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Tatiana Segura is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Neurology, and Dermatology at Duke University. She received her B.S. degree in Bioengineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University. Her academic career began with a focus on biomaterials research under the mentorship of Professor Lonnie Shea, where she designed hydrogels for local non-viral gene delivery. Dr. Segura has continued to expand her research into biomaterials, with a particular emphasis on promoting repair and regeneration in soft tissues. Her lab works on innovative biomaterial interventions aimed at enhancing brain plasticity post-stroke and facilitating scarless skin healing. Professor Segura has mentored numerous young assistant professors and has served in various leadership roles, including chairing committees focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. She is a recognized leader in her field, having received prestigious awards such as the CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation and the Outstanding Young Investigator Award from the American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications and substantial funding from the National Institutes of Health, her work continues to have a significant impact on the field of Biomaterials Science.
Duke University • Durham, NC
Leading research in biomaterials engineering and soft tissue interactions.
University of California, Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA
Developed courses and directed research in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)