Dr Mandeep Kaur Marwah

Supervisor Details

Contact Details

Scientific Background

Research Interests

My research focuses on developing novel, smart drug delivery systems to achieve precise and effective therapeutic delivery while minimising side effects and improving patient outcomes. I design 3D-printed microneedles, nanocarriers, and bioengineered hydrogels that open new possibilities for treating complex conditions. My work integrates a wide range of techniques, including 3D printing, advanced polymer formulation, HPLC for drug stability and release, and texture analysis for mechanical characterisation. On the biological side, I use 3D in vitro models, such as skin equivalents for wound healing and blood–brain barrier co-cultures for targeted neurological delivery, combined with cell imaging, ELISA for biomarker profiling, drug–cell uptake assays, and interaction studies. These platforms are applied across diabetes management, wound healing, and drug-resistant epilepsy, aiming to translate innovative science into safer, more effective therapies that directly benefit patients.

Research Groups

Aston Research Centre for Health in Ageing (ARCHA)

Translational Medicine Research Group

Supervision Style

In three words or phrases: Outcome-oriented, supportive, collaborative.

Provision of Training

I prefer to take responsibility for your technical training at first, requesting support from colleagues with other specialities where necessary, leading to more independence later. I encourage exploration, multidisciplinary collaboration and understanding in method development.

Progression Monitoring and Management

I will set out my expectations of your progression on a weekly/monthly basis. If these progression criteria are not met, we will always discuss a plan of action together to ensure you are able to reach your full potential. I believe in creating a healthy attitude around research, so I support students to manage their time and their research progress effectively.

Communication

I am known to email my team/PhD students at all hours of the day and sometimes the evening, however I will not expect you to do the same to ensure you maintain a work/life balance. I am happy to discuss any issues, science or otherwise, that are impacting your ability to fulfil your potential and to offer support. I am happy to be contacted on my mobile phone to discuss any issues arise especially ones that require urgent attention.

Meetings

PhD Students can expect scheduled meetings with me at least once per week. These meetings will be a mixture of face to face, via video chat or telephone. I am usually contactable for an instant response (if required) on every working day.

Working Pattern

The timing of work in my lab is completely flexible, and (other than attending pre-arranged meetings), I expect students to manage their own time.

Notice Period for Feedback

I need at least 1 week’s notice to provide feedback on written work of up to 5000 words.

MIBTP Project Details

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BBSRC Research Themes:

Sustainable Agriculture and Food (Animal Health and Welfare,Microbial Food Safety,Plant and Crop Science)
Renewable Resources and Clean Growth (Bio-energy,Industrial Biotechnology)
Understanding the Rules of Life (Immunology,Microbiology,Neuroscience and Behaviour,Plant Science,Soil Science,Stem Cells,Structural Biology,Systems Biology)
Integrated Understanding of Health (Ageing,Diet and Health,Pharmaceuticals,Regenerative Biology)

Project Outline

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