Project Mentor

Dr. Ali Tamayol
Department of Biomedical Engineering

Undergraduate Research Opportunity Description

Project Description	We are developing a robotic bioprinter that can directly bioprint scaffolds within a patient’s body. As part of this effort, the candidate will work with our team to integrate the robot with a moving system that allows it to travel across the patient bed to cover different patient body parts. The system will be programmed and the quality of bioprinting will be tested in vitro.
Project Direction	The project involves developing a robotic bioprinter that can directly bioprint scaffolds within a patient’s body. In the long term, the automation of bioprinter should be improved and its ability to seamlessly reconstruct defects should be tested. Eventually, the system can be used for the treatment of different musculoskeletal injuries.
Mentorship and Supervision	The student will work in a team and will be mentored by a postdoc and a senior PhD candidate. In addition to group meetings, there will be weekly one-on-one meetings to discuss the progress and challenges.
Student Qualifications	Interest in tissue engineering, robotic systems, and bioprinting is desired.
Summer Schedule Options	Research Dates: May 22 to July 28, 2023 Schedule: Schedule is flexible and can be individually discussed.
Project Continuation	Fall 2023, Spring 2024
Academic Year Time Commitment	6 hours/week
Possible Thesis Project	Yes

Application

Submit an online application for this research opportunity at https://quest.uconn.edu/prog/HRP23-36. The application deadline is Monday, January 30, 2023.

This application requires a cover letter, a resume or CV, and an unofficial transcript. References should be available upon request.