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Gary Leisk is a Teaching Professor in the Mechanical Engineering department at Tufts University School of Engineering. With a career entirely rooted at Tufts since 1989, he bridges materials science, robotics, and biomedical innovation in his research.
- Education: Ph.D. (1998), M.S. (1992), B.S. (1989) all from Tufts University.
- Research Focus: Combines machine design and nondestructive testing with silk-based biomaterials development for soft robotics and tissue engineering.
His work on materials processing emphasizes silk electrogels, composite fabrication, and soft-bodied robotics using nature-inspired actuation strategies. Key projects include biodegradable fracture fixation devices, injectable silk foams, and dynamic silk coatings for implants. Leisk's interdisciplinary collaborations have resulted in 15+ patents and grant funding from institutions like the U.S. Department of Energy and NIH.
Honors:
- Henry and Madeline Fischer Award for Teaching
- University Design Competition for Addressing Airport Needs
- Multiple ASME Student Chapter Awards of Excellence
As an educator, he teaches Inventive Design, Assistive Design, and Materials & Manufacturing courses, while leading laboratory infrastructure development at Tufts.
