Dr. Gordana Vunjak-Novakovic

Dr. Vunjak-Novakovic is an elected member of all three US National Academies (Medicine, Engineering, Sciences) and directs Columbia's Laboratory for Stem Cells and Tissue Engineering.

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Documented research interests and leadership

Research areas: Tissue Engineering, Stem Cells, Organ-on-a-Chip, Regenerative Medicine
Academic position: University Professor & Mikati Foundation Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Primary university source: Official directory entry ↗
Recruitment status: Not verified. Leadership profile does not imply active vacancies or assistantship availability.

Supervision and contact

Students interested in graduate or doctoral research supervision in Tissue Engineering, Stem Cells, Organ-on-a-Chip are advised to consult formal department application channels.

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official university directory records reviewed 2026-10-14. Faculty recruitment and admissions require formal application.

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