University of Colorado Boulder · EngineeringThe Joint Innovations Lab
Corey P Neu · Boulder, Colorado
Research Focus
Corey P Neu's lab at the University of Colorado focuses on creating advanced microphysiological systems that replicate human joints to study arthritis and test new treatments. By developing a novel joint-on-chip platform, the research aims to better understand joint diseases and facilitate faster screening of potential drug candidates. The lab combines engineering techniques with biological materials to build realistic tissue models that emulate the complex interactions and functionalities of human joints.
joint-on-chiparthritic diseases3D bioprintingbiomaterialsmechanobiologydrug testingmusculoskeletal modelingtissue engineering
Research Aims
3AIM 01Develop a library of human-derived biomaterials for 3D printing of joint tissues.
AIM 02Create a functional human joint-on-chip model that accurately mimics a real joint.
AIM 03Investigate the effects of biomechanical injury and inflammatory challenges on joint-on-chip systems.
Skills the Lab Values
3D bioprintingmicrofabricationbiomechanical testingcell cultureextracellular matrix engineeringbiochemical assaysbiomaterial characterizationimmunofluorescencestatistical analysismechanical testing
Output against the department
Publications200top 47% of dept.132nd of 278
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Citations4.4kbottom 35% of dept.182nd of 278
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