Cardiovascular tissue engineering of scaffolds for the treatment of vascular diseases

Project Description:

Applications are invited for postgraduate research leading to a PhD degree in Biomedical Engineering, focusing on Tissue Engineering.

Tissue engineering shows great potential in treating and understanding numerous degenerative ailments, including osteoarthritis and cardiovascular disease, by designing biological scaffolds using both synthetic biodegradable polyesters and naturally occurring extracellular matrix materials.

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality worldwide, necessitating new research strategies for treatment. This research aims to develop and enhance polymer-based tissue-engineered therapies.

The project will be conducted at the Institute for BioEngineering (IBioE). The student will gain skills in biomaterial design, fabrication, characterization, and cell culture, using techniques such as scanning electron microscopy, nano-indentation, mechanical property testing, ELISA, and real-time RT-PCR. These skills are essential for pursuing a career in the biomedical industry and important for an academic career in Tissue Engineering/Biomedical Engineering.

 

Further Information:

Dr. Callanan - Google Scholar Profile

Dr. Callanan - Edinburgh University Profile

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Eligibility

Minimum entry qualification - 

To undertake this research, we are seeking a motivated candidate with an honors degree at 2:1 or above in any of these areas, chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science, physics, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, synthetic chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology or a related discipline.

Further information on English language requirements for EU/Overseas applicants.

Funding

Applications are welcomed from self-funded students, or students who are applying for scholarships from the University of Edinburgh or elsewhere

Competition funding opportunities available – please enquire

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