
Overview
Background
Dr Lisbeth Grondahl's research interests are in the areas of Biomaterials Science and Tissue Engineering. In particular, she works on the development of novel materials and on surface modification of materials for improved bioactivity.
Current projects include:
- Surface modification of biodegradable scaffolds for tissue engineering
- Production of drug delivery devices for accelerated bone regeneration
- Development of composite materials for use as bone biomaterials
Availability
- Professor Lisbeth Grondahl is:
- Available for supervision
- Media expert
Fields of research
Research interests
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Biomaterials Science
Works
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2009
Journal Article
Time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry study of the orientation of a bifunctional diblock copolymer attached to a solid substrate
Jasieniak, Marek, Suzuki, Shuko, Monteiro, Michael, Wentrup-Byrne, Edeline, Griesser, Hans J. and Grondahl, Lisbeth (2009). Time-of-flight secondary ion mass spectrometry study of the orientation of a bifunctional diblock copolymer attached to a solid substrate. Langmuir, 25 (2), 1011-1019. doi: 10.1021/la802016b
2009
Conference Publication
Improved alginate based hydrogels for articular cartilage replacement
Aparna Jejurikar, Lawrie, Gwendolyn A., Martin, Darren J. and Grondahl, Lisbeth (2009). Improved alginate based hydrogels for articular cartilage replacement. 8th World Biomaterials Conference, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 28 May 2008 - 1 June, 2008. Red Hook, N.Y. U.S.A.: Curran Associates, Inc..
2009
Conference Publication
Modification and characterisation of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene
Chandler-Temple, A., Grondahl, L., Wentrup-Byrne, E. and Whittaker, A. K. (2009). Modification and characterisation of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene. 3rd Indo-Australian Conference on Biomaterials, Implants, Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine; in conjunction with 19th Annual Conference of the Australasian Society for Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Sydney, Australia, 21-23 January 2009.
2009
Journal Article
Osteoblasts up-regulate the expression of extracellular proteases following attachment to Poly(β-hydroxybutyrate-co-β-hydroxyvalerate)
Kumarasuriyar, Arjuna, Grondahl, Lisbeth, Nurcombe, Victor and Cool, Simon M. (2009). Osteoblasts up-regulate the expression of extracellular proteases following attachment to Poly(β-hydroxybutyrate-co-β-hydroxyvalerate). Gene, 428 (1-2), 53-58. doi: 10.1016/j.gene.2008.09.020
2008
Conference Publication
Combining chemistry and biology to create stable bio-nanohydroxyapatite towards load-bearing applications
Rai, Bina, Grondahl, Lisbeth and Trau, Matt (2008). Combining chemistry and biology to create stable bio-nanohydroxyapatite towards load-bearing applications. 8th World Biomaterials Congress 2008, WBC 2008, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 28 May - 1 June 2008. Red Hook, NY United States: Curran Associates.
2008
Conference Publication
In vitro mineralization of phosphate-containing polymers
Grøndahl, Lisbeth, Suzuki, Shuko and Wentrup-Byrne, Edeline (2008). In vitro mineralization of phosphate-containing polymers. 8th World Biomaterials Congress 2008, WBC 2008, , , May 28, 2008-June 1, 2008.
2008
Journal Article
Adsorption of well-defined fluorine-containing polymers onto poly(tetrafluoroethylene)
Suzuki, S., Whittaker, M.R., Wentrup-Byrne, E., Monteiro, M.J. and Grondahl, L. (2008). Adsorption of well-defined fluorine-containing polymers onto poly(tetrafluoroethylene). Langmuir, 24 (22), 13075-13083. doi: 10.1021/la802300q
2008
Journal Article
Expanded poly(tetrafluoroethylene): From conception to biomedical advice
Chandler-Temple, Adrienne F., Grøndahl, Lisbeth and Wentrup-Byrne, Edeline (2008). Expanded poly(tetrafluoroethylene): From conception to biomedical advice. Chemistry in Australia, 75 (8), 3-6.
2008
Journal Article
Combining chemistry and biology to create colloidally stable bionanohydroxyapatite particles: Toward load-bearing bone applications
Rai, B., Grondahl, L. and Trau, M. (2008). Combining chemistry and biology to create colloidally stable bionanohydroxyapatite particles: Toward load-bearing bone applications. Langmuir, 24 (15), 7744-7749. doi: 10.1021/la8005212
2008
Journal Article
Bionanohydroxyapatite/Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) composites with improved particle dispersion and superior mechanical properties
Rai, B., Noohom, W., Kithva, P.H., Grondahl, L. and Trau, M. (2008). Bionanohydroxyapatite/Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) composites with improved particle dispersion and superior mechanical properties. Chemistry of Materials, 20 (8), 2802-2808. doi: 10.1021/cm703045u
2008
Journal Article
Influence of a diene impurity on the molecular structure of phosphate-containing polymers with medical applications
Grondahl, Lisbeth, Suzuki, Shuko and Wentrup-Byrne, Edeline (2008). Influence of a diene impurity on the molecular structure of phosphate-containing polymers with medical applications. Chemical Communications, 2008 (28), 3314-3316. doi: 10.1039/b803223h
2008
Book Chapter
Surface modification using RF oxygen plasma in tissue engineering
Lee, K.Y., Cooper-White, J.J., Keen, I. and Grondahl, L. (2008). Surface modification using RF oxygen plasma in tissue engineering. Tissue Engineering: Roles, Materials and Applications. (pp. 259-274) edited by Barnes, S.J. and Harris, L.P.. New York: Nova Science Publishers Inc.
2008
Conference Publication
In vitro protein adsorption and pro-inflammatory response to grafted membranes
Grondahl, L., Chandler-Temple, A., Cassady, A. I. and Kingshott, P. (2008). In vitro protein adsorption and pro-inflammatory response to grafted membranes. 8th World Biomaterials Congress 2008 (WBC 2008), Amsterdam, Netherlands, 28 May - 1 June 2008. London, United Kingdom: University of London, Department of Materials.
2007
Journal Article
The in vivo assessment of a novel scaffold containing heparan sulfate for tissue engineering with human mesenchymal stem cells
Luong-Van, E, Grondahl, L, Song, SJ, Nurcombe, V and Cool, S (2007). The in vivo assessment of a novel scaffold containing heparan sulfate for tissue engineering with human mesenchymal stem cells. Journal of Molecular Histology, 38 (5), 459-468. doi: 10.1007/s10735-007-9129-y
2007
Journal Article
Interactions between alginate and chitosan biopolymers characterized using FTIR and XPS
Lawrie, G, Keen, I, Drew, B, Chandler-Temple, A, Rintoul, L, Fredericks, P and Grondahl, L (2007). Interactions between alginate and chitosan biopolymers characterized using FTIR and XPS. Biomacromolecules, 8 (8), 2533-2541. doi: 10.1021/bm070014y
2007
Journal Article
FT-IR spectroscopy of fluoro-substituted hydroxyapatite: strengths and limitations
Rintoul, L, Wentrup-Byrne, E, Suzuki, S and Grondahl, L (2007). FT-IR spectroscopy of fluoro-substituted hydroxyapatite: strengths and limitations. Journal of Materials Science-materials In Medicine, 18 (9), 1701-1709. doi: 10.1007/s10856-007-3052-3
2007
Journal Article
Investigations into poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) surface properties causing delayed osteoblast growth
Keen, I., Raggatt, L.J., Cool, S.M., Nurcombe, V., Fredericks, P., Trau, M. and Grondahl, L. (2007). Investigations into poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) surface properties causing delayed osteoblast growth. Journal of Biomaterials Science-polymer Edition, 18 (9), 1101-1123. doi: 10.1163/156856207781554046
2007
Journal Article
Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) composite biomaterials for bone tissue regeneration: In vitro performance assessed by osteoblast proliferation, osteoclast adhesion and resorption, and macrophage proinflammatory response
Cool, SM, Kenny, B, Wu, A, Nurcombe, V, Trau, M, Cassady, AI and Grondahl, L (2007). Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate) composite biomaterials for bone tissue regeneration: In vitro performance assessed by osteoblast proliferation, osteoclast adhesion and resorption, and macrophage proinflammatory response. Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A, 82A (3), 599-610. doi: 10.1002/jbm.a.31174
2007
Journal Article
In vitro biocompatibility and bioactivity of microencapsulated heparan sulfate
Luong-Van, E, Grondahl, L, Nurcombe, V and Cool, S (2007). In vitro biocompatibility and bioactivity of microencapsulated heparan sulfate. Biomaterials, 28 (12), 2127-2136. doi: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2007.01.002
2007
Conference Publication
In vitro mineralization of phosphate containing polymer ad-layers
Suzuki, Shuko, Rintoul, Llew, Monteiro, Michael J., Wentrup-Byrne, Edeline and Grondahl, Lisbeth (2007). In vitro mineralization of phosphate containing polymer ad-layers. 233rd ACS National Meeting, Chicago, United States, 25-29 March 2012. Washington, United States: American Chemical Society.
Funding
Current funding
Supervision
Availability
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Fabrication of sulfated alginate nano-particles for protein delivery
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Simon Cool, Dr Ali Shokoohmand
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Doctor Philosophy
Optimization of engineered scaffolds for improved scaffold integration, tissue growth, repair and functional regeneration
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Justin Cooper-White, Dr Ali Shokoohmand
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Doctor Philosophy
Developing a new and efficient lapping process for brittle and hard materials
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Mingyuan Lu
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Doctor Philosophy
Fabrication and Mechanical Characterization of Scratch-resistant Polyester-based Nanocomposite Coatings
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Mingyuan Lu
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Doctor Philosophy
Developing micromechanical testing protocols for bilayer and multilayer nanocomposite coatings
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Mingyuan Lu
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Doctor Philosophy
An In Vitro Human iPSC-Based Model for Understanding the Roles of Ageing & Mechanotransduction in Rotator Cuff Tendon Healing
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Justin Cooper-White
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Doctor Philosophy
Developing high performance nanocomposite coatings for manufacturing domestic appliances
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Heitzmann, Dr Grant Edwards, Professor Darren Martin
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Doctor Philosophy
An In Vitro Human iPSC-Based Model for Understanding the Roles of Ageing & Mechanotransduction in Rotator Cuff Tendon Healing
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Justin Cooper-White
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Doctor Philosophy
Regenerative engineering solutions for rotator cuff repair using stem cells and bioactives
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Simon Cool, Professor Justin Cooper-White
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Development of a particle system for enamel remineralisation
Principal Advisor
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Surface modification of polycaprolactone for biomedical applications
Principal Advisor
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Novel hydrogels for delivery of cancer drugs
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Whittaker, Dr Changkui Fu
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Development and in vitro evaluation of a targeted nanotherapeutic system for bone metastasised breast cancer
Principal Advisor
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
Zinc- and strontium-substituted hydroxyapatite: synthesis and effect on osteoclastic activity
Principal Advisor
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Composite alginate hydrogels for biomedical applications
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Gwendolyn Lawrie
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Degradable polyester carbonate biomaterials for application in vascular regeneration
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Justin Cooper-White, Professor Andrew Whittaker
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Radiation Induced Grafting of Expanded Fluoropolymer Materials
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Darren Martin
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
An investigation into the surface modification of nanohydroxyapatite for the development of composite scaffolds
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Justin Cooper-White
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Optimizing the surface properties of biodegradable scaffolds for bone tissue engineering
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Justin Cooper-White
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Biomineralisation and the Role of Polyelectrolytes: An Investigation into the Crystal Growth of Hydroxyapatite in the Presence of Polyelectrolyte Additives
Principal Advisor
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2011
Doctor Philosophy
Development of hydrogel biomaterials for articular cartilage replacement
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Gwendolyn Lawrie, Professor Darren Martin
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2007
Doctor Philosophy
SURFACE MODIFICATION OF AN EXPANDED POLY (TETRAFLUOROETHYLENE) IMPLANT
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Whittaker
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2009
Doctor Philosophy
Heparan sulphate releasing biomaterials for tissue engineering
Joint Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Simon Cool
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Cellulose Nanofibre and Nanopaper: Structure-property-processing Relationship and Green Surface Modification
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Nasim Amiralian, Professor Darren Martin
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Synthesis of novel inhibitors of heparan sulfate-binding proteins
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Vito Ferro
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Synthesis of new metal-organic frameworks via a hierarchical self-assembly approach
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Jack Clegg
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Development of self-assembled hydrogels for stem cell based tissue engineering applications
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Justin Cooper-White
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Encapsulation of Lactoferrin in Alginate Micro-gel Particles to Improve Stability and Release Properties
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bhesh Bhandari, Professor Nidhi Bansal
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Development of Methods for Plasma Polymerization of Surfaces in Two and Three Dimensions for Tissue Engineered Interfaces
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Justin Cooper-White
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Novel biodegradable foams for biomedical and dental applications formed from supercritical CO2
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Andrew Whittaker
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2007
Doctor Philosophy
DEVEOPMENT A LOAD-BEARING NANOCOMPOSITE BIODEGRADABLE SCAFFOLD FOR USE IN BONE TISSUE ENGINEERING
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Matt Trau
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2007
Doctor Philosophy
IN VITRO AND IN VIVO CHARACTERIZATION OF CELLULAR RESPONSES TO PHBV AND HYDROXYAPATITE/PHBV COMPOSITES AS BONE BIOMATERIALS
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Matt Trau
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- Nano-composites, Biomaterials, Polysaccharide hydrogels
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