Doctoral Candidate 12
Research project
Active research
Area
Health and medicine
Science and Information Technology
Topic
Research
Short description
This project deals with - Design and development of advanced antimicrobial polymers for therapeutic applications
DC 12:
- Host institution: ASHLAND SPECIALTIES IRELAND LIMITED (ASHLAND), Ireland - R & D Dept.
- Supervisor: Shona O’ Brien, External Technology R&D Manager | Life Sciences, shona.obrien@ashland.com
- Research Project 12
Project Description
Short Description: DC12 will design and evaluate bioresorbable polymers with enhanced antimicrobial activity for use as antifouling coatings. The project involves innovative chemical and mechanical modifications to improve biocompatibility, tissue integration, and infection prevention. It includes in vitro and in vivo testing, with collaborations to study biofilm formation and preclinical performance, aiming to enable customizable, antimicrobial implant surfaces.
Application link of the hosting institution: in progress
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