Description
Nanocomposite biomaterials are an emerging area of research as we seek to optimise the properties of biomaterials to enhance their suitability for tissue engineering purposes. We have a range of materials that spontaneously assemble into injectable hydrogels. Each of these has their own unique properties. We are seeking a PhD student to create a biomaterial that possesses a range of properties including biocompatibility, stem cell retention, sustained drug release and extremely adhesive to surrounding tissues in order to create a new therapy for heart failure. The PhD candidate must have working knowledge of peptide chemistry (organic chemistry is an advantage), analytical chemistry, cell culture skills, attention to detail and a team oriented working philosophy.
Essential criteria:
Minimum entry requirements can be found here: https://www.monash.edu/admissions/entry-requirements/minimum
Keywords
biomaterials, peptide, self-assembly, drug delivery, stem cell, heart failure
School
Biomedicine Discovery Institute (School of Biomedical Sciences) » Pharmacology
Available options
PhD/Doctorate
Time commitment
Full-time
Top-up scholarship funding available
No
Physical location
Biomedicine Discovery Institute
Co-supervisors
Prof
Robert Widdop