Yong Leng Chuan
Taylor's University, University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
Papers
3
Total Citations
36
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2
About
Dr. Yong Leng Chuan is a materials engineer and biomimicry researcher whose work bridges tissue engineering and nature-inspired design. Her primary research areas include biodegradable polymer scaffolds for regenerative medicine and bioinspired engineering solutions. Her most significant contribution is the development and characterization of hybrid PCL/PEG 3D scaffolds for potential tissue engineering applications, a 2014 study that has garnered 30 citations—her most impactful work to date. This research advanced the fabrication of biocompatible, porous structures that support cell growth and tissue regeneration. She also optimized processing parameters for poly(DL-lactide-co-glycolide) scaffolds, improving their utility in tissue engineering. Beyond medical materials, Dr. Chuan explores biomimicry, as seen in her 2017 work on grasshopper-inspired engineering innovation, which demonstrates how evolutionary adaptations can inform sustainable design. Her interdisciplinary approach—combining polymer science, scaffold fabrication, and lessons from nature—positions her as a researcher who not only solves biomedical challenges but also looks to the natural world for creative engineering solutions.
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- 3Biomimicry – Grasshoppers Inspired Engineering Innovation2 citations · 2017