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Dardan Bajrami – General/ Reports

I am a PhD student at the Laboratory for Biomimetic Membranes and Textiles at Empa and the Institute of Physics at ZHAW. My research focuses on the development of a 3D-printed bio-hybrid skin model to study light–skin interactions. In my free time, I enjoy reading and experimenting in the kitchen—especially with fermentation. I’m excited to be part of the SSB+RM Young Scientists Team and to connect with researchers from different labs and companies through the organization of inspiring events.

Mira Anna Jacobs – Communication

I am a PhD student at the Laboratory for Fetal Healing and Tissue Engineering at the University of Zurich. My project consists in developing a hydrogel based culture system to enable ovarian follicle growth and maturation in vitro. In my free time, I love to go hiking and biking or to read a good book. I am excited to be part of the SSB+RM Young Scientists Team as this will be a great opportunity to meet researchers working in a similar field as me and to organize exciting events.

Stella Monestier – Finance

I am a PhD student at the Regenerative Medicine Technologies Lab at EOC. My research focuses on utilizing a novel bioxolography technology to biofabricate 3D muscle fibers and neuromuscular junctions. Beyond my lab life, I play the harp and various other instruments, and I like hiking and traveling all over the world. Being a part of the SSB+RM Young Scientists Team fills me with excitement as it offers me the chance to meet with numerous researchers and contribute to the organization of impactful and inspiring events.

Marcia Mürner – Deputy

I am a PhD student at the AO Research Institute Davos. There, I am doing my external doctoral studies while being affiliated to the Razansky lab at ETH Zurich. My research is focused on finding novel regenerative techniques to tackle intervertebral disc degeneration and low back pain. Being part of the SSB+RM Young Scientists enables me to interact with and learn from peers from all over Switzerland.

Nikita Norkin – General Tasks

As a PhD student in the MicroBioRobotic Systems Laboratory at EPFL, I work on explant-based in vitro models for precision oncology. I am thrilled to join the Young Scientists Chapter of the Society for Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine, where I can learn from fellow researchers, share knowledge, and help build a supportive community for young scientists driving innovation in biomaterials and regenerative medicine.

Gabriela Da Silva André – EC Liaison

I am a PhD student in the Macromolecular Engineering Lab at ETH Zurich. My research focuses on designing and optimizing hydrogel scaffolds to develop a well-defined 3D in vitro model of cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, enabling the assessment of tumor growth and progression. In my free time, I enjoy yoga and outdoor activities such as functional outdoor training, running and hiking. Joining the SSB+RM Young Scientists team presents an opportunity to grow my network, strengthen my soft skills, and interact with a broad range of interesting people, including researchers from related fields.

Till Strunk – General Tasks

I am a PhD candidate in the Swiss Medical Additive Manufacturing research group at Basel University’s Department of Biomedical Engineering, the University Hospital and University Center for Dental Medicine of Basel. My research focuses on 3D-printed implants made of bioresorbable materials and how these can be developed for a patient-specific application in the oral- and maxillofacial surgery clinic, so directly at the point-of-care. As part of the Young Scientists team of the SSB+RM, I’m quite excited to meet and learn from like-minded peers and more experienced scientists. Outside the lab, I love spending time in the mountains hiking, climbing or skiing and when I’m in Basel, I also enjoy playing Squash and Padel or swimming in the Rhine.

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  • Angela Bonato
  • Mansoor Chaaban
  • Emma Cavalli
  • Laëtitia Galea
  • Elia Guzzi
  • Daphne Van der Heide
  • Tino Jucker
  • Lisa Krattiger
  • Yann Ladner
  • Claudia Loebel (founding member)
  • Mischa Müller (founding member)
  • Lorenza Garau Paganella
  • Antonio Sileo
  • Queralt Vallmajo Martin
  • Patrick Weber

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