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Caitlin Maikawa is an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto with a cross-appointment in the Institute of Biomedical Engineering. Her research focuses on developing biointerfacing polymer materials to address challenges in drug delivery and biomedical engineering. She leads a collaborative lab emphasizing innovation through interdisciplinary teamwork and inclusivity, aiming to bridge gaps between current treatments and disease management through advanced biomaterials.
Key research areas include localized drug delivery systems, stimuli-responsive drug release mechanisms, and biomarker sensing technologies. Her work targets applications in diabetes management, cancer immunotherapy, and improving the stability of biopharmaceuticals. The lab prioritizes ethical and equitable practices, including accessible hiring processes for disabled scientists and engineers.
Maikawa’s contributions span polymer biomaterial design, nanoparticle-based hydrogels, and supramolecular formulations. Recent projects include GLP-1 receptor agonist delivery for diabetes and tissue-adhering polymers for cancer therapy. Her research integrates material science with biological systems to enhance therapeutic efficacy and reduce treatment burdens.
Education and training details are not explicitly provided in the available text, but her lab’s mission emphasizes mentorship and career support for students. The lab acknowledges its presence on Indigenous lands and commits to learning from local histories and cultures.
