Congratulations to Sir Dr. Cato Laurencin on receiving the Bioactive Materials Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his pioneering contributions to biomaterials, regenerative engineering, and translational medicine.

Established in 2020, the Bioactive Materials Lifetime Achievement Award honors excellence in research and development while serving as a catalyst for advancing the field, fostering international collaboration, and inspiring innovation.

Dr. Laurencin’s visionary work has defined the field of regenerative engineering, bridging engineering, biology, and medicine to create transformative clinical solutions. At UConn, he holds joint appointments in Orthopedic Surgery, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, and Biomedical Engineering.

Widely recognized as the founder and pioneer of regenerative engineering, Dr. Laurencin is an expert in biomaterials science, stem cell technology, and nanotechnology, and was named one of the 100 Engineers of the Modern Era by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers.

Read more about this well-deserved recognition on UConn Today.