Our group mixes zoology, engineering/biomaterials, marine science and design approaches (e.g. using microCT, microscopy, material characterization, 3D printing) to study diverse form-function relationships in biological tissues and their potential for informing manmade applications. We focus mostly on vertebrate animal tissues, and particularly in fishes, using muscle, skeleton and skin as models for understanding development, evolution and high-perfoming materials. We seek enthusiastic, kind, open, and curious candidates, who enjoy interdisciplinary interactions and can be reliable, approachable and supportive members of a diverse research group. Proficiency in one or more of the following is a plus: histology, bioimaging, 3D visualization/rendering, a programming language for data analysis (e.g. R/Python), optical material characterization. Candidates ideally have anatomy and/or materials science training with an interest in both and with strong organizational, collaborative, experimental and visual skills. Proficiency in English required.

Research Focus / Keywords

biomaterials, ichthyology, biomechanics, teeth, skeleton, fish, cartilage, organismal biology, modeling, design, fluid mechanics

Support Period

late 2023 to December 2024

Additional Support

Additional travel/research funds can be requested from the HFSP Scientist4Scientist program.