Upscaling novel cell and polymeric technologies for clinical translation. (sFoF BBSRC)- Translating established laboratory production protocols to relevant GMP standards for both animal studies and human trails. - Implementation of established industrial manufacturing techniques for upscaling in compliance with healthcare regulations and guidelines. - This role entailed collaborative work with external charity funders, industrial partners and NHS clinical healthcare… Show more Upscaling novel cell and polymeric technologies for clinical translation. (sFoF BBSRC)- Translating established laboratory production protocols to relevant GMP standards for both animal studies and human trails. - Implementation of established industrial manufacturing techniques for upscaling in compliance with healthcare regulations and guidelines. - This role entailed collaborative work with external charity funders, industrial partners and NHS clinical healthcare professionals. Show less

Investigating piezoelectric polymer systems for use in bone tissue engineering (BBSRC)- An international collaborative project investigating the influence of piezoelectric induced cell surface interactions with mechanical stimulation and polymeric surface modification. Additional responsibilities included; - Optimisation of a chemical-free mechanical stimulation bioreactor, Nanokick, for the production of osteogenic stem cell therapies. - Supervision and… Show more Investigating piezoelectric polymer systems for use in bone tissue engineering (BBSRC)- An international collaborative project investigating the influence of piezoelectric induced cell surface interactions with mechanical stimulation and polymeric surface modification. Additional responsibilities included; - Optimisation of a chemical-free mechanical stimulation bioreactor, Nanokick, for the production of osteogenic stem cell therapies. - Supervision and mentoring of several MSC, undergrad and PhD students, designing and guiding the projects as they progressed. I found helping in the development and growth of these students, as well as management of these and other working groups very rewarding. Show less

Thesis title: Surface Functionalisation of Poly L-Lactic Acid to Control Protein Organisation and Growth Factor Presentation in Tissue Engineering.- Produced a novel surface chemical processing technique to allow for enhanced osteogenic differentiation on polymeric surfaces. - Developing a novel implantable scaffold for enhanced stem cell surface interactions aiming for more efficient growth factor presentation and osteogenic regenerative capacity.- Awarded a mobility… Show more Thesis title: Surface Functionalisation of Poly L-Lactic Acid to Control Protein Organisation and Growth Factor Presentation in Tissue Engineering.- Produced a novel surface chemical processing technique to allow for enhanced osteogenic differentiation on polymeric surfaces. - Developing a novel implantable scaffold for enhanced stem cell surface interactions aiming for more efficient growth factor presentation and osteogenic regenerative capacity.- Awarded a mobility scholarship to research in the CBIT lab at Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain. Further developing my experience in mechanical engineering. Show less

- The aim of this project was to investigate the cellular structure, the metabolic activity and viability of liver cells cultured in a collagen sandwich bioreactor and observe the differences compared with monolayer cultures. Looking to establish criteria for the development of an artificial liver system.- Experienced in complex gel handling and construction of controlled physical and biological cellular environments to modulate cellular behaviours.

- Studied the relationship between transport proteins; mainly cGMP, with different classes of currently utilised insecticides in Drosophila Melanogaster. - This research aimed to investigate the mechanisms and to what extent these xenobiotics interacted in transport pathways and in Malpighian tubules.

Project: Tranformation of ERBB2 gene via transcription activator–likeeffectors (TAL). - Optimization of PCR protocol