Current Research Projects
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Nerve Related Research Projects

     I. Projects Related to Nerve Guidance

•   Optimizing Electrospinning Parameters to Create Aligned PLLA Fibers for Nerve   Regeneration Applications
•   Anisotropic Micro-fibrous Scaffolds for Nerve Regeneration Applications

•   Hydrogel Blend Regulates Glutathione Release to Neutralize Free Radicals within Neuronal   Cultures
•   Release of Interleukin-10 from Agarose/Methylcellulose Blended Hydrogel for Spinal Cord   Injury Applications

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Cartilage Related Research Projects

•   Controlled Release of Glucosamine Affects Chondrocyte Activity in Vitro

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Developing Novel Coatings for Neural Probes/Sensors

•   Development of Novel Sol-Gel Glasses that Facilitate Neural Adhesion and Neurite Extension   in Vitro