Courtney Dumont

Courtney Dumont is an Associate Professor in the Biomedical Engineering department at the College of Engineering, University of Miami. Her research focuses on neural stem cells and tissue-engineered microenvironments to repair nervous system injuries.

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Dr. Dumont’s recent publications highlight a multidisciplinary approach combining nanotechnology, biomaterials, and gene therapy to address neurological injuries. Her work spans spinal cord repair, anti-inflammatory strategies, and innovative treatments for SARS-CoV-2.

Key trends in her research include precision nanoparticle delivery systems, engineered scaffolds for cell transplantation, and modulating oxidative stress and inflammation to enhance regeneration. These studies emphasize the integration of biomaterial design with cell and gene therapies for clinical translation.

Her lab, the NeuSTEM Research Group, develops multichannel bridges and hydrogel substrates to improve axon regeneration, myelination, and neuronal integration in rodent models.