At the University of Limerick, a group of researchers led by Professor Maurice N Collins
are studying new ways to repair spinal cord tissue. Professor Collins is a senior lecturer at the
University of Limerick in Ireland. He leads an interdisciplinary research group, which includes
students studying chemistry, materials science, biology, pharmacy, and engineering. He is the
editor of the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules and is involved in many
nationally funded programs that focus on bioengineering. Professor Collins has a PhD in
Materials Science from the University of Limerick.
His research involves the development of new hybrid biomaterials and nanoparticles,
which are used to “promote repair and regeneration following spinal cord injury” (Healthworld).
Professor Collins developed a new hybrid biomaterial that is biologically compatible for spinal
repair. A spinal cord injury is very traumatic and serious; paralysis is often a result of a spinal
cord injury. By using tissue engineering, researchers are hoping to improve the quality of life for
people who suffer from spinal cord injuries.
https://health.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/researchers-demonstrate-new-metho
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