Ulises Aregueta Robles

Dr. Ulises Aregueta Robles is a Lecturer at the Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). He holds a Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering, a Master's in Biotechnology, and a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering. His research focuses on integrating multidisciplinary approaches to develop advanced biomaterials, particularly hydrogel-based systems for neural interfaces and tissue engineering.

Key research areas include:

• Conductive hydrogel coatings for neural prosthetics (e.g., cochlear implants, deep brain stimulators)
• 3D tissue models (e.g., hydrogel cell carriers, organoids) for neural engineering
• Biocompatible materials to enhance electrode performance and reduce fibrosis

His work has explored platinum electrode durability, in vitro models of the inner ear, and electrochemical characterization of neural interfaces. Over 15 peer-reviewed publications since 2014 highlight his contributions to biomaterials, bioelectronics, and neural engineering.

Collaborations include projects on:

• Hybrid cochlear implant design
• Organic conductive coatings for bioelectrodes
• Microfluidic platforms for neuron-glia co-cultures

Current efforts aim to engineer hydrogel-based systems that integrate living cells with neural prosthetics, addressing limitations of current technologies in treating neurological disorders.