The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering proudly presents this webinar series in partnership with the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI).
Hosted and Moderated by: Dr. Gualberto Ruaño, Assistant Director for Special Projects, The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering
About the Webinar Series: Join us for a thought-provoking webinar series that delves beyond the scientific realm to explore the personal dimensions of research training in regenerative engineering. Led by Dr. Gualberto Ruaño, this series will address crucial questions such as the ideal environment for training young scientists, common barriers encountered, and the integration of young scholars into the organizational fabric.
What to Expect: Through engaging discussions and insights from leading experts, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of contemporary science in regeneration and the dynamics involved in transferring this knowledge to the next generation in the enterprise.
Presenters for this webinar series are selected from the esteemed Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering’s signature T32 Doctoral and Young Innovative Investigator Programs, as well as UConn’s graduate training initiatives.
Webinar Schedule:
April 2, 12:00 PM EST: INJECTABLE PIEZOELECTRIC GELS FOR CARTILAGE REGENERATION
Trainee: Tra Vinikoor
Mentor: Thanh D. Nguyen, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Institute of Materials Science, University of Connecticut
April 9, 12:00 PM EST: IN SITU-PRINTED MICRONEEDLE DEPOTS FOR SOFT TISSUE REGENERATION: REVOLUTIONIZING DRUG DELIVERY
Trainee: Steven Toro
Mentor: Ali Tamayol, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Connecticut
April 16,m 12:00 PM EST: THE EFFECT OF TIMING OF DRUG DELIVERY ON SENESCENCE AND REGENERATION IN BONE
Trainee: Travis Wallace
Mentor: Liisa Kuhn, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, School of Dental Medicine, University of Connecticut
April 23, 12:00 PM EST: PERIARTICULAR AND INTRAARTICULAR APPROACHES TO MANAGE OSTEOARTHRITIC PAIN IN A PRE-CLINICAL MODEL
Trainee: Reinier Gonzalez Heredia
Mentor: Lakshmi S. Nair, M.Phil., Ph.D., Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UConn, Musculoskeletal Institute, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Deputy Director, The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering, University of Connecticut
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to gain invaluable insights into the future of regenerative engineering. Join us for this enriching webinar series and be part of the conversation shaping the next generation of scientific innovators.
The Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) is a member-based, nonprofit organization whose mission is to advance the bioeconomy of the United States.
BioFabUSA, a program of ARMI, is a public-private partnership with more than 170 members, including companies, academic institutions and not-for profit organizations.
ARMI BioIndustries is the full-service development and manufacturing operation within the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute.
NextFab is the first foundry for American biotechnology. The mission of NextFab is to produce technological solutions that help the United States protect against and respond to health-security threats, enhance daily medical care and add to the U.S. bioeconomy.
BioFabUSA, a program of ARMI, is a public-private partnership with more than 170 members, including companies, academic institutions and not-for profit organizations.
