PhD Scholar at Chitkara University, India
Dr. Bahareh Azimi is a distinguished researcher in the field of Textile Engineering, specializing in Textile Chemistry and Fiber Science. With a passion for advancing materials science applications in medicine, she focuses on developing innovative therapeutic strategies using polymeric nanofibers and nanoparticles. Her research is dedicated to improving health outcomes through cutting-edge technology and materials.
Professional Profile
🎓 Education
Dr. Bahareh Azimi holds a Ph.D. in Textile Engineering with a focus on Textile Chemistry and Fiber Science from Amirkabir University of Technology, completed between September 23, 2010, and November 23, 2014, in Tehran, Iran. She also has an equivalent Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering (Curriculum in Chemistry and Materials Engineering) issued by the University of Pisa, Italy. Additionally, Dr. Azimi earned her Master’s Degree in Textile Engineering (Textile Chemistry and Fiber Science) from Amirkabir University of Technology from September 23, 2007, to October 24, 2009, and completed her Bachelor’s degree in the same field at the University of Yazd from September 23, 2003, to September 6, 2007.
🏢 Work Experience
Dr. Azimi is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Civil and Industrial Engineering at the University of Pisa since September 16, 2024. Her previous roles include a postdoctoral position in the Department of Surgical, Medical, Molecular, and Critical Area Pathology at the University of Pisa, where she focused on manufacturing and characterizing piezoelectric polymer nanofibers for cochlear implants. She has also worked on circular management of operating room waste in orthopedics and traumatology and has contributed to various projects involving the production of polymeric and composite nanofibers. Notably, she was a postdoctoral researcher at the Brazilian National Research Council, where she developed polymeric films with luminescent nanocrystals for dosimetric applications.
🧬 Skills
Dr. Azimi possesses advanced skills in electrospinning technology, materials characterization, and the development of biomimetic scaffolds. Her expertise extends to polymer and composite materials for tissue engineering applications, particularly in regenerative medicine. She is proficient in both experimental and theoretical methodologies, allowing her to address complex biomedical challenges effectively.
Awards and Honors 🏆
In 2024, Dr. Azimi received funding for her project titled “Artificial Intelligence Enabled Electrospinning Approach to Fight Pulmonary Cancer” through the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions-Seal of Excellence@UNIPI. This recognition underscores her innovative contributions to research and her commitment to addressing significant health challenges.
Membership 🤝
Dr. Azimi is an active member of various professional organizations related to Textile Engineering and materials science. Her memberships facilitate collaboration with peers and access to the latest advancements in her field, contributing to her continuous professional development.
Teaching Experience 📚
Dr. Azimi has experience in teaching and mentoring students in Textile Engineering, focusing on subjects related to textile chemistry and materials science. Her engaging teaching style and dedication to student success have made her a respected educator in her academic community.
🔬 Research Focus
📚 Publication
- Antifouling Properties of Electrospun Polymeric Coatings Induced by Controlled Surface Morphology
- Authors: Favrin, F.L., Zavagna, L., Sestini, M., Batoni, G., Danti, S.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Energy and Environmental Materials
- Electrospun Fiber-Based Tubular Structures as 3D Scaffolds to Generate In Vitro Models for Small Intestine
- Authors: Zavagna, L., Canelli, E.F., Azimi, B., Milazzo, M., Danti, S.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Macromolecular Materials and Engineering
- Development and Characterization of Sodium Alginate-Based Bio-hybrid Super Absorbent Polymer with High Retention Capacity Suitable for Baby Diapers
- Authors: Ismaeilimoghadam, S., Jonoobi, M., Hamzeh, Y., Seggiani, M., Danti, S.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Journal of Polymers and the Environment
- Piezoelectric Yield of Single Electrospun Poly(acrylonitrile) Ultrafine Fibers Studied by Piezoresponse Force Microscopy and Numerical Simulations
- Authors: Montorsi, M., Zavagna, L., Scarpelli, L., Danti, S., Labardi, M.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Polymers
- Remnant polarization and structural arrangement in P(VDF-TrFE) electrospun fiber meshes affect osteogenic differentiation of human mesenchymal stromal cells
- Authors: Azimi, B., Labardi, M., Sorayani Bafqi, M.S., Persano, L., Danti, S.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Materials and Design
- Recent advances in biomaterials for tissue-engineered constructs: Essential factors and engineering techniques
- Authors: Norouzi, S., Saveh Shemshaki, N., Norouzi, E., Aboudzadeh, M.A., Bagherzadeh, R.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Materials Today Chemistry
- Bacterial Cellulose Electrospun Fiber Mesh Coated with Chitin Nanofibrils for Eardrum Repair
- Authors: Azimi, B., Rasti, A., Fusco, A., Danti, S., Lazzeri, A.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Tissue Engineering – Part A
- Self-Powered Nanostructured Piezoelectric Filaments as Advanced Transducers for New Cochlear Implants
- Authors: Mokhtari, F., Danti, S., Azimi, B., Varley, R.J., Razal, J.M.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Energy and Environmental Materials
- Emerging Multiscale Biofabrication Approaches for Bacteriotherapy
- Authors: Rovelli, R., Cecchini, B., Zavagna, L., Batoni, G., Danti, S.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Molecules
- Application of Cellulose-Based Materials as Water Purification Filters; A State-of-the-Art Review
- Authors: Azimi, B., Sepahvand, S., Ismaeilimoghadam, S., Jonoobi, M., Danti, S.
- Year: 2024
- Journal: Journal of Polymers and the Environment