Improving the longevity of total joint replacements.
An in vitro model of the articular joint.
Using 3D bioprinting to produce in vitro models of articular cartilage tissue.
Investigating the causes of failure of metallic implants.
Exploring Additively Manufactured Triply Periodic Minimal Surface (TPMS) structures.
Simulation wear testing of hip replacement joints.
Chitosan-bioglass composites for applications in regenerative medicine.
Combining magnetic glass-ceramic and polymethyl methacrylate cements for the treatment of bone cancer.
Failure analysis of artificial implants.
Novel bioactive glass for use in dental fillings.
Exploring explanted shoulder replacement prostheses.
Investigating the effect of surface physical properties on bacterial attachment and biofilm development.
Exploring the mechanical environment of the glial scar.
3D manufactured scaffolds using novel biomaterials.
Investigating the performance of a novel total hip replacement design.
An experimental investigation of cellular functions and mechanics.
A novel approach to the design and manufacture of scaffolds for bone repair.
Hip simulator wear testing of the taper-trunnion junction and bearing surfaces of modular hip prostheses.
Novel antimicrobial surfaces for use in healthcare environments.
Investigating the failure of knee prostheses.
Exploring the use of poly-ether-ether-ketone (PEEK) in joint replacement.
Developing an antibacterial membrane for use with dental implants.
Investigations into cell behaviour in response to external stimuli.
Novel biomimetic and functional biomaterials.
Model development for predicting biofilm deformation.
