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Shayn Peirce-Cottler is a Professor and Chair of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Virginia. Her research integrates computational modeling, experimental biology, and machine learning to study microvascular regeneration and tissue engineering. She focuses on engineering capillaries to improve therapies for conditions like fibrosis and diabetes-related vascular dysfunction. Dr. Peirce-Cottler teaches courses in systems bioengineering and cell physiology, and has published over 125 peer-reviewed works. She directs the Peirce-Cottler Lab and the UVA Center for Advanced Biomanufacturing, emphasizing translational research and technology development.
Education:
- B.S., Johns Hopkins University (1997)
- Ph.D., University of Virginia (2002)
- Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of Virginia (2004)
Research Interests: Her work spans systems bioengineering, regenerative medicine, and advanced biomanufacturing. Key projects include computational modeling of microvascular networks, 3D bioprinting for tissue repair, and developing biomaterials for wound healing. Recent studies investigate pericyte dynamics in Alzheimer’s/diabetes comorbidity and fibrotic disease mechanisms.
Awards & Recognition:
- Harrison Distinguished Teaching Professor (2021)
- UVA Robert H. Kader Teaching Award (2020)
- Fellow of AIMBE (2016) and BMES (2020)
Grants & Projects: Active funding includes NIH R21EB035402 (biomanufacturing of tissue assembloids) and R01HL155143 (lung fibrosis modeling). She co-leads the NIH T32HL007284 cardiovascular training grant.
Labs & Initiatives: Directs the Peirce-Cottler Lab and co-leads the UVA Center for Advanced Biomanufacturing. Engages in K-12 STEM outreach programs to promote diversity in science education.
