Prof. Dr. Berit Zeller-Plumhoff, professor of Data-Driven Analysis and Design of Materials at the University of Rostock, will give a presentation in the topic
"Using machine learning and computational modelling in biomaterials research"
as part of the VAC Colloquium.
Afterwards we look forward to discussions while enjoying coffee and cookies.
The event is open to anyone interested.
Abstract:
The development of new biomaterials and in particular implant materials is critical to resolve the socioeconomic challenges posed by demographic changes. Biodegradable implants made of magnesium-based alloys are of particular interest, as they degrade in the body while the tissue that they support is healing. However, the development and testing of these alloys needs to undergo numerous steps before they can be tested clinically, as the degradation process is highly complex and the implant interacts with its biochemical environment. Machine learning and computational modelling can support these testing steps by accelerating image analysis and enabling predictive modelling of certain phenomena. I will give an overview of the work we have recently performed and directions of future research in which machine learning methods will play a major role to improve (bio)materials development.
Speaker Bio
2007–2013 Mathematics (BSc+MSc) at TUM
2013–2016 PHD in Bioengineering/Materials science at the University of Southampton
2016–2020 Postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Metallic Biomaterials at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon
2021-2024 Head of the Imaging and Data Science Department at the Institute for Metallic Biomaterials at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon
2024 Habilitation in Materials Science at Kiel University
Since 1 August 2024 Professor of Data-Driven Analysis and Design of Materials at UR
Since 1 January 2025 Acting Head of the Institute of Metallic Biomaterials at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon