Karen Gaffney is a Senior at the University of Washington – Seattle pursuing a bachelor’s of science in Bioengineering with an Option in Data Science. She is passionate about utilizing tissue engineering as a platform for disease research. Her current research hinges on developing a 3D bone tissue model as a platform for skeletal disease research. Using a porous poly-lactic-acid polymer scaffold she is seeking to encourage cell proliferation and apply dynamic forces to encourage tissue remodeling.
Dean’s List Scholar (Fall 2019 – Present)
Mary Gates Research Scholar x2 (Fall 2019 & Winter 2021)