My broad research interests include biomaterial-tissue interactions, evaluation of implant performance both in vivo and in vitro, development and refinement of surgical interventions, as well as expanding the understanding of specific disease progressions and treatments. My expertise spans both in vivo and in vitro assessments, the development and refinement of surgical techniques, and preclinical surgical models as a means to understanding disease mechanisms and therapeutic strategies. My experience encompasses a range of analytical techniques, including biomechanical testing, advanced imaging analysis, histological evaluation, functional testing of blood components, potentiodynamic corrosion and metallurgical assessment. Specific research interests include the biomechanical evaluation of nucleus pulposus replacements, the influence of bone graft substitutes/implant material variations/growth factors on spinal fusion, novel treatments for critically sized bone defects, the application of platelet-rich plasma, advancements in rotator cuff repair and fracture fixation, the properties and applications of PMMA (bone cement), the assessment of vascular devices, and the analysis of implant/bone micromotion under load, interaction of resorbable metals and host, among other projects My overarching goal is to provide expert guidance and facilitate innovative research that will advance our understanding and ultimately lead to improved patient outcomes.