1. Prof. Rui L. Reis, CEng, MSc, PhD, DSc, MD (Doctor h
Prof. Rui L. Reis, CEng, MSc, PhD, DSc, MD (Doctor h.c) Vice-Rector of University of Minho Full Professor of Tissue Engineering, Regenerative Medicine & Stem Cells Director 3B´s Research Group Director of the PT Government Associate Laboratory ICVS/3B’s, Portugal
Expertise in:
Basic Principles of Tissue Engineering
Marine Biomaterials
Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in Biomaterials & TERM Research
Biomimetic and Biostructive Surfaces
Development of 2D and 3D Polymeric Structures for Biomedical Applications
Bio Functionality Assessment
Human and Animal Cells Sources
Most relevant publications:

2. Expected benefits and activities during participation in BIONECA:
Share experience with groups who use biomaterials, nanoparticles and scaffodls for cells and drugs delivery;
Share experience, infrastructures and scientific equipments;
Would like to learn from groups who are experienced in clinical trials;
Would like to from groups who are experienced in regulatory issues;
Would like share knowledge on biomaterials and stem cells for neurodegenerative and cardiovascular diseases;
Would like to create different synergies to build up new consortia for preparing different applications to EC.
Foreseen maximum contribution: in WG1 and 3