Erik Pagan
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Erik Pagan is a pioneering researcher in biofabrication and tissue engineering, with a focus on developing advanced hydrogel-based scaffolds that mimic native tissue microenvironments. His major contribution lies in the invention of a facile, scalable method for fabricating meter-long multifunctional hydrogel fibers with precisely controllable biophysical and biochemical features, including grooved solid and hollow architectures. This work, published in 2020 and garnering 61 citations, addresses a critical challenge in creating microscale morphological cues that direct cellular behavior for regenerative medicine. Pagan’s innovation enables the production of fibers with tailored stiffness, topography, and bioactive molecule incorporation, offering a versatile platform for neural, vascular, and musculoskeletal tissue engineering. His approach stands out for its simplicity and scalability, facilitating translation from lab to clinical applications. By bridging materials science and cell biology, Pagan has established himself as a leader in next-generation biofabrication, with his work being widely recognized for its potential to revolutionize the design of implantable constructs and organ-on-chip systems.
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