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📣 Newsflash: Samantha Zambuto Presents at Gordon Research Seminar

7Aug

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Academic Achievements, events, Healthcare Research, Research and Innovation

📣 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: Adrienne Scott and Samyuktha Kolluru Attend Wellcome In Utero Hackathon

12Jul

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🌍 Newsflash: Adrienne Scott and Samyuktha Kolluru Attend Wellcome In Utero Hackathon

July 12th, 2024 St. Louis, MO - Dr. Adrienne Scott and Samyuktha Kolluru represented Oyen Lab in Washington University in St. Louis at the Wellcome In Utero Hackathon held in the United Kingdom from June 18-21, 2024. The hackathon showcased innovative techniques in the analysis of the placenta and maternal health. At the hackathon, Adrienne and Samyuktha developed multi-physics models of the placenta in collaboration with other In Utero Wellcome Leap teams.

Adrienne Scott and Samyuktha Kolluru Attend SB3C 2024 Conference

12Jul

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Adrienne Scott and Samyuktha Kolluru Attend SB3C 2024 Conference

Samyuktha Kolluru presenting her poster.Dr. Adrienne Scott giving a presentation. July 12, 2024 St. Louis, MO - Oyen Lab in Washington University in St. Louis proudly announces the successful participation of Dr. Michelle Oyen, Dr. Adrienne Scott, and Samyuktha Kolluru in the Summer Biomechanics, Bioengineering, and Biotransport Conference (SB3C 2024). The event was held from June 11–14, 2024, at the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Michelle, Adrienne, and Samyuktha engaged with fellow researchers, participated in discussions, and explored new ideas and technologies that can significantly impact human health. Samyuktha showcased her research poster titled, “Hydrogel Phantom System as Mechanical Placental Tissue Mimics,” and Adrienne was excited to present her work t...

Michelle Oyen chairs ERVA event to Transform Women’s Health Outcomes

12Jul

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Michelle Oyen chairs ERVA event to Transform Women’s Health Outcomes

July 10, 2024 St Louis, MO - Dr. Michelle Oyen and PhD candidate Samyuktha Kolluru recently went to the Engineering Research Visioning Alliance (ERVA) event, "Transforming Women’s Health Outcomes through Engineering" on June 4th, 2024 which lasted Funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), this significant event aimed to revolutionize women's health with engineering. Dr. Oyen, an esteemed bioengineer and the inaugural Director of the Center for Women’s Health Engineering at Washington University, served as the chair of the event. She was joined by her scribe, Samyuktha Kolluru, a dedicated PhD candidate in Material Science and Engineering. The event also saw the collaboration of co-chair Kristin Myers, as they worked together to bring stakeholders from across the country t...

📣 Newsflash: Samantha Zambuto to Present at World Biomaterials Congress in Korea

24May

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Research and Innovation, Science and Technology, Women's Health

📣 Newsflash: Samantha Zambuto to Present at World Biomaterials Congress in Korea

Date: May 24, 2024 St. Louis, MO - We’re excited to announce that Dr. Samantha Zambuto will be presenting a keynote address at World Biomaterials Congress in Korea! She will present her keynote titled “Biomimetic Scaffolds for Vaginal Tissue Engineering” during the “Biomaterials for Maternal-Fetal Interface” session from May 28, 2024, from 16:30 – 18:00 in room 314.

📣 Newsflash: Oyen Lab’s Resounding Success at BMES 2023!

19Oct

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events, Healthcare Research, Women's Health

📣 Newsflash: Oyen Lab’s Resounding Success at BMES 2023!

Samantha Zambuto, Leading the Way: Sharing Insights on Vaginal Tissue Engineering at BMES 2023 Date: October 19, 2023 Saint Louis, MO - The Oyen Lab's journey to the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) 2023 Annual Meeting in Seattle was nothing short of a resounding success! With a dynamic presence and a slate of compelling presentations, they made a significant impact on the biomedical engineering community. Dr. Samantha Zambuto set the stage with her illuminating presentation on "Composite Elastin Nanofiber-Gelatin Methacryloyl Hydrogels for Vaginal Tissue Engineering." Her groundbreaking research captured the attention of the audience, further solidifying the lab's position at the forefront of innovative tissue engineering. Dr. Michelle L. Oyen enriched the event with her...

📣 Newsflash:Oyen Lab Presenting at BMES in Seattle!

4Oct

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📣 Newsflash:Oyen Lab Presenting at BMES in Seattle!

Date: 4 October 2023 Seattle, WA - The Oyen Lab is gearing up for the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) 2023 Annual Meeting, set to take place at the Seattle Convention Center from October 11 to October 14. The lab members have an exciting lineup of presentations and discussions in store. 🔬Dr. Samantha Zambuto will be in the spotlight on October 12, from 12:45 pm to 1:00 pm PDT. She will be presenting her research on "Composite Elastin Nanofiber-Gelatin Methacryloyl Hydrogels for Vaginal Tissue Engineering." Dr. Zambuto will also be presenting her future research goals at the 2023 Meet the Faculty program on October 11, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm PDT in Exhibit Hall 2. Her poster number is 89-CM. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into cutting-edge advancements in tissue engi...