1. Dr Ing. Joseph Buhagiar, PhD Department of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering University of Malta, Malta
Expertise in:
Corrosion Science: With specialisation in the testing of metallic biomaterials;
Cytocompatibility: With specialisation in the testing of metallic biomaterials by MTT;
Material Characterisation: With specialisation in XRD, Roughness, Nano-indentation and SEM;
Surface Engineering: With specialisation in the characterisation and testing of surfaces;
Degradable Alloys: With specialisation on the characterisation and testing of Fe-based alloys

2. Expected benefits and activities during participation in BIONECA:
Share experience with groups who use biomaterials for Cardiology and Neurology;
Learn about applications of bio-degradable metallic alloys for use in Cardiology;
Would like to learn about surface engineering and corrosion requirements of biomaterials used in Cardiology and Neurology;
Would like to share experience in corrosion testing and surface engineering of biomaterials for cardiological and neurological applications;
Would like to learn about the biomaterial requirements in contact with stem cells for brain disease applications;
Would like to gather innovative combination of partners for new projects` applications;
Would like to be involved in European project applications as a collaborating partner.
Foreseen maximum contribution in WG1 - Processing of Biomaterials