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Dr. Iain Dunlop is an Associate Professor in Biomaterials and Cell Engineering at the Department of Materials, Faculty of Engineering, Imperial College London. His research focuses on the integration of soft matter science with biology to control cellular processes using biomimetic materials. He holds affiliations with multiple institutes, including the Cancer Technology Network, Grantham Institute, and the Institute of Chemical Biology.
Education:
- D.Phil. in Chemistry, University of Oxford (2005)
- Bachelor's in Natural Sciences (specializing in Physics), University of Cambridge
Research Interests: Explores the role of physical variables in cellular responses, employing advanced biomaterials such as nanoparticles and polymer gels. Utilizes techniques like X-ray/neutron scattering and optical/mechanical measurements. Applications span fundamental cell biology to clinical projects. Key areas include biomaterial design for immunoengineering, tissue engineering, and diagnostic tools.
Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes nanoparticle-based imaging (e.g., soil systems, exosome detection), immunoengineering of T/NK cells, and mechanical studies of biological tissues. Nanomaterials are central to his research, often combined with biomedical applications like targeted drug delivery and biosensors.
Lab & Teams: Leads a multidisciplinary lab welcoming scientists/engineers with a passion for bridging physical sciences and biology. Supervises PhD and postdoctoral researchers in collaborative projects.
