About
Introduction
The main goal of my research is to identify novel extracellular matrix molecules to improve the design of the biomaterials that are being currently used for the treatment of skeletal diseases, such as bone defects and osteoarthritis. Specifically, I am focused on the role that certain extracellular matrix proteins and their fragments play in endochondral ossification. I am interested in their ability to promote or inhibit vascularisation, mineralisation and to determine cell fate in the formation of cartilage or bone. Once novel bioactive factors are identified, I expect to further test them in vivo to report whether they could be further tested on clinical trials for the treatment of skeletal diseases.
Field(s) of expertise
Regenerative medicine and tissue engineering; Bone and cartilage biology; Stem cells
Education and career
2010-2014 BSc Biotechnology;
2010-2014 Liberal Studies;
2014-2016 MSc Regenerative Biology and Medicine;
2017-present PhD Biomedical research
Publications
Teaching activities
Supervision of MSc students