Research project title
Explore the effects of a chitosan-based biomaterial on cartilage repair
Education level
Master (research-based)
Director/co-director
Director: Marc Lavertu
End of display
June 30, 2026
Areas of expertise
Materials science and technology
Unit(s) and department(s)
Department of Chemical Engineering
Conditions
Send your application to anik.chevrier@polymtl.ca
Detailed description
Our previous work using chitosan-based biomaterials in tissue repair models has not allowed us to elaborate and draw firm conclusions on the mechanisms involved in the repair process. A cartilage repair model will be developed in the rabbit. A detailed histological and mechanical examination of the repair tissues at early, intermediate and later time points post-treatment will allow us to further investigate the modes of action of chitosan-based biomaterials and study structure-function relationships.
Financing possibility
Project funded by an Alliance/CRSNG/Prima grant
Marc Lavertu
Associate Professor
