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Dr. Md Sarker is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). He holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan and has extensive research experience in Process Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Tissue Engineering. His work focuses on advanced biomanufacturing techniques, including 3D bioprinting of scaffolds for tissue regeneration, nanotechnology integration, and stem cell culture applications. He has held research positions at Columbia University, the University of Central Florida, and others.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, University of Saskatchewan, Canada
- M.A.Sc. in Process Systems Engineering, University of Regina, Canada
- B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology
Research Interests:
Dr. Sarker’s research centers on 3D bioprinting, tissue engineering, and nanomedicine. He develops hydrogel-based scaffolds for nerve and bone regeneration, employs exosome engineering for therapeutic applications, and investigates microfluidics for organ-on-a-chip models. His work combines advanced biomanufacturing with molecular biology techniques like single-cell RNA sequencing to understand cell communication during tissue repair.
Awards & Honors:
- Post-Doc Research Mentor of the Year (2023), Columbia University
- Pre-Eminent Postdoctoral Program Award (2020), University of Central Florida
- Russell William Haid Memorial Awards (2019), University of Saskatchewan
Lab & Collaborations:
His lab at UMES focuses on translational biomedical engineering, integrating bioprinting, nanotechnology, and in vivo models (e.g., rodent and porcine studies). He collaborates with institutions globally on projects involving biomaterials, stem cell therapies, and drug delivery systems.
