Niels Holten-Andersen
Graduate Research Assistant, Waite-Stucky labs
Education
- Ph.D. Candidate in Biomolecular Science & Engineering, UCSB – est. 2008
- M.S. in Cell Biology from University of Copenhagen – 2003
- B.S Honours in Molecular Biology from University of Canterbury, New Zealand – 2001
- B.S. in Biology from University of Copenhagen – 2000
Research: Bioinspired Hardness Gradient Materials Through Metal-ion Crosslinking
My research focuses on characterizing the mechanical properties of the outer protective cuticle of mussel holdfast fibers as well as elucidating the underlying material composition. From this we hope new design paradigms can be distilled resulting in synthesis of better coating materials allowing protection of materials undergoing significant strain. The outcome of this research could have major impact in the field of medicine (protection of implants) and electronics (protection of flexible electronics).
Contact
holten [at] lifesci.ucsb.edu