The people behind the pioneering work of POLINA will be spotlighted through the “Meet the partners” campaign. This series will showcase the dedicated professionals who drive the innovation and excellence of the project. Various team members will be highlighted giving insights into their vital roles and contributions.

The first spotlight comes from the Coordinator of POLINA, Professor Andreas Heise, from Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) in Dublin, Ireland.

Professor Heise is a distinguished faculty member at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences (RCSI) and serves as the Project Coordinator for POLINA. With an extensive background in biomaterials science and biomedical engineering, Prof. Heise leads the development of lithographic patterning technologies crucial for our advanced biomedical applications.

Under his expert guidance, POLINA is pioneering the integration of lithographic techniques for creating innovative tracheal implants and spheroid models. His work is not only pushing the boundaries of what is possible in medical technology but is also paving the way for transformative solutions in patient care.

Prof. Heise is passionate about POLINA’s mission to harness cutting-edge technology for medical advancements. He believes that “POLINA uniquely draws on fundamental science and advanced processing technology to deliver clinically translatable impact.”

Watch the short interview and stay tuned as we continue to unveil more of the remarkable minds behind POLINA!