Maedeh Rahimnejad

Centre Hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal, University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

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Maedeh Rahimnejad is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of smart biomaterials and biomedical engineering, whose work is shaping the future of responsive medical technologies. Her primary research areas include stimuli-responsive biomaterials, 4D bioprinting, and wearable electronic skin sensors. Rahimnejad’s major contribution lies in advancing the concept of 4D bioprinting, where she has demonstrated how smart polymers and hydrogels can create dynamic scaffolds capable of adapting to their environment—a leap beyond static 3D-printed constructs. Her highly cited 2023 paper on this topic (51 citations) has become a foundational reference for researchers exploring programmable tissue engineering. Additionally, her work on smart wearable sensors (26 citations) has significantly impacted the development of electronic skins for prosthetics and health monitoring, offering new solutions for individuals with sensory or mobility impairments. Through these innovations, Rahimnejad is not only pushing the boundaries of material science but also translating complex stimuli-responsive mechanisms into practical, life-changing applications. Her research continues to inspire a new generation of bioengineers seeking to merge adaptive materials with clinical needs.