Dr. Flávia Medeiros Savi 🧬
Dr. Flávia Medeiros Savi is a distinguished researcher at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering in the Regenerative Medicine group. Her expertise spans the intricate domains of biomedical engineering and medical physics, with a primary focus on advancing tissue regeneration through innovative 3D printed implants.
🎓 Education and Academic Background
Dr. Savi earned her PhD in Biomedical Engineering and Medical Physics from QUT, Australia, where she also completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science at UNISUL, Brazil.
🔬 Research Focus and Contributions
As an NHMRC Postdoctoral Research Fellow at QUT, Dr. Savi pioneers the characterization and evaluation of 3D printed implants, particularly in treating segmental bone defects and facilitating breast reconstruction in large animal models. Her research integrates cutting-edge methodologies such as histological, immunohistochemical, and microscopic analyses to elucidate the complexities of bone tissue engineering.
🏆 Accolades and Awards
Dr. Savi’s contributions have been recognized globally, including prestigious awards like the QUT Science in Focus Image Competition Research Choice award for her work titled “Bone Jungle.” She has been instrumental in securing significant research grants, such as the Australia-Germany Joint research cooperation scheme and various QUT ECR Seed Grants.
🌍 International Collaborations
Her collaborative efforts extend internationally, evidenced by her tenure as a Chief Investigator at the Max Planck Queensland Centre for the Materials Science of Extracellular Matrices in Brisbane, Australia, and her postdoctoral research stint at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces in Golm, Germany.
🔍 Skills and Expertise
She possesses exceptional skills in advanced computational methods for quantitative analysis of 3D printed implants, along with expertise in biocompatibility testing and histological evaluation techniques critical for tissue engineering advancements.
🏅 Professional Affiliations
Dr. Savi maintains active involvement in professional societies and consortia, contributing significantly to the interdisciplinary dialogue on tissue morphogenesis and biomaterials.