Dr. Paul Gratzer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Paul Gratzer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Process Engineering and Applied Science at Dalhousie University, specializing in biomedical engineering. His research focuses on the development of new technologies utilizing naturally derived materials for the regeneration of soft tissues, including skin, blood vessels, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. His work includes innovative decellularization technologies, studying cell-extracellular matrix interactions, and developing biomedical devices. Gratzer's group emphasizes a collaborative approach to understand the regenerative capacity of the human body, enhancing natural wound healing and tissue regeneration. He actively works with surgeons, nurses, and healthcare workers to translate laboratory findings into effective clinical applications. Paul is also the founder and CEO of DeCell Technologies Inc., a company dedicated to commercializing research on decellularization technologies to create advanced tissue products for wound healing and surgical reconstructions. Through his expertise, he aims to address significant clinical needs, particularly for chronic foot ulcers in diabetic patients and reconstructive surgery.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-09-01 — Present

Dalhousie University • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Research and teach in the field of biomedical engineering, focusing on tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.

Founder, President, CEO

2012-01-01 — Present

DeCell Technologies Inc. • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Lead a company that translates decellularization technology research into commercial wound healing products.