Steven Schmidt

Steven Schmidt, Ph.D., serves as Professor of Graduate Studies and Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). He retired from administrative roles as Dean of the College of Graduate Studies and Vice President for Research in June 2022 but maintains active academic appointments. Previously, he chaired the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and held leadership positions at Summa Health System for 32 years.

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Biology/Physiology from Idaho State University
• M.A. in Zoology from DePauw University
• B.A. in Premedical Sciences from DePauw University

Dr. Schmidt's research centers on cardiovascular biology and tissue engineering, specifically pioneering endothelial cell seeding techniques to develop natural cellular linings for artificial blood vessels. His work has advanced small-diameter vascular graft technology, focusing on biocompatibility and healing mechanisms for prosthetic vascular materials. This research bridges biomedical engineering and clinical vascular surgery.

His publication history (1985-1999) demonstrates consistent innovation in vascular prosthetics, evolving from foundational animal studies to clinical applications. Key themes include endothelial cell biology, biomaterial surface modification, and translational approaches for improving graft integration. The work established critical methodologies in regenerative cardiovascular medicine.

Scientific recognition includes:

• American Heart Association Distinguished Researcher Award (2002)

With over 80 peer-reviewed publications and five patents, Dr. Schmidt maintains an active research profile. His administrative experience as Vice President for Research indicates extensive grant oversight, though specific awards aren't detailed. He currently teaches Leadership and Teaming in NEOMED's Master of Leadership in Health Systems Science program, mentoring future healthcare leaders. While student advising details are unlisted, his departmental chair role implies significant educational leadership.