Our recent publication in ATVB, was selected for the journal’s front cover! The featured image showcases myocardial fiber remodeling in response to pulmonary hypertension.

The TTEB Lab warmly congratulates Camilo, Mario, Russell, Sachita, and Vanditha on their graduation from the Biomedical Engineering undergraduate program at USF. We wish you all great success in your future endeavors!

Our latest collaborative work with the University of Toronto, titled “Right ventricular stiffening and function are associated with main pulmonary artery remodeling in a rat model of pulmonary hypertension,” was just published in the ATVB journal as a "Featured" article. 

Congratulations to Camilo on receiving the Barbara J. Lancor Outstanding Achievement Award in recognition of his academic, research, and service contributions at USF. 

Congratulations to Camilo and Russel on receiving the Osypka Biomedical Engineering Award for Capstone project, 2025, titled Design and Development of a Scar Reduction Device for Breast Surgery Patients.” A design that emphasized usability, comfort, and evidence-based functionality shaped by end-user feedback.

Congratulations to Azin on receiving the Dr. Mark A. Bauer Memorial Scholarship at the University of South Florida. 

This scholarship recognizes outstanding achievement in exemplifying academic excellence, advancing high-level research, and embodying compassion through a steadfast commitment to serving others.

We were honored to host a group of USF Alumni in our lab this April. Guests were welcomed with a series of project presentations by individual lab members, each highlighting their research focus and progress. Demonstrations of instrumentation, guided conversations toward real-world applications in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.  

The TTEB Lab is proud to announce that construction is underway for our new lab space in the Interdisciplinary Sciences (ISA) building at the University of South Florida. This expansion marks an exciting step forward, providing enhanced facilities and dedicated space to support the growth of our tissue engineering research and innovation. 

The TTEB Lab is proud to highlight the recent accomplishments of Addison, a student researcher whose work within the lab has gained significant recognition. Addison earned 2nd place at her HOSA Regional Competition, securing a spot at the upcoming state-level event. She also received 1st place in her category at the regional science fair, advancing to the State Science and Engineering Fair.

At the state level, Addison was honored with the Regeneron Biomedical Engineering Award and the In Vitro Society for Science Award, which includes access to their scientific journal. Additionally, she was selected for an observer ship at the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) this May—an exceptional opportunity to engage with leading researchers from around the world.

The TTEB Lab congratulates Addison on her achievements and looks forward to supporting her continued success in biomedical research.

During the recent Town and Gown event, distinguished senior members of the USF Tampa Town & Gown Club visited the TTEB Lab, where members provided an overview of ongoing research in tissue engineering and biomaterials. The visit included demonstrations of scaffold fabrication, marking a valuable opportunity to strengthen connections and expand awareness of the lab’s work beyond the academic community. 

Congratulations to Meghnaa for defending her M.Sc. in Biotechnology and graduating in Spring 2025. 

Dr. Latifi was invited to deliver a featured presentation titled "Next Generation Functional Tissue Replacements: Heart Valves and Vasculature" at the USF Tampa Town & Gown Spring event, where she shared our Lab’s innovative research with a broader community audience, including distinguished USF alumni and affiliates.

The event served as a dynamic outreach opportunity, sparking thoughtful conversations, fostering new connections, and showcasing the real-world impact of biomedical engineering. It also reaffirmed the lab’s dedication to bridging cutting-edge academic research with public understanding and community health through accessible science communication and collaborative engagement.

Congratulations to Dr. Latifi on being recognized by USF President Rhea Law during her 2024 Fall Address!