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Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Sciences Center of Economic Excellence

 

Inception:
2007

About the CoEE:

This CoEE conducts research in tissue-engineered materials and implantable devices that will help the thousands of people who suffer from orthopedic maladies each year. Research and clinical activities center on new materials to optimize rehabilitation and reconstruction of damaged joints caused by orthopedic disorders and exercise- and sports-related injuries. Focus areas for this CoEE’s research include cellular engineering, rehabilitation and performance sciences, epidemiology and clinical translation, and education in the rehabilitation field.

The CoEE complements several of USC’s existing strengths, including its nationally prominent exercise science and bioengineering programs.

 

Smith and Nephew, a global leader in the development and marketing of medical devices, is a participant in this CoEE.

Funding level:
$5 million

CoEE endowed chair:

Chair Name   Status
CoEE Endowed Chair in Reconstructive Methodologies and Materials   Actively recruiting


 

 

 

 
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Latest News

star New Centers of Economic Excellence Approved
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Outstanding research centers are a powerful magnet for technology companies. CoEE is focused on building outstanding research centers at the state’s universities

 

 

 

 
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