Dr. Rosalyn Abbott

Biography

Rosalyn Abbott is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. Her research focuses on the development of human adipose microenvironments that test the responsiveness to stimuli and their role in altering disease mechanisms, such as the transition from obese to insulin-resistant type II diabetic tissues. Her lab emphasizes the integration of systems-based modeling with tissue engineering and utilizes perfusion bioreactors along with mechanical studies. A significant portion of her work employs silk as a natural biomaterial to support long-term culture of adipose micro-environments in vitro. The ultimate aim of her research is to leverage adipose tissue systems to inform preventative and therapeutic measures for patients affected by metabolic syndrome. Abbott received her Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the University of Vermont and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Tufts University. She has been actively involved in various initiatives and has contributed significantly to the field of cellular agriculture and sustainable meat production, highlighting her expertise in advancing biomedical engineering applications.

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