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Mei Wei, Ph.D.
Professor
Research Interests:
Biomaterials for tissue repair and drug delivery, tissue engineering scaffolds, biomimetic coatings, organic and inorganic composites, magnetic nanoparticles for contrast agent and cancer treatment, biomaterial-cell interactions, and in vivo tests of biomaterials
Email: m.wei@ims.uconn.edu
Address:
IMS-142
97 N. Eagleville Road, Unit 3137
Storrs CT 06269
Office Phone: (860) 486-9253
Education:
Ph.D., University of New South Wales
Research Summary:The Wei laboratory emphasizes the integration of current engineering science with emerging fields of engineering applications and processes. Our research focuses on the development of novel biomaterials for tissue repair and regeneration. Due to the nature of our research, students work on multidisciplinary, team-based research projects, which involve scientists from disciplines including Materials Science, Polymer Science, Biology, Animal Science, Computer Science as well as Industry Partners. More information about current projects can be found at: http://weilaboratory.engr.uconn.edu/ Selected Publications:
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