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📣 Newsflash: Samantha Zambuto Presents at Gordon Research Seminar

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📣 Newsflash: Samantha Zambuto Presents at Gordon Research Seminar

August 5, 2024 St. Louis, MO - Samantha Zambuto recently attended the Gordon Research Conference (GRC) on Signal Transduction by Engineered Extracellular Matrices, where she presented her research on "Biomimetic Matrices for Modeling Uteroplacental Interfacing." The seminar, which took place in a dynamic forum for young doctoral and post-doctoral researchers, focused on exploring engineered microenvironments to study tissue heterogeneity and address underserved diseases and populations in biomedical research. Samantha's poster highlighted innovative approaches for designing tissue-engineered constructs to reduce complications in pregnancy. This GRC meeting provided a platform for early-career scientists to engage in scientific discussions, develop collaborative relationships, and e...

🔬📚 Newsflash: New Research Paper Explores Impact of Gelatin Bloom Strength on GelMA Hydrogel Properties

Date: March 29, 2024 St. Louis, MO - A recent research paper titled “Evaluation of gelatin bloom strength on gelatin methacryloyl hydrogel properties” was published by our group in the Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials. Authored by Dr. Samantha G. Zambuto, Samyuktha S. Kolluru, Eya Ferchichi, Hannah F. Rudewick, Daniella M. Fodera, Dr. Kristin M. Myers, Dr. Silviya P. Zustiak, and Dr. Michelle L. Oyen, the study investigates the impact of gelatin bloom strength on hydrogel mechanical properties. Results reveal that both bloom strength and GelMA weight percent influence stiffness and viscoelastic ratio, while bloom strength specifically affects diffusivity, permeability, and pore size. The research, showcasing a library of GelMA hydrogels with varying proper...

📣 Newsflash: Dr. Samantha Zambuto to Deliver Seminal Seminar on Engineering Biomimetic Materials for Female Reproductive and Gynecologic Health

Samantha Zambuto, PhD: Postdoctoral Scholar Date: January 26, 2024 at 2pmLocation: University of California San Diego at the FUNG Auditorium - PFBH In a pioneering endeavor, Dr. Samantha Zambuto, PhD is set to deliver a transformative seminar, "Engineering Biomimetic Materials for Female Reproductive and Gynecologic Health," on January 26, 2024 at 2pm, in the FUNG Auditorium - PFBH located at University of California San Diego. Focused on the historically understudied realms of female reproductive and gynecologic health, Dr. Zambuto will delve into the unique biomechanical environment of the female reproductive tract by utilizing gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) hydrogels to mimic and, instruct, and define the cellular microenvironment. Through the synergistic techniques of tissue engin...