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Bioresorbable biomaterials used in medical implants, including polymers and ceramics.
Professor Fraser Buchanan graduated with a first class degree in Materials Science and Metallurgy from Imperial College, London in 1987. After spending two years at Rolls-Royce, Bristol, working in an aerospace manufacturing environment, he undertook a PhD at University of Cambridge on the topic of high temperature carbon-carbon composites. Following this he worked at Cookson Group, Oxford, developing refractory systems for handing of molten steel and decorative glazes for the tile industry. He then returned to an academic environment, working on hip and knee joint replacements at University of Nottingham.
Research Statement
Professor Buchanan started as a new lecturer in Queen's in 1998 and was appointed as Chair in Biomaterials Engineering within the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in 2010. He retired as an active researcher in 2022 and retains an emeritus professor title. He has been involved in various aspects of materials degradation research for the past 20 years. His research has more recently focused on the influence of process conditions and post-processing modifications on the performance of biomaterials such as calcium phosphate ceramics and bioresorbable polymers. His current research on calcium phopsphates focuses on two main areas. Firstly, optimising the performance of injectable calcium phosphate cements. Secondly, development of naturally derived bioresorbable calcium phosphates derived from marine algae. His research on bioresorbable polymers currently focuses on synthetic biocompatible polymers (e.g. aliphatic polyesters) such as polylactic acid (PLA) and polyglycolic acid (PGA). Projects include modification of degradation behaviour through incorporation of additives and electron beam treatment surface treatments.
Teaching
Materials 1 MEE1021 for stage 1 Mechanical, Product Design and Aerospace Engineers
Polymer Materials 3 MEE3062 for stage 3 Mechanical Engineers and Product Designers
Undergraduated projects, mainly relating the biomaterials and medical implants
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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R6595MEE: European Training Network to Develop Improved Bioresorbable Materials for Orthopaedic and Vascular Implant Applications
Lennon, A. (PI), Buchanan, F. (CoI), Malinov, S. (CoI) & Menary, G. (CoI)
18/07/2018 → …
Project: Research
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R2435PMY: 3D bioprinting for enhanced biosensing, regenerative medicine and pharmaceutical manufacture
Donnelly, R. (PI), Andrews, G. (CoI), Bell, S. (CoI), Boyd, P. (CoI), Buchanan, F. (CoI), Cao, C. (CoI), Gilmore, B. (CoI), Larrañeta, E. (CoI), Longley, D. (CoI), O'Kane, C. (CoI), Scott, C. (CoI) & Singh, T. R. R. (CoI)
12/09/2017 → 27/03/2023
Project: Research
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R8824MEE: 3D01828 - Sterilisation Challenges for Bioresorbable Medical Devices
Buchanan, F. (PI) & Cunningham, E. (CoI)
07/10/2014 → 31/08/2017
Project: Research
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An effective laser surface treatment method to reduce biofilm coverage of multiple bacterial species associated with medical device infection
McFadden, R., Quinn, J., Buchanan, F., Carson, L., Acheson, J. G., McKillop, S. & Chan, C.-W., 25 Jan 2023, In: Surface and Coatings Technology. 453, 16 p., 129092.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Investigating the regenerative potential of 3D-printed PLLGA/alginate composite scaffolds for the treatment of articular cartilage defect
Ghosh Dastidar, A., Clarke, S., Larrañeta, E., Buchanan, F., Rana, S., J Kelly, D. & Manda, K., 04 Sept 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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In vitro degradation of 3D-printed poly(L-lactide-co-glycolic acid) scaffolds for tissue engineering applications
Ghosh Dastidar, A., Clarke, S. A., Larrañeta, E., Buchanan, F. & Manda, K., 09 Sept 2023, In: Polymers. 15, 18, 18 p., 3714.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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In-vitro regenerative potential of 3D-printed PLLGA/alginate composite constructs for cartilage tissue engineering applications
Ghosh Dastidar, A., Clarke, S., Larrañeta, E., Buchanan, F., Rana, S., Kelly, D. J. & Manda, K., 27 Jun 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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3D-printed PLGA/alginate composite scaffolds for regeneration of articular cartilage
Ghosh Dastidar, A., Clarke, S. A., Buchanan, F. & Manda, K., 20 May 2022.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
Datasets
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Dataset for "Evaluation of the In Vitro Cytotoxicity and Modulation of the Inflammatory Response by the Bioresorbable Polymers Poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) and Poly(L-lactide-co-glycolide)"
Geddes, L. (Data Collector), Carson, L. (Creator), Buchanan, F. (Creator) & Themistou, E. (Creator), Queen's University Belfast, 25 Sept 2020
DOI: 10.17034/3c73fd6f-e14e-4814-8598-e558f06e7f61
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Dataset for A Comparison of the Increased Temperature Accelerated Degradation of Poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) and Poly(L-lactide-co-glycolide)
Buchanan, F. (Creator) & Geddes, L. (Data Collector), Queen's University Belfast, 14 Sept 2020
DOI: 10.17034/c2ffc8de-750a-4dbb-8a20-f12c85edd1d1
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Prizes
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Awarded "Best Paper of 2016" by the editors of Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine
Clarke, S. (Recipient) & Buchanan, F. (Recipient), 06 Sept 2017
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Best Student Oral Presentation at International Meeting of Radiation Processing (IMRP) 2016 to Lisa Davison (PhD Supervisor F Buchanan)
Buchanan, F. (Recipient), Nov 2016
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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IOM3 Young Persons' World Lecture Competition, National Heat Winner and Finalist: Hannah Little (PhD supervisor: F Buchanan)
Buchanan, F. (Recipient), 2018
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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IOM3 Young Persons' World Lecture Competition Winner: Rochelle O'Hara (PhD Supervisor: F Buchanan)
Buchanan, F. (Recipient), 2010
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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The Consular Award for Best Collaborative Research
Han, R. (Recipient), Buchanan, F. (Recipient), Julius, M. (Recipient) & Walsh, P. (Recipient), 02 Nov 2019
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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World Biomaterials Congress 2020
Buchanan, F. (Member of programme committee)
May 2020Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participation in conference
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Bioengineering in Ireland 2020: 26th annual conference
Buchanan, F. (Chair)
Jan 2020Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participation in conference
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University of Cambridge (External organisation)
Buchanan, F. (Advisor)
Jan 2020Activity: Membership types › Membership of peer review panel or committee
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PhD Thesis, External Examiner, University of Newcastle, Magnetic polymethylmethacrylate cements for hyperthermic cancer treatment
Buchanan, F. (Examiner)
08 Oct 2019Activity: Examination types › PhD external examination
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30th Annual Meeting of the European Society for Biomaterials
Buchanan, F. (Chair)
Sept 2019Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participation in conference
Impacts
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Precision Techniques for Hip Joint Replacement Surgery Improves Quality of Life for over 10,000 Patients
Orr, J. (Participant), Beverland, D. (Participant), Buchanan, F. (Participant), Hill, J. (Participant) & Sykes, A. (Participant)
Impact: Economic Impact, Health Impact