Biomaterials field focuses on the development of materials and devices for replacement or regeneration of tissues and organs to improve the health of human beings.

Faculty Members

• Prof. Dr. Bora Garipcan
• Prof. Dr. Duygu Ege
• Assoc. Dr. Banu İyisan
• Assist. Prof. Emine Sümeyra Turalı Emre
• Assist. Prof. İslam Boğaçhan Tahirbegi

Laboratories

Biomimetic and Bioinspired Surfaces Research LaBORAtory

Bora Garipcan`s research group focuses on surface engineering of several biomaterials (such as Ti, Si, Au, biodegradable polymers, and elastomers) by changing surface properties (stiffness, topography, chemistry, and biochemistry) for controlled and directed cellular behavior (adhesion, proliferation, and differentiation) using biomimetic and bioinspired approaches.

Biomaterials Production and Characterization

The main objective of our lab is to produce novel biomaterials in various forms, including synthetic and natural scaffolds, with improved physical and biological properties. The present research in our lab includes the development of advanced injectable and non-injectable scaffolds using chemically and/or biologically modified polymers, metals, ceramics, and nanocomposites.

Biofunctional Nanomaterials Design Laboratory

Our multidisciplinary research interests include the design, fabrication, and characterization of smart nanocarrier systems such as nanocapsules, polymersomes, and hybrid nanoparticles to overcome challenges in biomedical research and healthcare applications. Such studies require a highly interdisciplinary working platform that BINDS a variety of inputs from nanobiotechnology, biomaterials, colloids, and engineering approaches.

Nano–Bio Interfaces and Inorganic Nanoparticles Laboratory (ESTE Lab)