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06.27.08
Clemson Bioengineering receives ASME Student Poster Award
Bioengineering student Leslie Sierad and Dr. Dan Simionescu’s poster entitled “In Vitro Testing of Living Aortic Heart Valves Using a Pulsatile Bioreactor” submitted to
“Frontiers in Biomedical Devices Conference and Exhibition” organized by the prestigious American Society of Mechanical Engineers in June 18-21, 2008, in Irvine, CA, was selected for a rapid-fire Poster showcase and awarded Third place in the Student Poster competition. The poster describes design, development and testing of the “Clemson Heart Valve Bioreactor”.
Bioengineering student Leslie Sierad and Dr. Dan Simionescu’s poster entitled “In Vitro Testing of Living Aortic Heart Valves Using a Pulsatile Bioreactor” submitted to
“Frontiers in Biomedical Devices Conference and Exhibition” organized by the prestigious American Society of Mechanical Engineers in June 18-21, 2008, in Irvine, CA, was selected for a rapid-fire Poster showcase and awarded Third place in the Student Poster competition. The poster describes design, development and testing of the “Clemson Heart Valve Bioreactor”.
06.23.08
Clemson Bioengineers Inducted as Fellows in Prestigious Societies
Clemson University bioengineer Martine LaBerge has been inducted as a Fellow of Biomaterials Science and Engineering at the World Biomaterials Congress in Amsterdam.The international honor is reserved for accomplished members and role models in the field of biomaterials science and engineering.Also in the department of bioengineering, Shalaby W. Shalaby, adjunct professor, was elected a Fellow of the American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering. He was recognized for his pioneering role and innovation in the field of polymeric medical devices.
Clemson University bioengineer Martine LaBerge has been inducted as a Fellow of Biomaterials Science and Engineering at the World Biomaterials Congress in Amsterdam.The international honor is reserved for accomplished members and role models in the field of biomaterials science and engineering.Also in the department of bioengineering, Shalaby W. Shalaby, adjunct professor, was elected a Fellow of the American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering. He was recognized for his pioneering role and innovation in the field of polymeric medical devices.
06.13.08
View Video-Podcast of the "Clemson Heart Bioreactor"
This bioreactor was designed and built by Leslie Sierad, MS Student, and Dr. Dan Simionescu, with help from the Clemson Machine Shop and members of the BTRLab (Biocompatibility and Tissue Regeneration Laboratory). The Clemson Heart Valve Bioreactor is housed in a cell culture incubator and circulates cell culture medium (red colored) in a pulsatile manner to make the valve open and close. The valve you are viewing via a webcam is a freshly collected, living porcine aortic heart valve viewed from the top, i.e from within the aorta. On the outside of the aorta you can see the coronary arteries (one at 12 o'clock, the second at 4 o'clock). Three triangular leaflets open and close the valve at about the same rate as the heart at rest.
When Live video broadcasting is not available, please watch "Recently Recorded Shows" within same website.
This bioreactor was designed and built by Leslie Sierad, MS Student, and Dr. Dan Simionescu, with help from the Clemson Machine Shop and members of the BTRLab (Biocompatibility and Tissue Regeneration Laboratory). The Clemson Heart Valve Bioreactor is housed in a cell culture incubator and circulates cell culture medium (red colored) in a pulsatile manner to make the valve open and close. The valve you are viewing via a webcam is a freshly collected, living porcine aortic heart valve viewed from the top, i.e from within the aorta. On the outside of the aorta you can see the coronary arteries (one at 12 o'clock, the second at 4 o'clock). Three triangular leaflets open and close the valve at about the same rate as the heart at rest.
When Live video broadcasting is not available, please watch "Recently Recorded Shows" within same website.
06.02.08
Clemson Bioengineer Receives NSF CAREER Award for Stem Cell-Viability Research
Stem cell-viability research has gotten a boost with a $400,000 National Science Foundation CAREER Award to Clemson University bioengineering professor Xuejun Wen.
Read the entire news release at:
http://www.clemson.edu/newsroom/articles/2008/june/wencareeraward.php5
Stem cell-viability research has gotten a boost with a $400,000 National Science Foundation CAREER Award to Clemson University bioengineering professor Xuejun Wen.
Read the entire news release at:
http://www.clemson.edu/newsroom/articles/2008/june/wencareeraward.php5
05.20.08
Clemson BioE is hosting a 6 part workshop series designed to expose bioengineering principles and enhance the research capabilities and activities at academic institutions throughout the state.
04.28.08
Clemson Universitys Department of Bioengineering is seeking applications for the Hansjörg Wyss Endowed Chair. This prestigious position is supported by a $4M endowment established by The Hansjörg Wyss Medical Foundation and the State of South Carolina, and is an integral part of the South Carolina Regenerative Medicine Research Center of Economic Excellence. The Wyss Chair will be expected to play a key role in the development of state-wide programs in bioengineering research and education and in the development of the Clemson University - Medical University of South Carolina Bioengineering Program.
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04.28.08
Former Student Receives NSF Fellowship
Clemon Bioengineering Alumni Sagar R. Shah was recently awarded an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship to pursue a PhD in Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Shah commented "this accomplishment certainly highlights the strong academic foundation I received and diverse research experiences I gained with the support and guidance from many mentors at Clemson University."
Clemon Bioengineering Alumni Sagar R. Shah was recently awarded an NSF Graduate Research Fellowship to pursue a PhD in Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Shah commented "this accomplishment certainly highlights the strong academic foundation I received and diverse research experiences I gained with the support and guidance from many mentors at Clemson University."
04.28.08
Dr. Thomas Boland featured on Carolina Business Review
Dr. Thomas Boland, Associate Professor of Bioengineering, was featured on the April 11, 2008 telecast of Carolina Business Review, a weekly television program exploring business in North and South Carolina. Dr. Boland, a recognized pioneer in the field of cell printing, discussed the importance of public-private partnerships in the field of Bioengineering and the promising growth of the biotech industry in the Clemson area. Fellow guests included Dr. Anthony Atala of the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine and Charles Calkins of Stockton & Kilpatrick, LLP.
Dr. Thomas Boland, Associate Professor of Bioengineering, was featured on the April 11, 2008 telecast of Carolina Business Review, a weekly television program exploring business in North and South Carolina. Dr. Boland, a recognized pioneer in the field of cell printing, discussed the importance of public-private partnerships in the field of Bioengineering and the promising growth of the biotech industry in the Clemson area. Fellow guests included Dr. Anthony Atala of the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine and Charles Calkins of Stockton & Kilpatrick, LLP.
04.10.08
Dr. Guiseppi-Elie, Professor of Bioengineering and Director of the Center for Bioelectronics, Biosensors and Biochips, and his work on implantable biochips have been recognized by South Carolina Business, the principal magazine of the membership of South Carolina’s Chamber of Commerce. Founder, president, and scientific director of ABTECH Scientific, Inc., (Richmond, Virginia), Dr. Guiseppi-Elie is featured in the centerfold section of the January 2008 issue.
04.10.08
2nd Annual Bioengineering Awards Banquet
2007-2008 Departmental award winners included:
Bethany Acampora (Austin T. Moore Award)
Jaishankar Kutty (Page Morton Hunter Award)
Courtney Taylor (SW Shalaby Outstanding Sophomore Student Award)
Ryan Stowers (Inaugural Larry S. Bowman Oustanding Junior Student Award)
Suzanne Sawicki (College of Engineering and Science, Robert W. Moorman Award)
2007-2008 Departmental award winners included:
Bethany Acampora (Austin T. Moore Award)
Jaishankar Kutty (Page Morton Hunter Award)
Courtney Taylor (SW Shalaby Outstanding Sophomore Student Award)
Ryan Stowers (Inaugural Larry S. Bowman Oustanding Junior Student Award)
Suzanne Sawicki (College of Engineering and Science, Robert W. Moorman Award)
03.30.08
Host: Clemson University Institute for Engaged Aging
Co-hosts: University of South Carolina and the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)
This conference will provide a platform for disseminating best practices in increasing physical activity levels of older adults and assessing functionality and fall risk factors in order to enhance movement and mobility. [click here to download flyer ...]
03.22.08
Dr. Shalaby Inducted as Fellow of the American Institute for Medical & Biological Engineering
Dr. Shalaby Shalaby, Adjunct Professor of Bioengineering and President of Poly-Med, Inc., was recently named to the College of Fellows of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering. The College of Fellows consists of about 1,000 individuals who are the outstanding bioengineers in academia, industry and government. These leaders in the field have distinguished themselves through their contributions in research, industrial practice, and/or education. The College of Fellows leads the way in technological advancement, advocating for public policies facilitating progress in medical and biological research and development to benefit the public. Since 1991, AIMBE Fellows have helped to revolutionize medicine, engineering and related fields that enhance and extend the lives of people all over the world. Dr. Shalaby was recognized for his pioneering role and innovation in the field of polymeric medical devices.
Dr. Shalaby Shalaby, Adjunct Professor of Bioengineering and President of Poly-Med, Inc., was recently named to the College of Fellows of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering. The College of Fellows consists of about 1,000 individuals who are the outstanding bioengineers in academia, industry and government. These leaders in the field have distinguished themselves through their contributions in research, industrial practice, and/or education. The College of Fellows leads the way in technological advancement, advocating for public policies facilitating progress in medical and biological research and development to benefit the public. Since 1991, AIMBE Fellows have helped to revolutionize medicine, engineering and related fields that enhance and extend the lives of people all over the world. Dr. Shalaby was recognized for his pioneering role and innovation in the field of polymeric medical devices.
03.22.08
Dr. Burg Invited to Participate in the National Academy of Engineering Indo-American Frontiers of Engineering Symposium
Dr. Karen Burg, Hunter Endowed Chair of Bioengineering and Director of the Institute for Biological Interfaces of Engineering, was invited to overview Clemson University regenerative medicine research at the 2008 Indo-American Frontiers of Engineering Symposium in Irvine, California. Sponsored by the National Academy of Engineering, the Indo-American FOE brings together Indian and American engineers from industry, universities, and other research institutions to introduce their areas of engineering research and technical work, thereby facilitating an interdisciplinary transfer of knowledge and methodology that could eventually lead to collaborative networks of engineers from the two countries. The total number of participants, including organizers, speakers, and other participants, numbers approximately 60, with 30 engineers from each country. Participation is by invitation only.
Dr. Karen Burg, Hunter Endowed Chair of Bioengineering and Director of the Institute for Biological Interfaces of Engineering, was invited to overview Clemson University regenerative medicine research at the 2008 Indo-American Frontiers of Engineering Symposium in Irvine, California. Sponsored by the National Academy of Engineering, the Indo-American FOE brings together Indian and American engineers from industry, universities, and other research institutions to introduce their areas of engineering research and technical work, thereby facilitating an interdisciplinary transfer of knowledge and methodology that could eventually lead to collaborative networks of engineers from the two countries. The total number of participants, including organizers, speakers, and other participants, numbers approximately 60, with 30 engineers from each country. Participation is by invitation only.
03.22.08
Dr. Burg Elected to North American Council of the Tissue Engineering International & Regenerative Medicine Society (TERMIS)
Dr. Karen Burg, Hunter Endowed Chair of Bioengineering and Director of the Institute for Biological Interfaces of Engineering, was elected to the North American Council of TERMIS. The Society brings together the international community of persons engaged or interested in the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine and promotes education and research within the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine through regular meetings, publications and other forms of communication. The Society also serves as an international forum to promote the informed discussion of challenges and therapeutic benefits of the application of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine technologies. Dr. Burg will serve on the council for a three-year term.
Dr. Karen Burg, Hunter Endowed Chair of Bioengineering and Director of the Institute for Biological Interfaces of Engineering, was elected to the North American Council of TERMIS. The Society brings together the international community of persons engaged or interested in the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine and promotes education and research within the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine through regular meetings, publications and other forms of communication. The Society also serves as an international forum to promote the informed discussion of challenges and therapeutic benefits of the application of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine technologies. Dr. Burg will serve on the council for a three-year term.
03.17.08
Click here to find out more about this exciting expansion to the Rhodes Research Center, home of Clemson Bioengineering. Click here for live webcam
02.20.08
Clemson Bioengineering is proud to host the Society For Biomaterials History Summit
Hosted by Samuel F. Hulbert, President-Emeritus of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Founder and Past-President of the SFB, the outcome of the summit will be the publication of a monograph on the history of the Society and will capture the rich historical background to be shared and built upon. [click here for more details ...]
Hosted by Samuel F. Hulbert, President-Emeritus of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Founder and Past-President of the SFB, the outcome of the summit will be the publication of a monograph on the history of the Society and will capture the rich historical background to be shared and built upon. [click here for more details ...]
Student Publications
Cribb RC, Haddadin FT, Lee JS, Webb K., Baculovirus expression and bioactivity of a soluble 140kDa extracellular cleavage fragment of L1 neural cell adhesion molecule. Protein Expr Purif. 2008 Feb;57(2):172-9.
KB Acampora, EM Langan 3rd, RS Miller, M LaBerge
, Development of a Novel Vascular Simulator and Injury Model to Evaluate
Smooth Muscle Cell Response Following Balloon Angioplasty. Ann Vasc Surg. 2007 Nov;21(6):734-41.
Shane A.J. Lloyd, Neil D. Travis, Teng Lu, and Ted A. Bateman.,Development of a Low Dose Antiresorptive Drug Regimen Reveals Synergistic Suppression of Bone Formation when Coupled with Disuse. J Appl Physiol. in press
Kurane A., Simionescu D.T., Vyavahare N.R. In Vivo Cellular Repopulation of Tubular Elastin Scaffolds Mediated by bFGF, Biomaterials. 2007 Jun, 28(18): 2830-8.
Raghavan D., Simionescu D.T., Vyavahare N.R. Neomycin prevents enzyme-mediated glycosaminoglycan degradation in bioprosthetic heart valves., Biomaterials. 2007 Jun, 28(18): 2861-8.
Simpson C.L., Lindley S., Eisenburg C., Basalyga D.M., Starcher B.C., Simionescu D.T., Vyavahare N.R. Toward cell therapy for calcification: osteoclast-mediated demineralization of calcified elastin, Cardiovascular Pathology 16: 29-37 (2007)
