Dr. Alma Banigo is a Postdoctoral Research Scientist with a focus on cell and tissue engineering, currently working at the University of Twente in Enschede, Netherlands. With a robust background in developing cell-laden hydrogels and coaxial bioprinting, Dr. Banigo has conducted significant research on tyramine-modified hydrogels for tissue engineering. They hold a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Twente, where they also excelled as a lecturer and researcher. Dr. Banigo’s expertise extends to biomaterials, biofabrication, and microscopy, complemented by strong skills in problem-solving and project management. They have received notable awards, including the Bonny Kingdom Education Trust Fund PhD Scholarship, and have contributed to various conferences in regenerative medicine.
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Profile Overview: Alma Banigo, currently a Postdoctoral Research Scientist at the University of Twente, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the field of tissue engineering and biomaterials. With a strong technical foundation in cell and tissue engineering, biomaterials, and biofabrication, Alma has made significant contributions through both academic research and practical applications.
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Dr. Alma Banigo is pursuing a PhD in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands, with an expected completion date of July 2024. Their research focuses on dextran and hyaluronic acid hydrogels for tissue engineering applications. Dr. Banigo holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Bedfordshire, Luton, United Kingdom, where they completed their thesis on the production of recombinant PI3Kinase C2Ć C2 domain molecules and were awarded the Department of Life Science Prize. They also earned a Bachelor of Science in Plant Science and Biotechnology from the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, where their thesis was on the anatomical, physiological, and cytological studies of Manihot esculenta. During their undergraduate studies, Dr. Banigo received scholarships from the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas Limited and Shell Petroleum Development Company Limited.
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Dr. Alma Banigo has been a PhD Researcher at the Department of Developmental BioEngineering, University of Twente, since February 2020. In this role, they have developed cell-laden hydrogel bioinks for coaxial bioprinting, with a focus on tyramine-modified hydrogels for tissue engineering applications. Dr. Banigo is currently preparing for their thesis defense and has also provided mentorship to a bachelor student. Prior to this, they served as a Lecturer II in Biomedical Engineering at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria, from June 2015 to January 2020. There, they taught Biomedical Engineering and Bioinformatics courses, managed academic resources, and supervised student research projects. Additionally, Dr. Banigo worked as a Direct Sales Agent at First City Monument Bank in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, from July 2014 to June 2015, where they marketed bank products and provided customer service.
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Awards:
Dr. Alma Banigo has been awarded the Bonny Kingdom Education Trust Fund (BKETF) PhD Scholarship, which supports their doctoral research from January 2020 to July 2024. Additionally, they were recognized as the Best Class Adviser of the Year 2018 by the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, for their exceptional guidance and support to students.
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Title: Cissus Populnea Fiber – Unsaturated Polyester Composites: Mechanical Properties and Interfacial Adhesion
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Title: Nanobiosensors: Applications in Biomedical Technology
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Title: Application of Biomaterials in Tissue Engineering: A Review
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Title: Girl-Child and Women: Education and Empowerment for Sustainable Development
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Title: Phytochemical Analysis of Aqueous Methanolic Extract of Acanthospermum hispidium and Its Effect on Biochemical and Hematological Indices in Plasmodium falciparum Infected Rats