Dr. Sara Roccabianca

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sara Roccabianca studies how continuum mechanics is applied to biomaterials, with a particular focus on skin mechanics, skin growth, and remodeling processes such as pregnancy, skin expansion, surgical repair, and aging. She conducts research in non-linear solid mechanics with a specific emphasis on bifurcation theory and material instability. Throughout her academic career, she has contributed to a variety of publications that delve into the mechanical roles of glycosaminoglycans in arterial mechanics and the implications of mechanobiology on biomaterials. Her work seeks to bridge the gap between theoretical analysis and practical applications in the field of biomedical engineering.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology