Maher Amer

Dr. Maher Amer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of West Florida, part of the Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering. His work integrates engineering with biomedical applications, particularly in advanced drug delivery systems and additive manufacturing.

Dr. Amer earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Washington State University, an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, an M.T.M. in Technology Management from Southeast Missouri State University, and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from The American University in Cairo.

• Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering – Washington State University
• M.S., Mechanical Engineering – University of Alabama at Birmingham
• M.T.M., Technology Management – Southeast Missouri State University
• B.S., Mechanical Engineering – The American University in Cairo

His research focuses on the design and fabrication of medical devices, especially microneedle arrays and microparticles for cutaneous and ocular drug delivery. He leverages 3D printing and additive manufacturing techniques, and explores the integration of machine learning in optimizing medical device performance. His work targets wearable medical devices and hydrogel-based systems for sustained therapeutic release.

The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on ocular drug delivery using hydrogel-forming and photo-responsive microneedles, with innovations in interlocking and self-adhesive features to enhance device efficacy and patient compliance. These studies reflect interdisciplinary research bridging mechanical engineering, biomaterials, and clinical ophthalmology.

Dr. Amer teaches key courses including Machine Design, Engineering Statistics, and Junior Engineering Design. He actively mentors student teams working on the NASA Rover and Microneedles Arrays for Drug Delivery projects, fostering hands-on learning and innovation.

He has no listed scientific awards at this time.

Dr. Amer advises student design teams and contributes to experiential learning through projects like the NASA Rover and microneedle development initiatives. While no formal graduate students or research grants are mentioned, his involvement in applied research and student innovation suggests an active role in research mentoring and project supervision.

He is affiliated with the Mechanical Engineering Department at UWF, where he conducts research in medical device fabrication and participates in student-centered engineering projects. His lab work appears to focus on additive manufacturing of biomedical devices, particularly in the context of drug delivery applications.