In this episode we chat with Dr. Aaron Dingle, a visionary in the field of tissue engineering and limb transplantation. From the University of Wisconsin, Aaron unravels the complexities of developing artificial limbs and neuroprosthetics, sharing how advancements in this area can drastically improve the lives of those with lost limbs. Fueled by impactful personal experiences and a fascination with science fiction, Dr. Dingle provides insights into the symbiotic relationship between science fiction fantasies and real-world technological innovations, reflecting on the influence of films like Star Wars on his career trajectory.
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Aaron opens up about his daily grind and long-term goals, highlighting the challenges of translating laboratory successes into clinically viable solutions. The episode is not just about science; it's about persistence, creativity, and the constant quest for knowledge. Peppered with humor and grounded in reality, our discussion offers an inside look at the tireless efforts to mend the human body through the extraordinary potential of regenerative medicine.
Dr. Aaron Dingle has a Ph.D in vascular tissue engineering from the University of Melbourne's O'Brien Institute of Microsurgery in Melbourne Australia. He is currently a Senior Scientist and Co-Director of the Microsurgery and Regenerative Medicine Lab at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, USA.
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Dr. Aaron Dingle’s Laboratory Website
https://www.surgery.wisc.edu/research/researchers-labs/microsurgery-and-regenerative-medicine-lab/
Microsurgery Website
https://microsurgeryeducation.org/
Prosthetic Hand History
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4128433/
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