Greg Tew

Greg Tew, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in the College of Natural Sciences, based at the Conte Polymer Research Center in Amherst, Massachusetts. With an extensive publication record spanning over two decades, his research bridges polymer science, biomaterials, and immunology applications, positioning him at the forefront of interdisciplinary materials research.

Dr. Tew's research focuses on the design and application of novel polymeric materials with particular emphasis on biomimetic polymers, protein transduction domain mimics, and advanced polymer architectures. His work spans fundamental polymer chemistry to biomedical applications, with significant contributions to bottlebrush polymers, antimicrobial materials, and polymer-based immunomodulation strategies. The research demonstrates a consistent trajectory from basic polymer design to sophisticated applications in drug delivery and immune system regulation.

Analysis of Dr. Tew's recent publications reveals a strong focus on bottlebrush polymer architectures and their mechanical properties, with increasing integration of immunological applications. His work demonstrates sophisticated control over polymer network topologies to achieve precise mechanical properties, while simultaneously developing polymer-based tools for immunological research and potential therapeutic applications. The research shows a clear evolution from fundamental polymer chemistry to increasingly complex biomedical applications.

Dr. Tew's laboratory at the Conte Polymer Research Center collaborates extensively with immunologists, particularly with Lisa Minter's group, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of his work. His research has generated significant interest in the scientific community, with numerous publications receiving high citation counts, particularly in the areas of antimicrobial polymers and protein transduction domain mimics.