Dr. Marc Bohner

Biography

Marc Bohner is a leading scientist in the field of biomaterials, particularly bioceramics and bone substitute materials. He has a background in materials science and earned his PhD at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology of Lausanne (EPFL), focusing on calcium phosphate-based bone cements. Since 1998, he has been a key figure at the RMS Foundation, having led various research groups including 'Skeletal Substitutes' and 'Bioceramics & Biocompatibility'. He currently heads the 'Research Knowledge Transfer' group. His research predominantly centers on the development, characterization, and applications of calcium phosphate-based biomaterials, bone graft substitutes, and drug delivery systems. He is an internationally recognized expert with over 140 peer-reviewed publications, an H-index exceeding 56, and more than 500 citations annually. Marc has given around 150 invited lectures worldwide and actively contributes to the scientific community through editorial roles, including as an editor for Acta Biomaterialia. His contributions have garnered prestigious recognitions such as the George Winter Award from the European Society for Biomaterials and an honorary doctorate from Uppsala University. Additionally, he has played a significant role in professional organizations, including serving as president of the GRIBOI association and holding leadership positions in biomaterials societies. His work has led to multiple patents for commercially available biomaterials, showcasing the impact of his research on both academia and industry.

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