Giuseppe Maria de Peppo

Giuseppe Maria de Peppo is an Industry Associate Professor at New York University Tandon School of Engineering's Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering. He holds a PhD in Biomaterials from the University of Gothenburg (Sweden), where he explored bone tissue engineering using human pluripotent stem cells. His research focuses on biomaterials, medical devices, stem cells, tissue engineering, nanotechnology, and biosensing, with translational applications highlighted in media such as the Wall Street Journal and Nature.

Education: PhD in Biomaterials from University of Gothenburg (Sweden); prior roles include Principal Investigator at the NYSTEM Research Institute and Director of Internal Research at Mirimus, a biotech startup.

Research Interests: His work bridges biomaterial design, stem cell engineering, and nanotechnology. Key projects include developing biosensors for pathogen detection, creating bone-mimetic materials for implants, and advancing xeno-free stem cell cultivation techniques for clinical use. His lab (NanobioX) emphasizes translational research with potential for clinical and industrial applications.

Articles: Recent work spans biosensing platforms (e.g., multiplexed pathogen detection chips), biomimetic bone matrices, and nanoscale lithography techniques. These studies address challenges in diagnostics, regenerative medicine, and implant functionality.

Awards: Received the Best Prize at the Institute of Clinical Science (2011) for his multidisciplinary doctoral research. His achievements are further recognized through media coverage and industry collaborations.

Teaching: Instructs courses in Biotechnology, Biomaterials, Immunology, and Biochemical Engineering. His educational focus aligns with NYU Tandon's emphasis on interdisciplinary innovation.