Fiorenzo Omenetto
Professor of biomedical engineering at Tufts University and the director of Silklab. His research focuses on using silk as a material for various technological applications.
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Apr 10, 2025 • 25min
The Secrets of Silk
Fiorenzo Omenetto, a Tufts University Professor and director of Silklab, dives into the intriguing world of silk innovation. He reveals how this ancient material can revolutionize modern medicine, from silk-based microneedle patches for vaccine delivery to breakthroughs in tissue engineering. The conversation also touches on silk's role in food preservation and its transformative applications in technology. Discover how this age-old fiber is reshaping diverse industries while weaving together science, entrepreneurship, and cultural reflections.
Apr 15, 2025 • 41min
84. Silk's Surprising Superpowers: How Nature's Ancient Fiber is Revolutionizing Modern Technology
Join Dr. Fiorenzo Omenetto, the Frank C. Doble Professor of Engineering at Tufts University, as he reveals the surprising power of silk. This ancient textile isn't just for fashion; it’s transforming technology! Explore its unique properties that enable innovations in fields like medicine and environmental monitoring. Discover how collaboration across disciplines fuels groundbreaking research, redefining silk as a sustainable alternative. Dive into the future where nature-inspired materials lead the way, merging the old with the new in extraordinary ways.
