernard (France) from 2013-2016. Her academic journey began during her master's thesis at the Chemistry, Catalysis, Polymers and Processes laboratory in France, where she published her first paper. Prior to her PhD, she gained industry experience with a one-year stint as a junior engineer at BlueStar Silicones' cosmetic R&D division in Spain (2010). Her research expertise spans macromolecular design, particle synthesis, light-induced reactions, and chemiluminescence. Dr. Delafresnaye has developed materials for diverse applications including high-performance packaging blister, stormwater retention materials, and silicon-based or enzyme-based cosmetic formulations. Her work demonstrates how controlled light-matter interactions can create precision materials with specific functional properties, particularly in the areas of microsphere design and chemiluminescent systems. Dr. Delafresnaye's publication record shows a consistent focus on polymer chemistry and materials science, with recent work emphasizing bioinspired materials, wavelength-selective reactions, and sustainable materials platforms. Her research often involves collaborations with the Barner-Kowollik research group, reflecting interdisciplinary approaches to materials design and synthesis. Member of Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) since 2017 As Research Coordinator, Dr. Delafresnaye oversees research initiatives within QUT's Division of Research and Innovation. Her supervision work includes guiding research on polymer particles as precision sensors for molecules. She maintains active research collaborations across multiple institutions, as evidenced by her publication record spanning various high-impact journals. Dr. Delafresnaye conducts her research within QUT's Soft Matter Materials Laboratory (SMML), a specialized facility focused on advanced polymer synthesis and characterization. Her work bridges fundamental polymer chemistry with practical applications, often translating laboratory discoveries into materials with real-world utility.

Morgan HawkerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Biomedical Materials
• Polymer Chemistry
• Plasma Processing
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Morgan Hawker is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at California State University, Fresno. She holds a B.S. in Chemistry from UC Santa Cruz and a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Colorado State University. Her postdoctoral work at Tufts University focused on silk-based biomedical materials through the NIH-funded TEACRS program. Her research focuses on plasma-modifying polymeric materials for biomedical applications, including natural polymers like silk fibroin. Key areas include tuning material surface chemistry, developing hydrophobic materials, and creating functionalized biomaterials. Teaching emphasizes general/physical chemistry with a focus on growth mindset and metacognitive strategies. Dr. Hawker’s lab actively engages undergraduates in synthesizing, modifying, and characterizing polymers. She has secured NIH grants for biomedical materials research and maintains a lab website (Hawker Research Lab). Professional activities include teaching Chem 1A, Chem 1AL, and advanced courses in physical chemistry. Her work bridges material science and education innovation, with notable contributions in plasma surface engineering and specifications grading methodologies in STEM education.

Ali BagheriView profile

Lecturer

• Polymer Chemistry
• 3D Printing
• Drug Delivery
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Dr. Ali Bagheri serves as a Lecturer in Chemistry at the School of Science and Technology, University of New England (UNE), specializing in macromolecular synthesis for drug delivery and 3D printing applications. His educational background includes: BSc (unspecified field) MSc (unspecified field) PhD in Chemical Engineering, University of New South Wales (2018), completed under Dr. May Lim and Prof. Cyrille Boyer at the Centre for Advanced Macromolecular Design (CAMD) and Australian Centre for NanoMedicine (ACN) Dr. Bagheri's research pioneers visible light-controlled radical polymerization techniques for synthesizing stimuli-responsive polymeric materials. His work bridges fundamental polymer chemistry with practical applications in biomedical engineering and advanced manufacturing, particularly focusing on oxygen-tolerant 3D printing systems and antimicrobial polymer development. Key innovations include photo-RAFT polymerization for complex structure fabrication and nitric oxide delivery systems targeting bacterial biofilms. His 13 publications (2016-2021) reveal a cohesive research trajectory centered on visible light-mediated polymerization. Dominant themes include 3D/4D printing material development (69% of works), antimicrobial polymer systems (23%), and nanoparticle functionalization (15%). Publications appear in high-impact journals like Advanced Science and Angewandte Chemie , demonstrating strong industry-academia collaboration with institutions including University of Auckland and UNSW. Scientific awards: No awards are documented in the provided profile. Advising and grants: The profile does not specify graduate students supervised or research grants secured. Teaching responsibilities include CHEM 110, CHEM 120, CHEM 305/505, and CHEM 306/506 in Polymer Chemistry and Material Science. Labs and teams: Current research operates within UNE's School of Science and Technology. Previously affiliated with CAMD and ACN at UNSW during doctoral studies, with postdoctoral work in the University of Auckland's Polymer Chemistry group.

• Soft Condensed Matter
• Chemical Biology
• Microfluidics
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Professor Oscar Ces is the Head of the Department of Chemistry at Imperial College London since 2019 and holds the August von Hofmann Chair of Chemistry. He is a leading researcher in soft condensed matter, chemical biology, microfluidics, and artificial cell systems. His work focuses on lipid membrane mechanics, single-cell analysis, and smart delivery systems, with industry collaborations including AstraZeneca and GSK. He has pioneered technologies like the microfluidic antibody capture chip (MAC Chip) and the Proxomics grant initiative. Professor Ces co-founded the Agri Futures Lab, fabriCELL, and the Leverhulme Centre for Cellular Bionics. He has held roles such as Director of the Institute of Chemical Biology and Co-Director of the Membrane Biophysics Platform. His research group develops artificial cells, droplet interface bilayers, and optonanofluidic systems for applications in drug delivery and synthetic biology. Education details are not explicitly listed, but his career spans over 25 years at Imperial College, where he has contributed to establishing the White City Campus and founding initiatives like the Molecular Sciences Research Hub. His group’s current projects include a £5.4M EPSRC Frontiers grant for scaling synthetic biology approaches and a £4.6M Proxomics grant for clinical applications of single-cell analysis. The Membrane Biophysics Platform, with over 30 researchers, focuses on lipid membrane engineering, molecular interactions, and high-throughput drug screening. Research interests span artificial cell compartmentalization, microfluidic single-cell manipulation, and optonanofluidic droplet networks. His work integrates engineering and biology to create advanced synthetic systems. Collaborations include academic-industrial partnerships and cross-faculty initiatives like digiFAB for digital chemistry. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, but his extensive grants and leadership roles highlight his contributions to the field.

• Zeolite Materials
• Cation Exchange
• High-Pressure Structural Analysis
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Maria Giovanna Vezzalini is a Professor at the Department of Chemical and Geological Sciences, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia. Her research focuses on structural characterization and functional applications of zeolitic and microporous materials under extreme conditions. Key research areas include: Rare earth element recovery using zeolite L High-pressure behavior of dye-zeolite hybrids Thermal stability of high-silica zeolites for industrial applications Pressure-driven molecular organization in confined spaces Environmental and technological applications of microporous systems Structural analysis of her work reveals trends in host-guest interactions , supramolecular assembly , and pressure-induced phase transitions . Articles demonstrate expertise in synchrotron X-ray diffraction, FTIR, and molecular dynamics modeling.

Yang YangView profile

Professor

• Solar Cells
• Organic Photovoltaics
• Perovskite Solar Cells
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Yang Yang is a Distinguished Professor and Department Chair of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), holding the Carol and Lawrence E. Tannas Jr. Endowed Chair in Engineering. His research focuses on functional electronic devices for cost-effective applications, with primary expertise in solar cells, thin film transistors, and light emitting devices. He earned his B.S. in Physics from National Cheng-Kung University (1982), followed by M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Physics and Applied Physics from the University of Massachusetts (1988, 1992). His academic journey established the foundation for his groundbreaking work in photovoltaics and nanomaterials. Dr. Yang's research program integrates rational materials design (organic semiconductors, hybrid perovskites, inorganic nanomaterials), precise control of film morphology and crystal growth, fundamental electrical property analysis, nanoscale structure-property investigations, and advanced interface engineering. This comprehensive approach has revolutionized perovskite and organic solar cell development, particularly through innovations in defect passivation, tandem architectures, and stability enhancement. His work bridges fundamental science with practical device engineering to address renewable energy challenges. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant focus on perovskite solar cell optimization (60% of works), with significant contributions to organic photovoltaics (27%) and thin-film transistor technology (13%). Key trends include molecular-level defect control, non-fullerene acceptor development, vapor-assisted processing techniques, and agrivoltaics applications—culminating in record efficiencies and commercial viability pathways for next-generation solar technologies. His exceptional contributions have earned prestigious recognitions: Carol and Lawrence E. Tannas Jr. Endowed Chair in Engineering (2011) Fellow of the American Physical Society (2015) World's Most Influential Scientific Minds (2016) Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (2019) Multiple Highest-Cited Paper awards (2008-2010) As leader of UCLA's Yang Lab—one of the world's top three perovskite research groups (Times Higher Education, 2019)—he directs major federally funded projects advancing agrivoltaics and translucent solar technologies. His mentorship has cultivated numerous industry and academic leaders, while his 2023 breakthroughs in greenhouse-integrated solar roofs demonstrate practical applications transforming agricultural energy systems through light-management engineering.

Jon HusbandView profile

Researcher

• Circular Bio-materials
• Organic Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
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Jon Husband is a Researcher in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Bath, serving as a Core Technology Translator. Previously, he held roles including Research Fellow at the University of Birmingham (2022) and Chemist at Recycling Technologies Ltd (2020–2022). He earned his PhD in Chemistry from the University of Birmingham (2015–2020), focusing on maleimide fluorophores for peptide applications. His research focuses on circular bio-materials synthesis, waste stream analysis for circular technologies, and organic molecule synthesis (monomers, peptides, fluorophores). Key areas include fluorescence spectroscopy, analytical chemistry, and sustainable materials aligned with UN SDGs. Recent work explores polymer systems, corrosion analysis, and fluorophore functionalization, with contributions to peer-reviewed journals in materials science and chemistry. Collaborations span institutions and industries, emphasizing applied research with industrial relevance. Education: PhD in Chemistry (University of Birmingham, 2020). Research highlights include developing novel polymers for bioapplications, studying material degradation mechanisms, and enhancing fluorophore performance through functionalization. No awards are listed, but his work has garnered citations and readership via platforms like Mendeley. Advising and grants sections remain underdeveloped in the provided data. No specific lab affiliations are mentioned beyond departmental roles.

Ching-An PengView profile

Professor

• Drug/Gene Delivery
• Nano/Bio Technology
• Cellular/Tissue Engineering
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Ching-An Peng is a Professor in the Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering at the University of Idaho. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (1995), an M.S. from the University of Notre Dame (1990), and a B.S. from National Taiwan University (1985). His research focuses on drug/gene delivery systems, nano-bio technologies, and cellular/tissue engineering. Key projects include developing CD47-functionalized nanoparticles to evade immune detection, photothermolysis-based cancer therapies using nanomaterials, and novel drug delivery platforms leveraging mesenchymal stem cells. Education: Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan, 1995 M.S., Chemical Engineering, University of Notre Dame, 1990 B.S., Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University, 1985 His research interests span drug delivery (e.g., polymeric micelles for anticancer therapies), nanotechnology (carbon nanotubes, gold nanorods for targeted photothermal ablation), and biomedical engineering (mesenchymal stem cell-based therapies, immune-modulating carriers). Recent work includes抗疫 strategies against SARS-CoV-2 using ACE2-functionalized nanoparticles and photothermal agents. Publications highlight advancements in nanomaterial-based therapies, including antiviral drug screening using quantum dot-virus complexes and engineered algal systems for high-value compound production. Collaborations emphasize translational applications of nanotechnology in healthcare. His lab integrates engineering principles with biology to address challenges in regenerative medicine, cancer treatment, and infectious disease control. Ongoing efforts focus on optimizing CD47-functionalized carriers and developing plant-derived prodrug systems.

Jürgen FritzView profile

Professor

• Biophysics
• Nanotechnology
• Biomolecular Interactions
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Prof. Jürgen Fritz is a Professor of Biophysics at Jacobs University Bremen, School of Science. His research focuses on molecular biophysics, atomic force microscopy (AFM), and nanomechanical biosensors. He explores biomolecular systems at the single-molecule level to develop bioanalytical tools and nanotechnology applications. His work includes studying biomolecule interactions, label-free biosensing, and surface functionalization techniques. Education: Vordiplom (University of Karlsruhe, 1991), Physikdiplom (University of Heidelberg, 1994), PhD in experimental physics (University of Basel, 1998). Postdoctoral positions at IBM Zurich Research Laboratory (1998-2000) and MIT Media Lab (2000-2003). Research interests span biophysics, nanotechnology, and microfluidics. Key contributions include cantilever-based biosensors and AFM studies of biomolecules. Over 15 key publications since 1998 highlight advancements in nanomechanical sensing and biomolecular interactions. Lab facilities include state-of-the-art nanotechnology and biophysical instrumentation. Collaborates on projects involving lipid bilayers, microcontact printing, and nanoscale biosensing systems.

Robert ChapmanView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Chemistry
• Polymer Chemistry
• Biomaterials
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Dr. Robert Chapman is a Senior Lecturer in Chemistry at the University of Newcastle's School of Environmental and Life Sciences, with an adjunct appointment at UNSW's School of Chemistry. His research focuses on high-throughput polymerization techniques for designing therapeutic polymers, protein-like mimics, and biosensors through peptide-polymer conjugates. BEng (UNSW), PhD (University of Sydney) Postdoctoral work at Imperial College London with Prof. Molly Stevens Previous roles: Lecturer/DECRA Fellow (UNSW), Vice-Chancellor's Research Fellow (UNSW) His research bridges polymer chemistry and biomedical applications, with expertise in polymer therapeutics , drug delivery , nanoparticle biosensing , and enzyme stabilization . He has developed novel methods for photoreversible polymerization , pH-responsive nanocarriers , and micelle-based protein mimics . Recent work highlights combinatorial polymer design for enzyme encapsulation (2024), light-controlled drug release (2024), and TRAIL protein mimics for cancer therapy (2023). His 2025 studies explore real-time nanoparticle tracking and protein-binding polymer screening . Scientific recognition includes: ARC Discovery Projects ($397k, $360k) PanKind Foundation grant for pancreatic cancer CSIRO collaboration funding Multiple high-impact publications in JACS , Chemical Science , and Nanoscale He supervises 10 ongoing research projects and has taught courses in Organic Chemistry , Analytical Chemistry , and Nanomaterials . His lab provides resources for polymer synthesis, biomaterials testing, and nanocarrier design.

Henry DubeView profile

Professor

• Organic Chemistry
• Photochemistry
• Molecular Switches
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Prof. Henry Dube is a faculty member at the Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Germany. His research focuses on molecular photoswitches, particularly hemithioindigo and related systems, with applications in materials science, nanotechnology, and bioorganic chemistry. Research Interests : Photochemistry, molecular machines, supramolecular systems, light-responsive materials, and computational modeling of photochemical dynamics. Key Collaborations : Applications in polymer science, molecular computing, and apoptosis induction. Publication Trends : Recent works emphasize: Visible/NIR photoswitching ( Nature Communications , JACS ) Multi-state switching ( Angewandte Chemie ) Integration with polymerization processes ( Advanced Materials ) Biomedical applications (light-induced apoptosis) Encapsulation strategies for chiroptical control Structural reconfiguration in molecular motors Laboratory : The Dube Group actively develops novel photoswitch architectures, combining synthetic organic chemistry with advanced analytical techniques like chiral cryo-HPLC and in-situ NMR.

• Physical Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
• Structural Analysis of Liquids
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Fabrizio Lo Celso is an Associate Professor at the Department of Physics and Chemistry - Emilio Segrè within the University of Palermo , Italy. He holds the academic code CHEM-02/A and maintains office hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM in Studio 1/B12, Building 17. He can be contacted via direct email at fabrizio.locelso@unipa.it or by phone at +39 091 23897966. Active Erasmus+ collaborations with institutions in Germany (Technische Universität Braunschweig), Spain (University of A Coruña), Poland (University of Wrocław), and Germany (Fachhochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg) His research spans computational and experimental chemistry, focusing on: Structural analysis of ionic liquids and deep eutectic solvents Molecular dynamics simulations for liquid-state characterization Supramolecular organization in biologically relevant systems Pressure-induced structural transitions in polymeric materials Neutron/X-ray scattering applications in physical chemistry Chaperonin-related protein folding disorders Key research trends include sustainability in solvent design, agricultural biotechnology for legume stress tolerance, and cross-disciplinary techniques combining experimental and computational approaches. He teaches Physical Chemistry and Basic Computational Methods for Chemistry at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Biomaterials
• Drug Delivery
• Nanotechnology
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Sindeeva OA is a Researcher at the School of Engineering and Materials Science, Queen Mary University of London, UK. Her work focuses on biomedical materials, targeted drug delivery, and cell tracking technologies. Key contributions include developing microgels, microcapsules, and stimuli-responsive systems for medical applications. Research interests span Biomaterials for tissue engineering Ultrasound-triggerable drug delivery Photoconvertible labeling systems Magnetic nanoparticle-based imaging agents Her recent publications highlight trends in polymer science, nanotechnology, and translational biomedical engineering. Collaborations with Sukhorukov GB and Gusliakova OI suggest team-based research in colloidal systems and biomedical imaging. No formal awards or student advising details are mentioned in the provided data.

• Biomaterials
• Biofabrication
• Tissue Engineering
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Dr. Maria Villiou serves as Group Leader of the Biofabrication and Biomaterials Innovation Group within the Landfester Department at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research since January 2024, following her postdoctoral work at the University of Heidelberg's Institute for Molecular Systems Engineering and Advanced Materials. Her academic foundation includes: BSc in Chemistry from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2014) Postgraduate specialization in Biomedical Sciences at the University of Patras PhD at INM-Leibniz Institute for New Materials under Prof. Del Campo Becares and Dr. Paez Her research integrates materials science, nanotechnology, and biology to pioneer biomaterials and biofabrication techniques for tissue engineering. She develops polymeric scaffolds with tunable properties to elicit precise cellular responses, focusing on hierarchical structures that mimic natural tissue environments through advanced fabrication methods. Her publication record (2020-2025) reveals consistent innovation in dynamic hydrogels, scaffold engineering, and cell-material interactions. Key themes include photodegradable systems for controlled cell release, reversible viscoelasticity tuning, melt electrowriting for ocular tissue models, and polymer-induced cellular mass fluctuations—collectively advancing biomaterial precision for regenerative applications. Scientific recognition includes: Marie Skłodowska-Curie ITN fellowship Dr. Villiou leads her research group in developing 3D printable biomaterial platforms that create bio-instructive microenvironments for tissue engineering models, bridging fundamental materials science with biological functionality.