Research Interests
Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering. In vitro synthesis of musculoskeletal tissues, especially bone tissue; controlled release of growth factors and effect of material selection. Bioactive ceramics, including hydroxyapatite, bioactive glass and bioactive composites. Porous metals, especially titanium and its alloys: surface analysis, biocompatibility and electrochemical properties, including fretting corrosion resistance. Materials engineering, mechanical properties, design and stress analysis. Orthopaedic and dental applications. Implant retrieval and analysis.- Center for Bioactive Materials and Tissue Engineering
- Abstracts of current work