Vinod Labhasetwar

Vinod Labhasetwar, PhD is a Researcher in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Cleveland Clinic, a leading medical research institution in Cleveland, Ohio. His work focuses on advanced materials science and nanotechnology applications in biomedical contexts, particularly in drug delivery systems and biomaterials. He holds academic appointments associated with the Cleveland Clinic's research divisions and maintains industry ties through consulting and equity in companies like Axoneural Therapeutics and Advanced Nanotherapy.

Education:

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering (Nagpur University, 1988)
• MSc (Nagpur University, 1982)
• BSc (Nagpur University, 1980)

Research Interests: Dr. Labhasetwar’s research emphasizes microencapsulation technologies, polymer chemistry, and nanomedical systems for targeted drug delivery. He explores physicochemical properties of biomaterials and their applications in clinical therapies. His work bridges fundamental material science with translational medical engineering.

Industry Collaborations:

• Consultant/Speaker for Axoneural Therapeutics, Inc.
• Equity holder in Axoneural Therapeutics, Advanced Nanotherapy, and ProTransit Nanotherapy
• Royalty interests from commercialized inventions

Lab/Teams: Active in Cleveland Clinic’s biomedical research groups, contributing to interdisciplinary projects in nanotechnology and regenerative medicine.