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Laurent Kreplak is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Atmospheric Science at Dalhousie University. He specializes in the study of protein assemblies and their unique mechanical properties, particularly focusing on collagen fibrils. His research employs both bottom-up and top-down approaches to design peptides that self-assemble into filamentous structures with predicted mechanical properties. Kreplak's work encompasses multidisciplinary projects and often involves collaboration with trainees from various backgrounds including chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and engineering. Among his latest projects, he is developing atomic force microscopy based techniques to investigate the damage mechanisms of single collagen fibrils. His work has been published in numerous prestigious journals, showcasing the structural and mechanical characteristics of collagen and other protein fibers.