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Emma Ward is a Research Fellow at the School of Applied Sciences, University of Brighton, with active roles in the Centre for Lifelong Health and the Centre for Regenerative Medicine and Devices. Her research integrates biomaterials, biological modeling, and optoelectronic nanomaterials for ophthalmic applications.
Education:
- PhD in A new class of Two-Dimensional Optoelectronic Materials in Accommodating Intraocular Lens Design, University of Brighton (2017–2022)
- Master in Forensic Science, University of Staffordshire (2011–2015)
Her research focuses on understanding cellular pathways in the anterior eye using electrophysiology, flow cytometry, and biological modeling. She explores novel biomaterials such as MXenes for targeted therapeutics and ocular drug delivery. Her work aims to improve medical devices for treating oxidative stress and inflammation.
The recent research outputs highlight a strong trend in applying 2D nanomaterials like Ti3C2Tx MXene in healthcare, particularly in wound healing, smart sensors, and intraocular lens design. Keywords across publications include biomaterials, inflammation, controlled release, and health technology, indicating a focus on translational biomedical engineering.
Scientific Awards:
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Emma Ward supervises MRes students, including Faye Abdullah, whose project investigates ophthalmic devices for sustained delivery of radical scavengers. She is a Co-Investigator on an industry-funded project with CooperVision focused on bioengineering controlled release from contact lens hydrogels, indicating active grant involvement and industry collaboration.
She is affiliated with interdisciplinary research centers, contributing to teams working on regenerative medicine, lifelong health, and advanced biomaterials. Her network includes collaborators in nanomaterials, wound healing, and ophthalmic device innovation.
