Ohio State University-Main Campus · EngineeringPowell Regeneration Lab
Heather M Powell · Columbus, Ohio
Research Focus
Dr. Heather M. Powell's lab at Ohio State University focuses on innovative approaches to heal severe burn injuries. Her research aims to develop new methods for skin regeneration and improve the healing process by utilizing advanced technologies such as cell sprays and engineered scaffolds. This work is especially important for burn patients, as faster wound closure can significantly improve survival rates and reduce complications.
skin regenerationangiogenesisburn treatmenttissue engineeringwound healing
Research Aims
3AIM 01Examine spray-on skin cell engraftment and survivability based on dermal papillae structure.
AIM 02Enhance skin cell survivability and epidermal regeneration through improved angiogenesis.
AIM 03Fabricate gradient collagen-silk scaffolds to reduce wound contraction and promote healing.
Skills the Lab Values
cell cultureanimal modelsmicroscopygrowth factor analysistissue scaffolding
Output against the department
Publications151bottom 38% of dept.173rd of 278
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Citations4.9kbottom 38% of dept.171st of 278
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