SEMS Research Seminars

• Institute of Bioengineering Seminars
• Materials Research Institute Seminars

Institute of Bioengineering Seminars

Wed 30 Oct 2019 15:00 - 16:00	3D Bioelectronic models of human biology, with Dr Roisin M. Owens at the University of Cambridge In vitro models of biological systems are essential for our understanding of biological systems. In many cases where animal models have failed to translate to useful data for human diseases, physiologically relevant in vitro models can bridge the gap. Many difficulties exist in interfacing complex, 3D models with technology adapted for monitoring function. Polymeric electroactive materials and devices can bridge the gap between hard inflexible materials used for physical transducers and soft, compliant biological tissues. An additional advantage of these electronic materials is their flexibility for processing and fabrication in a wide range of formats.(1) In this presentation, I will discuss our recent progress in adapting conducting polymer devices, including simple electrodes and transistors, to integrate with 3D cell models. We go further, by generating 3D electroactive scaffolds capable of hosting and monitoring cells.(2) I will also highlight recent research using biomimetic models of cell membranes interfaced with organic electronic devices for drug discovery.(3)
Wed 13 Nov 2019 16:00 - 17:00	Chemical and mechanical interrogation of biological systems … and beyond, with Dr Periklis Pantazis, Imperial College London NOTE: this week's seminar starts later than usual - at 16:00
Wed 11 Dec 2019 15:00 - 16:00	Chemo-mechanical regulation of receptor-mediated cell adhesion, with Dr E. Ada Cavalcanti-Adam, Max Planck Institute for Medical Research & Heidelberg University Abstract:

Materials Reseach Institute Seminars

Wed 23 Oct 2019 15:00 - 16:00	Seminar: Linking Structure and Function in Organic Energy Materials, Dr John Griffin, Lancaster University
Thu 31 Oct 2019 14:00 - 15:00	Seminar: 'Advanced neutron scattering to reveal structure-dynamics correlation in membrane technology' with Dr Fabrizia Foglia, UCL
Wed 6 Nov 2019 09:00 - 18:00	FIRED-UP - Faculty Industry Research Engagement Day, Faculty of Science and Engineering
Wed 4 Dec 2019 15:00 - 16:00	Seminar: ‘Electroactive Oxides for Smart Devices’, Dr Miguel Algueró, Institutode Cienciade Materialesde Madrid