ChE Professor and Chair Thomas Webster Featured in Article “Top 5 Biomaterials Trends in 2016” in Society for Biomaterials
The research of Thomas Webster, Professor and Department Chair, Chemical Engineering and Art Zafiropoulo Chair in Engineering is featured in the article “Top 5 Biomaterials Trends in 2016” on Society For Biomaterials website.
As President of the U.S. Society For Biomaterials, Webster contributes innovative research, ideas, and leadership to the organization. In the section “Treating Antibiotic-Resistant Infections”, the research of Webster’s lab is profiled for advancements in the health of millions of people (Ebola, E. coli, norovirus, etc.). With his expertise in nanomedicine, Webster has helped develop polymer nanoparticles containing silver nanoparticles that can kill bacteria more effectively than antibiotics, with no adverse effects on healthy cells.
The Society For Biomaterials is a multidisciplinary society of academic, healthcare, governmental and business professionals dedicated to promoting advancements in all aspects of biomaterial science, education and professional standards to enhance human health and quality of life.
Source: Geilich, Ben. Top 5 Biomaterials Trends in 2016, Society For Biomaterials, 21 Jan. 2016.