Area of Interest:
Bone Biomechanics
Investigation of the mechanical behavior of bone tissue under various loading conditions.
Analysis of bone strength, fracture mechanics, and the effects of aging or disease on bone integrity.
Application of computational modeling and experimental techniques to assess bone performance in biomedical applications.
Nanomechanical Testing
Evaluation of mechanical properties at the nanoscale, including hardness, modulus, and fracture toughness.
Utilization of nanoindentation and atomic force microscopy (AFM) for high-resolution material assessment.
Study of biomaterials and engineered surfaces to enhance their mechanical performance.
Materials Characterization
Advanced techniques for analyzing the structural, mechanical, and chemical properties of materials.
Application of spectroscopy (e.g., XRD, Raman, FTIR), electron microscopy (SEM, TEM), and thermal analysis.
Focus on biomaterials, polymers, ceramics, and composites for biomedical and industrial applications.
Composite Fabrication and Characterization
Design and manufacturing of composite materials for structural and biomedical applications.
Mechanical testing and microstructural analysis to optimize composite performance.
Development of bio-inspired and high-performance composites through innovative processing techniques.