Paulette Spencer

Paulette Spencer is the Deane E. Ackers Distinguished Professor at The University of Kansas, specializing in biomaterials and dental materials research. Her work focuses on material-tissue interfacial phenomena, particularly in dental applications such as adhesive/dentin interfaces and biomimetic tissue reconstruction.

Her research interests include engineering hydrolytic-resistant adhesives, peptide-polymer hybrids for targeted tissue repair, and biomimetic mineralization processes. She explores advancements in autonomous-strengthening polymers, antimicrobial peptide integration, and nanocomposite materials for dental restorations.

Key trends in her publications (2021–2025) emphasize interdisciplinary approaches combining polymer chemistry, peptide engineering, and computational modeling to address challenges in dental adhesion, hydrolytic stability, and biofunctional material design. Her work bridges fundamental material science with clinical applications in dentistry and tissue engineering.

Grants & Advising: While no specific grants or advisees are listed, her extensive publication record reflects sustained research collaboration and innovation in biomaterials.