Jeffrey Karp

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Jeffrey Karp
Jeffrey Karp
NationalityAmerican
Alma materMcGill University, University of Toronto
Known forBiomedical engineering, Drug delivery systems, Tissue engineering
Scientific career
FieldsBioengineering, Regenerative medicine
InstitutionsBrigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School



Jeffrey Karp is an American bioengineer and a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. He is also a principal investigator at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. Karp is known for his work in biomedical engineering, particularly in the fields of drug delivery systems and tissue engineering.

Education[edit | edit source]

Karp received his undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He then completed his Ph.D. in Bioengineering at the University of Toronto.

Career[edit | edit source]

After completing his Ph.D., Karp joined the faculty at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital. His research focuses on developing innovative solutions for medical challenges, particularly in the areas of regenerative medicine, drug delivery, and biomaterials.

Research and Contributions[edit | edit source]

Karp's research has led to significant advancements in several areas:

  • **Drug delivery systems**: Karp has developed novel methods for delivering drugs more effectively to targeted areas in the body.
  • **Tissue engineering**: His work in this field aims to create artificial tissues and organs that can be used for transplantation.
  • **Regenerative medicine**: Karp's research includes developing techniques to repair or replace damaged tissues and organs.

Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]

Karp has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field of bioengineering, including recognition from various scientific organizations and institutions.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Karp resides in Boston, Massachusetts, where he continues his research and teaching activities.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD