Nick Willett is an academic expert in regenerative medicine, musculoskeletal disease and bioengineering. His lab takes an integrative approach to understanding musculoskeletal diseases through regenerative engineering. Their work focuses on developing cell and biologic therapies to accelerate the healing of musculoskeletal injuries, investigating how mechanical forces regulate bone regeneration, and advancing novel therapeutic delivery methods. By applying these strategies, they aim to develop treatments for large-scale bone and muscle injuries, as well as post-injury osteoarthritis. Situated at the intersection of engineering and clinical science, the Willett Lab is committed to addressing complex medical challenges and improving patient outcomes.
Recent Media:
Supporting youth through health (This is Oregon Podcast, Feb. 7, 2025)
Enhancing bone healing with implantable sensors in recovery (Innovations Report, Dec. 17, 2024)
Implantable sensors are helping scientists improve injury recovery (Knight Campus, December 12, 2024)
Old Dog, New Tricks: New research seeks to repurpose immunosuppressive drug to accelerate regeneration (Knight Campus, September 2024)
Nick Willett, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact
Nick Willett
Associate Professor, Department of Bioengineering
Practice Areas: Regenerative Medicine, Musculoskeletal Disease, Bioengineering