Regular biography
Caitlin Maikawa is an Assistant Professor in the Department of CHEM at the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on Biological Chemistry. She can be contacted via email at caitlin.maikawa@mail.utoronto.ca, and her profile page is available at https://www.chemistry.utoronto.ca/people/directories/all-faculty/caitlin-maikawa.
Scholar-generated biography
Caitlin Maikawa is an Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto, specializing in drug delivery and biomaterials. Her research focuses on developing advanced biomaterials and drug delivery systems to enhance therapeutic outcomes. She has published extensively on injectable hydrogels for sustained drug delivery, including applications in immunotherapy, diabetes management, and vaccine delivery. Her work also explores the use of hydrogels and nanoparticles to improve the stability and efficacy of biopharmaceuticals. Additionally, she investigates the impact of environmental factors on respiratory health through studies on particulate matter and oxidative stress. Her research integrates materials science, biomedical engineering, and clinical applications to address complex health challenges.