Grant: Canada Research Chairs

Biocompatibility is important for polymeric biomaterials used for biomedical and pharmaceutical applications in contact with the human body. To address this issue, we use natural compounds and green chemistry methods in the design, synthesis and tests of degradable polymers, stimuli-responsive materials, self-healing hydrogels. The polymers will be made and tested for use in soft and hard tissue engineering, drug delivery, biosensing and cell culture. We will develop green chemistry methods for the synthesis and modification of polymers using enzymes. The research is multi-disciplinary in nature and will provide an ideal training environment for young highly qualified personnel.