I am currently working on cell biology and investigating effect of protein based drug loaded 3D printed scaffold on nerve cells to host peripheral nerve regeneration. Through the utilization of customizable hydrogels and 3D printed protein scaffolds, the primary objective is to mimic the native microenvironment of the nervous system, allowing us to discern the intricate responses of cells on engineered and functional bio-interfaces

Synthesis of biopolymer through pre-polymerization and curing techniquesCharacterization of biopolymer through Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR); Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC); In vitro degradation study; Hemocompatibility study; End group analysisParticle separation and analysis using High performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), GC-MS, Ultraviolet spectroscopy, low and high resolution HPLC-MS, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), wet chemistry testsBiopolymer surface analysis by scanning electron microscope (SEM)Wetting study of biopolymer by sessile drop method using Contact angle system OCAMechanical testing of biopolymer: Determination of tensile strength, elongation, stress and strain using universal testing machine (UTM)Characterization and functionalization of nanomaterials: Transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Chemical functional group attachmentsSynthesis of biopolymer-nanomaterial composite filmFollowed best laboratory practices, SOPs and guidelines. Documented laboratory work on a daily basis on electronic laboratory notebook