Description: BME Research Group, University of Michigan
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Residing in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UM, the Putnam Lab conducts fundamental and applied research in cell and tissue engineering. Our fundamental research addresses how the mechano-chemical properties of the extracellular matrix (ECM) and the microenvironment influence cell fate choices and morphogenesis. Our engineering efforts then seek to leverage this fundamental knowledge to inspire the design of “instructive materials” for regenerative medicine applications and as model systems in
The Putnam Lab gratefully acknowledges funding from federal and state government agencies, private foundations, the University of Michigan, and philanthropy. Thank you for supporting our research in regenerative medicine.