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faculty
Milana Vasudev, PhD
Associate Professor
Bioengineering
Contact
508-999-9284
508-999-9139
milana.vasudev@umassd.edu
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Education
| 2010 | University of Illinois at Chicago | Ph.D. in Bioengineering |
| 2006 | University of Illinois at Chicago | MS in Bioengineering |
| 2003 | Visvesvaraiah Technological University | BE in Electrical and Computer Engineering |
Teaching
- BNG 418 Biological Interactions on Materials Surfaces
- BNG 417 Nanotechnology in Bioengineering Systems
- BNG 318 Biomeasurement and Control
- BNG 316 Biomaterials
- BNG 101 Intro to Bioengineering
Teaching
Programs
Programs
- Bioengineering BS, BS/MS
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering and Biotechnology MS, PhD
- Engineering and Applied Science PhD
Teaching
Courses
Written presentation of an original research topic in biomedical engineering and biotechnology, which demonstrates the knowledge and capability to conduct independent research. The thesis shall be completed under the supervision of a faculty advisor. An oral examination in defense of the thesis is required.
Investigations of a fundamental and/or applied nature representing an original contribution to the scholarly research literature of the field. PhD dissertations are often published in refereed journals or presented at major conferences. A written dissertation must be completed in accordance with the rules of the Graduate School. Admission to the course is based on successful completion of the PhD comprehensive examination and submission of a formal proposal endorsed by the student's graduate committee and submitted to the appropriate BMEMT Graduate Program Director.
An introduction to biological and biomedical materials. The course examines the structure and properties of metallic, ceramic, polymeric, and biological materials and their interaction with biological systems. Consideration is given to biocompatibility and biodegradation of natural and synthetic biomedical materials and their use for hard and soft tissue replacement, organ replacement, coating and adhesives, dental implants, and drug delivery systems. Recent trends in biomaterials design, synthesis, commercialization and performance are also discussed.
Principles of growth of normal functioning biological tissues and organs outside the human body that serve as replacement body parts. Students will also learn how living cells within a body differentiate and grow, that is, stem cell and related competitive technologies.
Principles of growth of normal functioning biological tissues and organs outside the human body that serve as replacement body parts. Students will also learn how living cells within a body differentiate and grow, that is, stem cell and related competitive technologies.
Research
Research awards
- $ 37,563 awarded by BATTELLE MEMORIAL INSTITUTE/ DOE for Ultrathin and Programmable Nanoparticle-peptoid Composite Nanomembranes for Molecular Recognition, Catalysis and Selective Transport
- $ 99,977 awarded by U.S. Army CCDC Soldier Center for Synthetic Biology based Nanomaterials for Soldiers Protection
Research
Research interests
- Nano Materials
- Vapor deposition of nano materials
- Biosensors
- Drug Delivery
The Nanobioscience lab at UMass Dartmouth focuses on the synthesis and the applications of bioinspired nanomaterials, using techniques such as vapor phase deposition, and synthesis in solution. We are also interested in studying the interactions of nanostructures with biological materials, both in vitro and in vivo. Some of the applications include the development of coatings for implants, drug delivery, real-time chemical and biological sensors and nanobioelectronics. The students working in my lab will have an opportunity to gain research experience working in multi-disciplinary fields such as chemical synthesis, cell culture, mechanical and electrical characterization techniques.