Typically, we are interested in exploring properties of materials that best mimic the original function of the organ being studied. One focus is the nervous system, where we are developing biodegradable tubes to act as a support and guide regrowing nerves. Another focus is orthopedics, where we are examining materials that could act as both an adhesive between implants and bone and support or encourage bone growth and integration. Finally, we are also examining possible materials to act as a replacement for the lens material in the eye after cataract surgery. R.K. Willits and W.M. Saltzman.
Synthetic polymers accelerate human monocyte migration through human cervical mucus gels.
Biology of Reproduction , in preparation. R.K. Willits and W.M. Saltzman. R.K. Willits and W.M. Saltzman. R.K. Willits and W.M. Saltzman. Synthetic polymers alter the structure of cervical mucus.