Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D.
About Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D.
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. - Title and Roles
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. is an inventor, founder, and Chief Scientific Officer. He is a board certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist with extensive expertise in the fields of wound healing, stem cells, bone marrow research, bioengineered skin, and dermatology. His career spans more than 30 years, during which he has led innovative research and served in multiple prominent roles within the medical and scientific communities.
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. - Background in Dermatology and Pathology
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. has over three decades of experience in dermatology and pathology. He has been focused particularly on the histologic evaluation of wounds and has worked with bioengineered skin materials for more than 25 years. His contributions to the understanding and application of bone marrow stem cells in wound healing have positioned him as a pioneering figure in the field. He was among the first to describe how bone marrow cells traffic and engraft to wounded skin, as well as the restoration of skin structures by these stem cells.
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. - Research and Development in Stem Cell Therapies
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. has been instrumental in advancing stem cell therapies for wound healing. He has been the principal investigator on protocols delivering stem cells to wounds for more than 15 years and was the first to describe the delivery of bone marrow stem cells to chronic wounds in humans. His work has led to being awarded three Investigational New Drugs (INDs) by the FDA for the delivery of stem cells to patients. His expertise in bone marrow stem cells dates back to his time as a graduate student working on erythroid progenitors.
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. - Key Publications and Research Contributions
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. has published and presented numerous findings from his research. His studies span preclinical models for wounds including rodent and pig models. His early work on the trafficking and engraftment of bone marrow cells to wounded skin has significantly contributed to the field of wound healing and regenerative medicine. Additionally, his research continues to shape the understanding and application of bioengineered skin and stem cell therapy in clinical settings.
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. - Roles in Consultation and Advisory Committees
Evangelos V. Badiavas, Ph.D., M.D. has served as a consultant and NIH study section member, providing his extensive knowledge and expertise on projects related to wound healing and stem cell therapies. He has also played a role as a moderator for various wound-based and stem cell research projects. His insights and contributions are highly valued in the scientific community, shaping future research directions and therapeutic applications.