Bragg Centre research themes Bionanotechnology
Smart functional and responsive materials are based on biologically-inspired principles. They present opportunities including biomedical applications and directed 3D nanostructure assembly in which particles are assembled into ordered structures.
Our research includes:
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materials and approaches for stem cell therapies and targeted and triggered drug delivery
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biosensors for rapid diagnostics – for example to reduce anti-microbial resistance
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membrane models
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organ-on-a-chip systems which allow researchers to test drug treatments on specific organs
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advanced contrast and calibration agents in healthcare applications
We focus on the translation of research into practical treatments for patients and collaborate with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.