Ahasan Habib

Dr. Ahasan Habib serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology within RIT's College of Engineering Technology, where he leads cutting-edge research at the intersection of mechanical engineering, materials science, and computational methods. His work focuses on overcoming critical barriers in 3D bioprinting through innovative approaches to bioink formulation, process control, and hardware design.

His research program centers on three synergistic pillars:

• Advanced Material Systems: Development of nanofiber-reinforced hybrid hydrogels (alginate-gelatin composites) with tunable rheological properties for enhanced scaffold fidelity
• Computational Optimization: Machine learning frameworks (Bayesian optimization, decision trees) for predicting bioink behavior and automating print parameter selection
• Hardware Innovation: Custom bioprinter components including nozzle systems, thermal controls, and in-house-developed smart sensors for real-time process monitoring

Analysis of his 2024 publications reveals a strategic progression from fundamental material characterization to clinical applications, with recent work on finger prosthetics demonstrating translational impact. His publications in Biofabrication and Frontiers in Materials indicate growing recognition in the field, while conference presentations at ASME MSEC and IISE highlight strong industry connections.

Dr. Habib's research demonstrates significant grant potential through its interdisciplinary nature and alignment with NSF's advanced manufacturing priorities and NIH's tissue engineering initiatives. The lab provides students with rare cross-training in computational modeling, material science, and mechanical design within a rapidly evolving biomedical manufacturing landscape.