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Brian Amsden is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Queen's University, Canada. He holds the Donald and Joan McGeachy Chair in Biomedical Engineering and directs the Advanced Biomaterials Lab (ABiL). His research focuses on developing biodegradable polymers for biomedical applications, including drug delivery systems, soft tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. Amsden's work involves collaborations with surgeons, mechanical engineers, and cell biologists to address challenges in orthopedics, cardiovascular systems, and ocular therapies.
**Education**:
- Ph.D. (1996), Chemical Engineering, Queen's University
- M.A.Sc. (1991), University of Toronto
- B.A.Sc. (1988), University of Waterloo
**Research Interests**:
His laboratory investigates polymer degradation mechanisms, drug release dynamics, and cell-material interactions. Key areas include:
- Biodegradable elastomers and hydrogels for tissue regeneration
- Protein and peptide delivery systems (e.g., VEGF for therapeutic angiogenesis)
- Biomimetic scaffolds for ligaments and tendons
- Phototriggerable polymers for controlled drug activation
**Awards & Affiliations**:
Amsden is a Fellow of the Biomedical Engineering Society (FBSE) and leads initiatives like the CONNECT! NSERC CREATE Program in Soft Connective Tissue Engineering. His labs are affiliated with Queen's Centre for Health Innovation and the McGeachy Chair in Biomedical Engineering.
**Grants & Supervision**:
He has supervised over 50 graduate students and postdocs, with notable alumni such as Dr. Ronghui Qi (2023), Dr. Hossein Riahinezhad (2023), and Dr. Isaac Thevathasan. Current research includes projects funded by NSERC and industry partnerships.
**Lab & Facilities**:
His Advanced Biomaterials Lab integrates polymer synthesis, 3D printing (e.g., melt electrowriting), and in vivo testing to develop next-generation biomaterials for clinical translation.
