Kim Research Group
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Welcome Melody and Zain to the Kim Research Group
May 20, 2025
We are pleased to welcome Melody Kosters and Zain Francis to our research team this summer. They are Biomedical Engineering students at the University of Arizona and joined our group through the Undergraduate Biology Research Program (UBRP). Melody will be involved in our ongoing studies on the effects of sound on human health, while Zain will contribute to the development of bioinspired red blood cell (RBC) materials.
Welcome aboard!
Dr. Kim Honored with Excellence at the Student Interface Award
May 15, 2025
Dr. Kim has received the Excellence at the Student Interface – Most Supportive Senior Faculty Award for the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, awarded by the College of Engineering at the University of Arizona.
The honor was announced during the 2025 MSE Pre-Commencement Ceremony in recognition of Dr. Kim’s dedication to mentoring, teaching, and student support. Congratulations to Dr. Kim on this meaningful recognition!
New Review Paper Published in Acta Biomaterialia
April 7, 2025
Our comprehensive review article, entitled "Recombinant keratin: Comprehensive review of synthesis, hierarchical assembly, properties, and applications", has been published in Acta Biomaterialia. Congratulations to Suyoung Lee for leading this work, in collaboration with Dr. Mark Van Dyke (Vice Dean for Research, College of Engineering).
Dr. Kim Leads Biomaterials Tutorial at the 2nd MateriAlZ Winter School!
January 9, 2025
We are excited to share the success of the 2nd UArizona-ASU Joint Winter School, designed for undergraduate students eager to explore the field of materials science and engineering before pursuing graduate studies. This unique program, fully supported for participating students, offered a diverse range of topics covered by esteemed faculty from both the University of Arizona and Arizona State University. Key areas included Biomaterials, Energy Materials, Semiconductors, and Additive Manufacturing.
Missed this year's event? We encourage you to join us next year for this enriching educational experience. It is a fantastic opportunity to delve into the world of materials science and engineering and connect with experts and fellow enthusiasts in the field.
Stay tuned for more information on next year's program!
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