Science Meetings serve as a platform for fostering knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation in textile-related research. Hosted by 2C2T – Centre for Textile Science and Technology, these events bring together renowned scientists, researchers, and industry professionals to discuss emerging trends, share groundbreaking discoveries, and explore real-world applications of advanced textile technologies. This is a free and fully online event that ensures accessibility to a global audience, allowing professionals, students, and innovators from around the world to engage, share insights, and contribute to the future of fibers and textiles.
Medical Textiles
At 2C2T, we recognize the vital role of medical textiles in advancing healthcare and improving patient outcomes. Through the first edition of the Science Meetings 2025, we strive to shape the future of healthcare textiles, driving research forward and supporting the development of solutions that make a real difference in people’s lives.
Agenda
March 26, 2025 | 14h30 (GMT+0)
14h30
Opening
14h45
Multimaterial and Multiscale Biofabrication Approaches for Tissue Engineering and Cellular Models
Maria Letizia Focarete, Ph.D.
Full Professor at the University of Bologna, Italy
15h15
Bridging Chemical Design of Photo-Crosslinkable Polymers with Processing to Serve Biomedical Applications
Sandra Van Vlierberghe, Ph.D.
Research Professor at Ghent University, Belgium
15h45
Biomimetic Fibrous Scaffolds for Guiding Cell Fate
Chiara Tonda-Turo, Ph.D.
Associate Professor at Politecnico di Torino, Italy
16h15
2C2T Research: Opening Remarks
16h30
Multifunctional Medical Nanotextiles
Jorge Padrão, Ph.D.
Junior Researcher
16h50
Impact of Fiber-Based Systems in Wound Healing
Helena Felgueiras, Ph.D.
Assistant Researcher
17h10
Polycaprolactone/Sodium Alginate Coaxial Wet-Spun Fibers modified with Carbon Nanofibers and Ceftazidime for Improved Clotting and Infection Control in Wounds
Elina Marinho, Ph.D.
Assistant Researcher
17h20
Fibrous Scaffolds Reinforced with Cellulose Nanocrystals for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Repair
Joana Rocha
Research Fellow (Ph.D. Candidate)
17h30
Predictive Modeling of UV-C Inactivation of Microorganisms in Glass, Titanium, and Polyether Ether Ketone
Amira Chroudi
Research Fellow (Ph.D. Candidate)
17h40
Where Are They Now?
17h45
From Academia to Industry
Natália Homem, Ph.D.
Research and Innovation Project Manager at Simoldes Plastics Company, Portugal
18h00
End of Session
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