Assoc. Prof. Dr. danyu yao yao, Bioprint , Hangzhou Dianzi University , China.
Dr. Danyu Yao is a dedicated researcher and academic specializing in biomaterials and bioprinting technologies. With an extensive publication record and a strong interdisciplinary background, Dr. Yao has contributed significantly to the advancement of 3D bioprinting, tissue engineering, and silk fibroin-based scaffolds. Affiliated with Hangzhou Dianzi University in Hangzhou, China, Dr. Yao continues to work on the intersection of biology, material science, and medical innovation. Her collaborations with leading scientists have positioned her as a reputable name in the fields of regenerative medicine and biomedical engineering. She has published in top-tier journals such as Polymers, Scientific Reports, and ACS Biomaterials.
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🎓 Education Background
Dr. Danyu Yao earned her academic qualifications with a focus on biomedical materials and tissue engineering. Her foundational training involved rigorous coursework and research on biomaterials, particularly silk fibroin and other biopolymers. She pursued her doctoral studies in biomaterials science, where she explored the use of natural polymers in regenerative applications. Throughout her education, Dr. Yao developed core competencies in cell-material interactions, scaffold design, and bio-ink formulation for 3D bioprinting. Her academic background laid a strong foundation for her interdisciplinary research approach, combining materials science, bioengineering, and clinical translation.
🏢 Professional Experience
Dr. Yao serves as a faculty member at Hangzhou Dianzi University, Zhejiang, China, where she conducts cutting-edge research in biomaterials and biofabrication. Over the years, she has collaborated with interdisciplinary teams on various funded projects, leading advancements in 3D printing for tissue engineering applications. She has also held significant roles in laboratory supervision and mentoring graduate students, contributing to the academic and research excellence of her department. Her roles extend to authoring high-impact publications and participating in national and international conferences to share her insights in bioprinting technologies.
🏅 Awards and Honors
While specific awards are not listed publicly, Dr. Danyu Yao’s consistent publication record in high-impact journals like ACS Biomaterials, Scientific Reports, and Macromolecular Bioscience reflects her recognition in the scientific community. Her work is regularly cited by peers, underscoring her influence in biomedical engineering and material sciences. Her selection for collaborative projects and inclusion in editorial contributions highlights the scientific merit and innovation she brings to her field. The frequent indexing of her work in global databases like Crossref, Scopus, and ORCID is indicative of her academic excellence and reputation.
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. Danyu Yao’s research focuses on 3D bioprinting, biomaterials development, and tissue regeneration. She is particularly renowned for her studies on silk fibroin scaffolds and hydrogel-based bio-inks. Her work integrates stress distribution modeling, scaffold optimization, and cytocompatibility analysis for medical implants. More recently, she has incorporated machine learning to predict polymer printability, advancing smart manufacturing in bioengineering. Dr. Yao’s interdisciplinary work bridges the gap between experimental biology and computational design, making significant contributions to the development of personalized and functional tissue structures in regenerative medicine.
📌 Conclusion
Dr. Danyu Yao stands out as a pioneering researcher whose work has significantly enriched the field of 3D bioprinting and biomaterials. With a strong foundation in engineering and biology, her work continues to push the boundaries of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Through academic leadership, collaborative projects, and impactful publications, she remains an influential figure in advancing science for health innovation. Her trajectory reflects a commitment to scientific discovery and translational research aimed at addressing real-world medical challenges through next-generation biomaterials.
📚 Top Publication Notes
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Machine Learning in Predicting and Optimizing Polymer Printability for 3D Bioprinting
🔹 Polymers, 2025
🔹 Cited by: Articles pending
🔹 Notes: Integrates AI into bioprinting to improve material printability—a novel approach in polymer-based tissue engineering.
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Biological 3D-printed Viscoelastic Scaffolds with Controllable Stress Relaxation Rates
🔹 International Journal of Bioprinting, 2025
🔹 Cited by: Articles pending
🔹 Notes: Focuses on tuning viscoelastic properties of scaffolds for enhanced cell behavior, significant for regenerative medicine.
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Deformation Monitoring and Stress Distribution Prediction of 3D-printed Hydroxyapatite Scaffolds
🔹 International Journal of Bioprinting, 2024
🔹 Cited by: Articles pending
🔹 Notes: Provides computational insight into the mechanical performance of bone-mimicking scaffolds.
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High-cytocompatible Semi-IPN Bio-ink with Wide Molecular Weight Distribution for Extrusion 3D Bioprinting
🔹 Scientific Reports, 2022
🔹 Cited by: 30+
🔹 Notes: Introduces semi-IPN bio-inks with superior cell viability, expanding the possibilities for live-cell printing.
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Viscoelastic Silk Fibroin Hydrogels with Tunable Strength
🔹 ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering, 2021
🔹 Cited by: 60+
🔹 Notes: Explores tunability of silk hydrogels, a crucial factor for scaffold mechanics in soft tissue applications.
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Surface Modification of Multiple Bioactive Peptides to Improve Endothelialization of Vascular Grafts
🔹 Macromolecular Bioscience, 2019
🔹 Cited by: 80+
🔹 Notes: Enhances bioactivity of vascular scaffolds, promoting endothelial cell attachment and tissue integration.
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Facile Incorporation of REDV into Porous Silk Fibroin Scaffolds for Enhancing Vascularization
🔹 Materials Science and Engineering: C, 2018
🔹 Cited by: 90+
🔹 Notes: Pioneering study in promoting vascularization using peptide-modified silk scaffolds.
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Regulating Coupling Efficiency of REDV by Controlling Silk Fibroin Structure for Vascularization
🔹 ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering, 2017
🔹 Cited by: 75+
🔹 Notes: Examines how protein structure affects vascular biomaterial functionality, important for scaffold design.
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Fabrication of Water-Stable Silk Fibroin Scaffolds Through Self-Assembly of Proteins
🔹 RSC Advances, 2016
🔹 Cited by: 120+
🔹 Notes: Foundational research on stabilizing silk fibroin—basis for numerous bioengineering applications.
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Silk Scaffolds for Musculoskeletal Tissue Engineering
🔹 Experimental Biology and Medicine, 2016
🔹 Cited by: 85+
🔹 Notes: Application of silk in orthopedic regeneration, merging biofunctionality with mechanical strength.
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Salt-Leached Silk Scaffolds with Tunable Mechanical Properties
🔹 Biomacromolecules, 2012
🔹 Cited by: 200+
🔹 Notes: One of her earliest and most cited works—sets the stage for future scaffold customization via salt-leaching techniques.