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Professor Liam M Grover is a Professor in Biomaterials Science and Head of the School of Chemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham. He directs the Healthcare Technologies Institute (HTI), an interdisciplinary network advancing medical technologies. His research focuses on biomaterials for tissue regeneration, with emphasis on bone and skin applications. Grover holds a BMedSc(Hons) and PhD from the University of Birmingham, followed by postdoctoral work at McGill University. He has secured over £30M in research funding from agencies like EPSRC, MRC, and industry partners.
Education:
- BMedSc(Hons) in Biomedical Materials Science, University of Birmingham (2001)
- PhD in Dentistry, University of Birmingham (2004)
- PGCert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (2011)
Research Interests:
- Development of biomaterials for bone and soft tissue interfaces
- Cell encapsulation in hydrogels and bioprinting
- Calcium phosphate materials chemistry
- Translation of medical technologies to clinical trials
Key Achievements:
- Over 180 publications and 10 patents
- Three technologies advanced to clinical trials
- £30M+ in research grants
- Youngest professor at University of Birmingham (32)
Awards:
- Fellow of the Institute of Materials (30)
- CIHR Skeletal Health Scholar
Teaching: Leads advanced bioscience modules for engineers and coordinates MSc research projects. Collaborates with Keele University and Technical University of Vienna.
Labs/Teams: Directs HTI with over 70 academics across chemical engineering, biomedical science, computer science, and physics.
