Hydrogels with mechanical properties for 3D in vitro cell models
Project overview
Project title
Hydrogels with dynamic mechanical properties for 3D in vitro cell models
Project description
This Project combines different polymer chemistries to develop hydrogels that can be made stiffer or softer on-demand, replicating physiological processes. The expected outcome is the creation of hydrogels for 3D cell culture that better mimic native tissues in different stages of their development and disease. The potential benefit is improved in vitro/non-animal models with lower attrition rates and cost in drug discovery and development of advanced therapies.
Supervisory team details
University
| Name of university supervisor | Ferry Melchels |
| Name of university | University of South Australia |
| Email address | ferry.melchels@unisa.edu.au |
| Faculty | STEM/Future Industries Institute |
CSIRO
| Name of CSIRO supervisor | Almar Postma |
| Email address | almar.postma@csiro.au |
| CSIRO Business Unit | Manufacturing |
Industry
| Name of industry supervisor | Christoph Meinert |
| Name of business/organisation | Gelomics Pty Ltd |
| Email address | christoph.meinert@gelomics.com |
Further details
| Primary location of student | University of South Australia, Mawson Lakes SA 5095 |
| Industry engagement component location | Gelomics Pty Ltd, 60 Musk Avenue, Kelvin Grove, QLD 4059 |
| Other locations | CSIRO Clayton, Research Way, Clayton VIC 3168 |
| Ideal student skillset | Essential MSc or BSc (Hons) degree in chemistry, biomedical, or chemical engineering, or similar. Desirable Wet-lab research experience. |
| Application Close Date | Open until position filled |
| Apply | Email UniSA supervisor (Ferry Melchels) |