On July 11, our Institute co-organized a seminar featuring Prof. Evelyn KF Yim, University Research Chair from the Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo, Canada. Her seminar on “Topographical Modification of Biomaterials for Vascular Tissue Engineering Applications“ provided a wealth of insights into the interfacial interactions of cells with the extracellular substrate and the application of this knowledge to tissue engineering. The audience was deeply impressed by the fruitful lessons learned from Prof. Yim’s research, which undoubtedly informed and inspired their own work in the field.

The seminar focused on the importance of the biological cell niche, which comprises biochemical and biophysical signals, and how an ideal scaffold for tissue engineering should mimic the microenvironment and present appropriate cues to regulate cellular responses. Prof. Yim’s research group aims to study interfacial interactions of cells with the extracellular substrate and apply this knowledge to stem cell differentiation and tissue engineering applications. 

We greatly appreciate Prof. Yim’s willingness to share her latest findings and experiences with our researchers and students. Her expertise and dedication to the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine have undoubtedly contributed to the advancement of this important area of research. We look forward to future opportunities to collaborate with Prof. Yim and her research group, and we are confident that her visit will have a lasting impact on the work of our Institute.

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