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Johann Foster is an associate professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He holds the NSERC Canfor Industrial Research Chair in Advanced Bioproducts. His research focuses on the design and synthesis of bio-inspired functional polymers and nanocomposites. Foster has developed novel bio-derived materials that have substantial commercial potential, including applications in cartilage tissue engineering, drug-release formulations for improving tissue response, mechanically adaptive cortical implants, and fragrance release technologies. His work involves highly innovative photo-switchable nanocomposite materials with a wide range of promising applications. Over his career, he has supervised the graduation of numerous graduate and undergraduate students, and published over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles. Foster has received significant recognition for his contributions to the field, including the 2020 Kingfa Young Investigator Award and the 2021 TAPPI NANO Mid-Career Award.
University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada
Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, focusing on advanced bioproducts and nanocomposite materials.
Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.