Education
PhD in Biomaterials Science, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology
Subjects
Tissue Engineering, Regenerative Medicine, Cardiovascular Biology, Biomaterials Science, Musculoskeletal Biology
Achievements
2nd University Rank in MSc Medical Biochemistry (Mahatma Gandhi University); Top 5 Rank in BSc Biochemistry (University of Kerala); Gold Medal for Best PhD Thesis (2015), Society for Polymer Science India; Young Scientist Award (2012), Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment; JECS Trust Award (2013); over 120 publications; 15+ years of research experience
About
Dr. Finosh G. Thankam is a biomedical scientist, educator, and translational researcher specializing in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and cardiovascular and musculoskeletal biology. He is an Assistant Professor at Western University of Health Sciences and a Visiting Scientist at UCLA, with a research career integrating biomaterials science, molecular biology, stem cell biology, and advanced omics technologies. His doctoral work on biodegradable polymeric materials for cardiac implants laid the groundwork for his contributions to cardiac regeneration.
Discipline
Life Sciences & Health
Academic Achievements
15+ years of experience in research. Ph.D. in Biomaterials Science from Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology with a focus on biodegradable polymeric materials and cardiac tissue engineering. Secured 2nd University Rank in M.Sc. Medical Biochemistry from Mahatma Gandhi University and Top 5 Rank in B.Sc. Biochemistry from University of Kerala. Recipient of the Gold Medal for Best Ph.D. Thesis (2015) from Society for Polymer Science India. Awarded the Young Scientist Award (2012) by Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment for innovative research in tissue engineering. Honored with the JECS Trust Award (2013) for international scientific contribution and conference participation. Established a strong publication record with numerous peer-reviewed articles in cardiovascular biology, regenerative medicine, and biomaterials science. Developed translational research expertise integrating stem cells, hydrogels, and large animal models for cardiac and musculoskeletal disease therapy. Demonstrated excellence in academic leadership, teaching, and mentorship, training school level, UG, PG, and PhD students while contributing to grants, peer review, and scientific dissemination.
Teaching & Mentoring Experience
15+ years
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