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Manuel Salinas, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering at Nova Southeastern University's College of Computing and Engineering. He teaches core and biomedical engineering courses while mentoring students in honors theses and independent research.
- Postdoctorate, Harvard Medical School (2015)
- Ph.D. and B.S., Florida International University
His research focuses on biomechanics and thermal/fluid systems, particularly how hemodynamic forces influence vascular inflammation, tissue engineering, and disease mechanisms. He develops bioreactor models for atherosclerosis and vasculitis studies, exploring oscillatory shear stress effects on stem cell differentiation and valvulogenesis.
Recent work includes computational and experimental studies on vascular erosion, aortic valve tissue engineering, and mechanical stress in periodontitis-related osteoclast differentiation. Key collaborators include researchers from Harvard Medical School and Florida International University.
Scientific Awards:
- Outstanding PhD Graduate Award (CEC, 2015)
- FIU Academy of Leaders Induction (2014)
- NIH Fellowship (2010)
- Alpha Eta Mu Beta Induction (2009)
Salinas serves as a research mentor and NSU CEC representative for ASEE. He has led 28 courses in biomedical engineering, biomechanics, and physiological systems modeling. Current projects include Oticon-funded reverse engineering education initiatives.
