Effects of Plasma Treatment on Natural Materials, Particularly Collagen Matrices, for Health-Related Biotechnology Applications

PROJECT COST:

782 610$

PRIMA CONTRIBUTION:

313 044$

PROJECT DETAILS:

The goal of this project is to develop new plasma surface treatments specifically designed for collagen-based matrices, for various applications in health-related technologies.

The rejection of biomaterials and implants remains a significant challenge, affecting approximately 30% of implanted devices. Natural materials produced by living organisms, such as polysaccharides and collagen, represent promising strategies for regenerative and reconstructive medicine.

Collagen is one of the most valuable biomaterials for biotechnology applications and has great potential in surgery, including cardiac, vascular, orthopedic, aesthetic, and cosmetic applications. A collaborative research team led by the Laboratory of Biomaterials and Bioengineering at Université Laval (CRC-I), including two leading Quebec industrial partners, Plasmionique Inc. and TissueGraft srl, will support the development of this three-year research project. The project will also provide training opportunities for four postdoctoral fellows, one PhD student, two master’s students, and eight undergraduate students.

This project will strengthen Canada’s position in the design and development of next-generation biomaterials.