Dilek Sönmezer Açıkgöz | Tissue engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Dilek Sönmezer Açıkgöz | Tissue engineering | Best Researcher Award

Phd at Çukurova University, Turkey

Dr. Dilek Sönmezer Açıkgöz is a Lecturer at Çukurova University’s Department of Biomedical Engineering, specializing in biomaterials, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. She holds a PhD from Erciyes University and has contributed to cutting-edge research on pericardial fluid applications in tissue engineering. Dr. Sönmezer has published extensively in SCI-indexed journals and presents regularly at international conferences.

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

PhD: Biomedical Engineering, Erciyes University (2012-2022)MSc: Biomedical Engineering, Erciyes University (2008-2011)BSc: Biology, Erciyes University (2004-2008)Internship: Eindhoven University of Technology (2010-2011)

💼 Experience

Lecturer: Çukurova University (2014-present)Research: Tissue engineering, pericardial fluid characterization, biomaterial developmentPatent Holder: Ultrasonic system for coronary bypass surgery

🏆 Awards & Honors

Patent: Ultrasonic vascular measurement system (2015)Key Publications: Bio-Medical Materials and Engineering, Biotechnology Applied BiochemistryRecognitions: Frequent presenter at international biomedical conferences

🔬 Research Focus

Biomedical Engineering: Biomaterials, tissue engineering, pericardial fluid studiesBioprinting: Developing biocompatible bioinks for 3D printingRegenerative Medicine: Exploring extracellular matrix applications for tissue regeneration

Publications 📖

Applications of a Biocompatible Alginate/Pericardial Fluid-Based Hydrogel for the Production of a Bioink in Tissue Engineering
Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry | 2024-12-02
DOI: 10.1002/bab.2697
Contributors: Dilek Sönmezer Açıkgöz, Fatma Latifoğlu, Güler Toprak, Münevver Baran

Production of Hydrogel with Alginate and Pericardial Fluid for Use in Tissue Engineering Applications
Çukurova Üniversitesi Mühendislik Fakültesi Dergisi | 2023-12-28
DOI: 10.21605/cukurovaumfd.1410697
Contributors: Dilek Sönmezer, Fatma Latifoğlu

A Native Extracellular Matrix Material for Tissue Engineering Applications: Characterization of Pericardial Fluid
Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B: Applied Biomaterials | 2023-09
DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.35260
Contributors: Dilek Sönmezer, Fatma Latifoğlu, Güler Toprak, Münevver Baran

 

Conclusion

Dr. Dilek Sönmezer Açıkgöz stands out as a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with substantial contributions to biomedical engineering, tissue engineering, and biomaterials. Her dedication to research, publications in top journals, and development of patented technology make her a strong contender. Strengthening international partnerships and focusing on high-impact translational research can further enhance her candidacy for future recognitions.

Xulin Hu | tissue engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Xulin Hu | tissue engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof at Clinical Medical College and Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University, China

Xulin Hu, a renowned researcher in polymer synthesis and biomedical materials, is affiliated with Chengdu University and the State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy at Sichuan University.  With a solid foundation in organic chemistry and biotherapy, Hu has authored over 20 SCI articles, publishing in leading journals like Advanced Functional Materials, Bone Research, and Small.  He also serves on editorial boards for several esteemed journals and is a scientific advisor for “Engineering for Life,” a top 3D printing company in China. He is dedicated to advancing biomedical applications through 3D printing technology and polymer research.

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Education🎓

Xulin Hu completed his B.S. in polymer science at Sichuan University 🎓, and later pursued a PhD in Organic Chemistry at the Chinese Academy of Sciences under Prof. Chengdong Xiong, a distinguished mentor and former director of the Chengdu Institute of Organic Chemistry. 💡 He then conducted postdoctoral research at Sichuan University’s Cancer Center 🏥, mentored by Prof. Zhiyong Qian, an acclaimed expert and recipient of the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars. 🏅 His educational journey has been marked by rigorous research in polymer synthesis, biotherapy, and biomedical materials, laying the groundwork for his innovative contributions to 3D printing and biomedicine.

Experience📊

Xulin Hu is chairing multiple high-impact projects 🧑‍💼, including those funded by the Natural Science Foundation of Sichuan Province and the Chengdu Municipal Health Commission. His professional affiliations span from being an editorial board member of Journal of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering and Material Express , to advising “Engineering for Life,” a leading 3D printing company in China. 🏭 He is also an active member of the Nano Branch of the China Biomedical Technology Association and the Chinese Chemical Society. 🔗 Hu’s expertise is recognized globally, with contributions to the advancement of biomedical materials through interdisciplinary research.

Awards and Honors 🏆 

Xulin Hu has garnered numerous accolades throughout his career, including chairing prominent projects funded by the Natural Science Foundation of Sichuan Province 🌟 and Chengdu Municipal Health Commission. He serves as an editorial board member for Journal of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering and Material Express 📝, and as a scientific advisor for “Engineering for Life,” a top Chinese 3D printing company 🖨. Hu’s work has earned him recognition in the Nano Branch of the China Biomedical Technology Association 🧑‍🔬 and membership in several prestigious societies, including the Chinese Chemical Society (CCS) and the China Medicinal Biotech Association. 🎖🌍

Research Focus 🛠💡

Xulin Hu’s research focuses on 3D printing technologies , polymer synthesis and their applications in biomedical materials and biotherapy . His work integrates advanced materials science with medical applications, aiming to improve therapies through innovations in 3D-printed biomaterials and polymers. His publications span notable journals, and his projects often aim to address challenges in regenerative medicine and cancer therapy using bioprinting and functional polymers.  Hu’s collaborations with industrial partners, like “Engineering for Life,” further highlight his commitment to translating research into practical medical solutions.

Publication  Top Notes

Advanced Strategies for 3D-Printed Neural Scaffolds: Materials, Structure, and Nerve Remodeling

Journal: Bio-Design and Manufacturing

Published: August 23, 2024

DOI: 10.1007/s42242-024-00291-5

Contributors: Jian He, Liang Qiao, Jiuhong Li, Junlin Lu, Zhouping Fu, Jiafang Chen, Xiangchun Zhang, Xulin Hu

Targeting Staphylococcal Bone Infections

Journal: MedComm – Biomaterials and Applications

Published: March 2023

DOI: 10.1002/mba2.31

Contributors: Zhang Xiangchun, Xulin Hu, Hongping Chen

Recent Progress in 3D Printing Degradable Polylactic Acid‐Based Bone Repair Scaffold for the Application of Cancellous Bone Defect

Journal: MedComm – Biomaterials and Applications

Published: June 2022

DOI: 10.1002/mba2.14

Contributors: Xulin Hu, Zhidong Lin, Jian He, Minchang Zhou, Shuhao Yang, Yao Wang, Kainan Li

Conclusion

Xulin Hu is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with a solid track record of publications, leadership in key projects, and contributions to biomedical materials and 3D printing research. His scientific achievements, leadership in collaborative efforts, and engagement in the wider scientific community make him a strong contender. With further efforts to increase his global presence and interdisciplinary outreach, Xulin Hu could continue to make even greater contributions to the field of biomedical science, reinforcing his standing as a leader in research.