SkIN Canada Research Map

Machine learning and predictive modeling; epidemiologic and observational study design; database and registry-based research; systematic reviews and meta-analysis; medical education research and curriculum development; community-based participatory research

Observational Studies, Disease Registries, Population based / Administrative database research, Health Policy, Validation of clinical tools and diagnostic codes, Clinical Trials.

Cosmetic Dermatology, Filler Complications, Safety with Cosmetic Procedures.

In vitro disease modeling using patient-derived cells (psoriasis, diabetic ulcers, rosacea, etc.)

Single cell genomics, high resolution microscopy, cell culture and small and large animal models of wound healing.

Atomic Force Microscopy, Collagen, Tissue remodeling, Biomechanics of the skin, Glycation, Multivariate analysis

My laboratory works at the interface of medicine, pharmacy and materials science with the main objective of improving drug efficacy, and patient compliance as well as develop innovative minimally invasive diagnostic devices. More in particular my research interests include the design of polymeric microneedles for the non-invasive transdermal delivery of on-purpose designed diagnostic and therapeutic agents as well as new nanoparticulate and bio-conjugates platforms for the targeted delivery of biotherapeutic agents. My laboratory possess key knowledge for design of new devices as well as for their evaluation both in vitro and in vivo.

Epidemiology, clinical trials, health services research, systematic reviews, reporting guidelines, research quality.