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Biomaterials, Drug Delivery, Tissue Engineering, and Regenerative Medicine
Expert is an internationally recognized expert in biomaterials development, drug delivery (e.g., protein, plasmid DNA, etc), tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. Expert, PhD, received his B.S.E. in Mechanical Engineering and Material Science and Biomedical Engineering, cum laude, from Duke University…
Polyurethane (PU) Materials Development for various applications
In 30 years working with polyurethanes, Expert has developed numerous types of polyurethane elastomers, foams, adhesives, coatings, and other products with specific application requirements. In the past several years, her work has extensively involved development of polyurethanes for medical applications.…
Absorbent Composites, Superabsorbents, Product Development, Materials Development, Biomaterials
Expert was responsible for global superabsorbent development for all forms of personal care products at Kimberly-Clark prior to her recent retirement. Her career involved basic research, product development, and materials development for absorbent personal care products at this major manufacturer.…
Biomaterials and Product Development R&D for Orthopedic, Cardiovascular, and Other Implants
Expert has helped assemble, and been lead author on 510(k) and IDE applications to the FDA. This has often included telephone conversations, and occasionally personal visits, with the FDA to discuss unique aspects of the devices and/or materials in the…