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I enjoy creating and fixing things, and have picked up a range of hobbies and miscellaneous skills like sewing, computer programming, origami, and breadboarding. My research as part of BioMEL focuses on developing polymeric biomaterials to improve the growth of blood vessels (i.e. vascularization) during wound healing and incorporating those materials into hydrogel tissue scaffolds. These vascularized tissue engineering scaffolds could potentially be used to treat large bone defects and volumetric muscle loss caused by traumatic injuries or tumor resection. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/135cdeb4-0276-40ea-8936-67322478582c/AlgaEarth-8.jpg Members - Gweneth Hogan My name is Gwyn, and I am a PhD student studying biological engineering. Currently, my work is focused on using peptide amphiphile micelles (PAMs) and polymer synthesis to design regenerative solutions for spinal cord injuries. 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I enjoy working with polymer scaffolds and creating novel biomaterials that leverage the host system to regenerate tissues. My current project focuses on synthesizing peptide displaying polymers and peptide amphiphiles that have the potential to endogenously program mesenchymal stem cells to secrete factors that support bone regeneration in fractures and other bone defects. In the future, I see myself pursuing a career in developing therapeutics in the field of regenerative engineering. In my free time, I enjoy painting and reading, and spending time outdoors hiking or playing ultimate frisbee. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/2923b67b-1c7f-4cbe-89c5-5f1c89152e15/Picture1.jpg Members - Farnoush Rezaei I am a Ph.D. student in the biological engineering department and got my bachelor's and master's degree in chemical engineering. My research interest includes tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and drug delivery. My current research is on peptide amphiphile micelles relevant to vaccine design and synthesizing peptide displaying polymer that supports bone regeneration in fractures. I am a dog lover, and I enjoy exercising and going to the gym in my free time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/026a7337-1ea4-4d2f-9e4f-b14d209e1a02/IMG_1857.jpeg Members - Carly Ward My name is Carly and I am currently a PhD student in Biological Engineering. My research is focused on developing lipid-based nanoparticle drug delivery systems for cancer therapeutic treatments, and I am currently working on an adjuvant loaded system to target lymphoma cancers. In my free time, I enjoy being outside, reading, watching sports, and baking. 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The research project I'm working on focuses on the utilization of hydrogen peroxide for angiogenesis in non-union bone fractures. Outside of the lab, I enjoy playing soccer and golf, as well as reading. I also completed my bachelor’s degree at Mizzou and have been a member of BioMEL since my freshman year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/3a934ce0-6ee7-4011-9efc-7baf3a7c97df/IMG_8936.JPG Members - Brett Boney I’m a senior double majoring in Chemistry and Biological Sciences. Right now, my research focuses on drug delivery, specifically developing a micelle-based system to deliver therapeutic plasmids to the eye as a treatment for corneal degeneration. After graduation, I plan to attend medical school. 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I am a junior studying biomedical engineering with an emphasis in biomechanics, along with a minor in mathematics and a certificate in biomaterials. I look forward to developing my skills in lab-based chemistry, especially in formulation, and I am grateful to be contributing to the impactful work being done in the Biomodulatory Lab. In the future, I hope to pursue a career in research and development within the biomedical industry. Outside of academics, I enjoy crocheting, hiking, and traveling. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b5610c6d274cb21e8270eae/0c88daaa-5714-40c1-8c75-c637dff92358/Kalabak_Aylin%28professional+headshot%29.jpg Members - Aylin Kalabak I am an undergraduate student majoring in biology with a minor in psychology. I am working with hematological cancers and peptide amphiphile micelle delivery. Outside of the lab, I like to exercise (I am involved with Club Fencing here at Mizzou), play chess online and read. 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