Regular biography
Jennifer Lewis is the Hansjorg Wyss Professor of Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University's John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. She is affiliated with the Mechanical Engineering department and leads the Lewis Research Group. Her research focuses on bioengineering, materials science, and soft matter. She is involved in projects related to 3D printing, robotics, and biomedical engineering, including the development of artificial muscles and kidney systems. Her work bridges engineering and biology to address complex challenges in health and technology.
Scholar-generated biography
Jennifer A. Lewis is a researcher at Harvard University specializing in 3D printing and the fabrication of soft materials. Her work focuses on developing advanced techniques for printing functional materials, including printed electronics, bioprinting, and organ engineering. She has contributed significantly to the fields of 3D bioprinting of vascularized tissue constructs, the creation of soft, autonomous robots, and the development of self-healing materials with microvascular networks. Her research also explores the integration of 3D printing with biomedical applications, such as the biomanufacturing of organ-specific tissues and the creation of flexible, stretchable microelectrodes.