Engineering Functional Tissues

I am an Assistant Professor and Research Scientist at the Uniformed Services University's 4DBio³ Center for Biotechnology, with a deep-seated passion for Materials Science and Bioengineering. My research focuses on pioneering new technologies in 3D bioprinting, creating organ-on-chip models, and engineering functional tissues like cartilage and bone.

Educated at Virginia Tech (Ph.D.) and Cornell University (B.S.), my goal is to bridge the gap between fundamental research and clinical application. I am dedicated to developing practical solutions for regenerative medicine and addressing critical medical needs in challenging environments, while also mentoring the next wave of scientific innovators.