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Andres J. Garcia
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Title/Position
Executive Director, Parker H. Petit Institute for Bioengineering & Bioscience, The Petit Director's Chair in Bioengineering and Bioscience, Regents Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Areas of Research
Education
Education
- Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania, 1996
- M.S.E., University of Pennsylvania, 1992
- B.S., Cornell University, 1991
Research Interests
Research Interests
Professor Garcia's research program integrates innovative engineering, materials science, and cell biology concepts and technologies to create cell-instructive biomaterials for regenerative medicine and generate new knowledge in mechanobiology. This cross-disciplinary effort has resulted in innovative biomaterial platforms that elicit targeted cellular responses and tissue repair, human stem cell technologies, and mechanistic insights into the interplay of mechanics and cell biology.
Teaching Interests
Teaching Interests
Professor Garcia's teaching interests focus on core bioengineering and mechanical engineering subjects at both undergraduate and graduate levels. He emphasizes the integration of fundamental principles and case studies to enhance student understanding. His instructional approach encourages student engagement through problem-solving and application of fundamental engineering principles, fostering skills essential for advanced study and professional practice.
Publications
Publications
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