Oral and Poster Presentations–2005

Total = 89    * = presenter

BMES (1)

Marra, K.G.,* Santiago, L.Y., Clavijo, J.A., “Delivery of Adipose-derived Stem Cells for Peripheral Nerve Repair,” BMES National Meeting, Baltimore, MD on Oct 1, 2005.

IFATS (5)

Aksu, A.E.;* Rubin, J.P.; Dudas, J.R.; Marra, K.G. “Impact of Gender and Harvest Depot on the Induction of Osteogenic Differentiation of
Human Adipose-derived Stem Cells,” International Fat Applied Technology Society (IFATS), Charlottesville, VA on September 13, 2005.

Lee, W.C.;* Rubin, J.P.; Maul, T.M.; Vorp, D.A.; Marra, K.G. “Effects of Uniaxial Cyclic Strain on Adipose-derived Stem Cell Morphology,
Proliferation, and Differentiation,” International Fat Applied Technology Society (IFATS), Charlottesville, VA on September 12, 2005.

DeFail, A.J.;* Clavijo, J.; Marra, K.G.; Taieb, A.; Badylak, S.; Bennett, J.M.; Rubin, J.P. “FGF-2 Delivery Enhances Adipose-Derived Stem
Cell Survival and Improves Vascularization in Soft Tissue Formation,” International Fat Applied Technology Society (IFATS), Charlottesville,
VA on September 11, 2005.

Dudas, J.R.; Losee, J.E.; Cooper, G.M.; Penascino, V.M.; Mooney, M.P.; Rubin, J.P.; Jiang, S.; Marra, K.G.* "Osteogenic potential of
adipose-derived stem cells for repair of the pediatric cranial vault,".International Fat Applied Technology Society (IFATS), Charlottesville, VA
on September 10-13, 2005 (poster).

Kokai, L.E.;* Sammak, P.J.; Rubin, J.P.; Jane, E.; Marra, K.G. “Adipose Stem Cells as Autologous Feeder Cells for Human Embryonic Stem
Cells,” International Fat Applied Technology Society (IFATS), Charlottesville, VA on September 13, 2005.

Forum on Fundamental Surgical Problems (1)

Sacks JM,* Kuo Y, Taieb A, Breitinger J, Feili-Hariri M, Lee WPA. Dendritic Cells Prolong the Survival of Rat Hind-limb Allografts. Presented at the 56th Annual Sessions of the Forum on Fundamental Surgical Problems. October 16-20, 2005. San Francisco, California.

Department of Surgery Research Day (4)

Sacks JM,* Kuo Y , Taieb A, Breitinger J, Feili-Hariri M, Lee WPA, "Dendritic cells prolong the survival of rat hind-limb allografts," University
of Pittsburgh Department of Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on April 27, 2005 (poster).

Lee, C.;* Rubin, J.P.; Vorp, D.A.; Maul, T.; Marra, K.G. “Smooth Muscle Cell Differentiation of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells,” University of
Pittsburgh Department of Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on April 27, 2005 (poster).

Brayfield, C.A.;* Marra, K.G.; Cui, X.T.; Leonard, J.P.; Kline, J.E.; McKeel, D.; Gerlach, J. “Novel Three-Dimensional Neuronal Cell
Culture Technology Platform,” University of Pittsburgh Department of Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on April 27, 2005 (poster).

Santiago, L.Y.;* Clavijo, J.A.; Martik, N.; Marra, K.G. “A Novel Biomimetic Polymeric Guide for Peripheral Nerve Repair,” University of
Pittsburgh Department of Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on April 27, 2005 (poster).

PTEI Symposium (1)

Heemstra, P.H.; Rubin, J.P.; Marra, K.G., “Evaluation of Adipose-Derived Stem Cell Proliferation and Apoptosis with Varying Age, Gender
and Fat Depot,” Pittsburgh Tissue Engineering Initiative Summer Research Symposium, Pittsburgh, PA on August 5, 2005 (poster).

Regenerate 2005 (6)

Santiago, L.Y.;* Clavijo, J.A.; Martik, N.; Marra, K.G. "A Novel Biomimetic Polymeric Guide for Peripheral Nerve Repair," Regenerate 2005, Atlanta, GA on June 3, 2005.

Brayfield, C.A.;* Marra, K.G.; Cui, X.T.; Leonard, J.P.; Kline, J.E.; McKeel, D.; Gerlach, J. "Novel Three-Dimensional Compartmentalized In Vitro Culture Model for Neuronal Cells," Regenerate 2005, Atlanta, GA on June 3, 2005.

Clavijo, J.A.; Marascalco, P.J.;* Kameneva, M.V.; Lee, W.P.A. "Nanomolar Concentrations of Blood Soluble Drag Reducing Polymers Improve Survival of Random Pedicled Flaps," Regenerate 2005, Atlanta, GA on June 2, 2005.

Lee, W.C.;* Maul, T.; Vorp, D.; Rubin, J.P.; Marra K.G. "Smooth Muscle Cell Differentiation of Adipose-derived Stem Cells (ASCs)," Regenerate 2005, Atlanta, GA on June 3, 2005 (poster).

DeFail, A.J.;* Lee, W.C.; Matthews, S.L.; Edington, H.D.; Marra, K.G. "Microsphere Delivery System for Breast Cancer Therapies," Regenerate 2005, Atlanta, GA on June 2, 2005.

Yap, S.;* Crisan, M.; Logar, A.;, Marra, K.G.; Rubin, J.P.; Huard, J.; Giacobino, J.-P.; Peault, B. "Myogenic Capacity of Human White Adipose Tissue Endothelial Cells," Regenerate 2005, Atlanta, GA on June 2, 2005.

2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day (24)

Weniger, F.G.;* Dudas, J.R.; O'Toole, J.; Song, A.Y.; Rubin, J.P. "Efficiency and Patient Satisfaction in Body Contouring Clinics: Evidence-based Modifications and Outcomes," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Brayfield, C.A.;* Marra, K.G.; Cui, X.T.; Leonard, J.P.; Kline, J.E.; McKeel, D.; Gerlach, J. "Novel Three-Dimensional Compartmentalized In Vitro Culture Model for Neuronal Cells," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

DeFail, A.J.;* Lee, W.C.; Matthews, S.L.; Edington, H.D.; Marra, K.G. "Microsphere Delivery System for Breast Cancer Therapies," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Mason, A.C.;* Jiang, S.; Hua, L.B.; Lawrence, R.; Losee, J.E. "Factors Impacting Deformational Plagiocephaly," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Nguyen, D.;* Shestak, K.C. "Double Opposing Peri-Areola Advancement (DOPA) Flap Nipple Reconstruction," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Sacks, J.M.;* Kuo, Y.-R.; Breitinger, J.; Taieb, A.; Hariri, M.F.; Lee, W.P.A. "Short-Term Low Dose Immunosuppressive Agents Increase Composite Tissue Allograft Survival: A Preliminary Study," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Agha-Mohammadi, S.;* Hurwitz, D. "Post-Bariatric Breast Reshaping: The Spiral Flap," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Song, A.Y.;* Jean, R.D.; Hurwitz, D.J.; Fernstrom, M.H.; Scott, J.A.; O'Toole, J.P.; Rubin, J.P. "Classification of Deformities after Massive Weight Loss: The Pittsburgh Rating Scale," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Chen, A.H.;* Song, A.Y.; O'Toole, J.P.; Rubin, J.P. "Choosing the Right DVT Prophylaxis in the Massive Weight Loss Patient, " 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Taieb, A.;* Breitinger, J.; Shufesky, W.; Morelli, A.; Lee, W.P.A.; Feili-Hariri, M. "Intrinsic Ability of GM+IL4 Dendritic Cells from Rats to Induce T Cell Hyporesponsiveness: Implications for the Treatment of Composite tissue Allograft Rejection, " 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

O'Toole, J.P.;* Rubin, J.P.; Song, A.Y.; Agha-Mohammadi, S. "Correction of the Complex Breast Deformity in the Post-Bariatric Patient," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Valerio, I.;* Sacks, J.M.; Sajjadian, A.; Askari, M.; Kormos, R.; Manders, E.K. "Omental Transposition and Bilateral Pectoralis Major Advancement Flaps for Salvage of Infected Ventricular Assist Devices, " 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Noorchashm, N.;* Deleyiannis, F.W.B.; Weinberg, S.M.; Neiswanger, K.; Brandon, C.; Scott, N.M.; Bardi, K.M.; Cooper, M.E.; Vieira, A.R.; Murray, J.C.; Marazita, M.L. "A Study of Candidate Markers for Oral-Facial Clefts in Guatemalan Families," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Wachtman, G.S.;* Neiss, J.H.; Manders, E.K. "A Geometric Exploration of the Z-Plasty," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Wooten, A.;* Newton, E.D. "Medial Calcaneal Artery Flap for Reconstruction of Heel Defects," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Aksu, A.E.;* Rubin, J.P.; Dudas, J.R.; Marra, K.G. "In Vitro Characteristics ofHuman Adipose-Derived Stem Cells: Impact of Different Variables on the Induction of Osteogenic Differentiation," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Rubinstein, R.E.;* Pollak, I.; Losee, J.E. "Growing Skull Fractures of the Orbit," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Wong, A.K.;* Stofman, G.M. "Breast Deformity After Chest Tube Thoracostomy as a Neonate," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Neavin, T.;* Sajjadian, A. "Quantitatively Defining Attractiveness of the Female Periorbital Region," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Nguyen, V.;* Taieb, A.; Sacks, J.M.; Breitinger, J.M.; Clavijo, J.A.; Kim, H.; Hariri, M.F.; Lee, W.P.A. "Allopeptide-pulsed Dendritic Cells and Composite Tissue Allograft Survival," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

McLean, K.M.;* Sacks, J.M.; Kuo, Y.-R.; Wollstein, R.; Lee, W.P.A. "Anatomic Landmarks to the Superficial and Deep Palmar Arches," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Lee, E.;* Deleyiannis, F.W.B.; Gastman, B.; Nguyen, D. "Critiera for Flap Selection for the Reconstruction of Mandibular Defect," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Gastman, B.R.;* Han, J.; Zeevi, A.; Goldstein, L.A.; Rabinowich, H. "Disruption of Mcl-1/Bim Complex in Granzyme B-Mediated Mitochondrial Apoptosis," 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Ramineni, P.;* Gentile, V.G.; Sajjadian, A.; Tang, C.-K. "Effect of Topical Mitomycin on Cutaneous Scar - An Animal Pilot Study, " 2nd Annual Plastic Surgery Research Day, Pittsburgh, PA on June 1, 2005.

Plastic Surgery Research Council (6)

Sacks, J.M.;* Kuo, Y.-R.; Hariri, M.F.; Breitinger, J.; Lee, W.P.A. "Short-Term Low Dose Immunosuppressive Agents Increase Composite Tissue Allograft Survival: A Preliminary Study," Plastic Surgery Research Council, Toronto, Canada on May 18, 2005 (poster).

Taieb, A.;* Breitinger, J.; Morelli, A.; Lee, W.P.A.; Feili-Hariri, M. "Bone Marrow-Derived GM+IL-4 Dendritic Cells Induce T Cell Hyporesponsiveness: Implications for the Induction of Allograft Survival," Plastic Surgery Research Council, Toronto, Canada on May 18, 2005.

Clavijo, J.A.;* Marascalco, P.J.; Kameneva, M.V.; Lee, W.P.A. "Blood Soluble Drag Reducing Polymers Improve Survival of Random Pedicled Flaps," Plastic Surgery Research Council, Toronto, Canada on May 18, 2005.

Weniger, F.G.; Zivaljevic, N.; Dudas, J.R.;* Lee, W.P.A.; Imbriglia, J.E. "Factors Affecting Efficiency and Patient Satisfaction in Hand Surgery Clinics," Plastic Surgery Research Council, Toronto, Canada on May 18, 2005.

Santiago, L.Y.;* Clavijo, J.A.; Martik, N.; Marra, K.G. "A Novel Biomimetic Polymeric Guide for Peripheral Nerve Repair," Plastic Surgery Research Council, Toronto, Canada on May 18, 2005 (poster).

Jiang, S.;* Gordon, C.; Cooper, G.M.; Girotto, J.; Mooney, M.P.; Losee, J.E. "Demineralized Bone Matrix and Resorbable Plate Bilaminate: A Novel to Treat Full Thickness Pediatric Calvarial Defects," Plastic Surgery Research Council, Toronto, Canada on May 18, 2005 (poster).

Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons (20)

Dudas, J.R.;* Losee, J.E.; Cooper, G.M.; Penascino, V.M.; Mooney, M.P.; Rubin, J.P.; Jiang, S.; Marra, K.G. "Adipose-derived Stem Cell Osteogenesis for Repair of the Pediatric Cranial Vault," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.
*Winner, Best Overall Paper

Mason, A.C.;* Jiang, S.; Hua, L.B.; Lawrence, R.; Losee, J.E. "Factors Impacting Deformational Plagiocephaly," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Rubinstein, R.E.;* Pollak, I.; Losee, J.E. "Growing Skull Fractures of the Orbit," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Taieb, A.;* Breitinger, J.; Shufesky, W.; Morelli, A.; Lee, W.P.A.; Feili-Hariri, M. "Intrinsic Ability of GM+IL4 Dendritic Cells from Rats to Induce T Cell Hyporesponsiveness: Implications for the Treatment of Composite tissue Allograft Rejection," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.
*Winner, First Place Science Paper

Jiang, S.;* Pollack, I.; Girotto, J.; Gordon, C.; Losee, J.E. "Demineralized Bone Matrix and Resorbable Plate Laminate: A Novel Way of Reconstructing the Criticial-sized Pediatric Calvarial Defects," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Gastman, B.R.;* Han, J.; Zeevi, A.; Goldstein, L.A.; Rabinowich, H. "Disruption of Mcl-1/Bim Complex in Granzyme B-Mediated Mitochondrial Apoptosis," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Gastman, B.;* Ford, M.; Deleyiannis, F.W.-B.; Vecchione, L.; Jiang, S.; Losee, J.E. "Conversion Furlow Palatoplasty: Salvage of Speech After Straight-Line Palatoplasty and "Incomplete IVVP," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Nguyen, V.;* Taieb, A.; Sacks, J.M.; Breitinger, J.M.; Clavijo, J.A.; Kim, H.; Hariri, M.F.; Lee, W.P.A. "Allopeptide-pulsed Dendritic Cells and Composite Tissue Allograft Survival," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Sacks, J.M.;* Kuo, Y.-R.; Hariri, M.F.; Breitinger, J.; Lee, W.P.A. "Dendritic Cells Prolong the Survival of Rat Hind-Limb Allografts," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.
*Winner, Second Place Science Paper

Clavijo, J.A.;* Marascalco, P.J.; Kameneva, M.V.; Lee, W.P.A. "Blood Soluble Drag Reducing Polymers Improve Survival of Random Pedicled Flaps," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Noorchashm, N.;* Deleyiannis, F.W.B.; Weinberg, S.M.; Neiswanger, K.; Brandon, C.; Scott, N.M.; Bardi, K.M.; Cooper, M.E.; Vieira, A.R.; Murray, J.C.; Marazita, M.L. "A Study of Candidate Markers for Oral-Facial Clefts in Guatemalan Families," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

McLean, K.M.;* Sacks, J.M.; Kuo, Y.-R.; Wollstein, R.; Lee, W.P.A. "Anatomic Landmarks to the Superficial and Deep Palmar Arches," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.
*Winner, Second Place Clinical Paper

Valerio, I.;* Sacks, J.M.; Sajjadian, A.; Askari, M.; Kormos, R.; Manders, E.K. "Omental Transposition for Infected Ventricular Assist Devices," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Wooten, A.;* Newton, E.D. "Medial Calcaneal Artery Flap for Reconstruction of
Heel Defects," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Neavin, T.;* Sajjadian, A. "Quantitatively Defining Attractiveness of the Female Periorbital Region," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Chen, A.H.;* Song, A.Y.; O'Toole, J.P.; Rubin, J.P. "Choosing the Right DVT Prophylaxis in the Massive Weight Loss Patient, " Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

O'Toole, J.P.;* Rubin, J.P.; Song, A.Y.; Agha-Mohammadi, S. "Correction of the Complex Breast Deformity in the Post-Bariatric Patient," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.
*Winner, First Place Clinical Paper

Agha-Mohammadi, S.;* Hurwitz, D. "Post-Bariatric Breast Reshaping: The Spiral Flap," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.
*Winner, Best Overall Paper

Ramineni, P.;* Gentile, V.G.; Sajjadian, A.; Tang, C.-K. "Effect of Topical Mitomycin on Cutaneous Scar - An Animal Pilot Study," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

Dudas, J.R.;* Deleyiannis, F.W.-B.; Ford, M.D.; Jiang, S.; Losee, J.E. "Diagnosis And Treatment Of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency After Cleft Palate Repair: Clinical Utility Of Speech Pathology And Videofluoroscopic," Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons, Aurora, OH on May 13, 2005.

American Association of Plastic Surgeons (1)

Weniger, F.G.; Zivaljevic, N.; Dudas, J.R.;* Lee, W.P.A.; Imbriglia, J.E. "Factors Affecting Efficiency and Patient Satisfaction in Hand Surgery Clinics," American Association of Plastic Surgeons, Scottsdale, AZ, on May 11, 2005.

Society for Biomaterials (1)

DeFail, A.J.;* Clavjio, J.; Rubin, J.P.; Badylak, S.; Bennett, J.M.; Taieb, A.; Marra, K.G. "Fibroblast Growth Factor-2 Encapsulated Microspheres for Soft Tissue Regeneration," Society for Biomaterials National Conference, Memphis, TN on April 27, 2005 (poster).

Ivy Society (7)

Sacks, J.M.;* Kuo, Y.-R.; McLean, K.; Wollstein, R.; Lee, W.P.A "Anatomic Relationship Among Median Nerve Thenar Branch, Superficial Palmar Arch and Transverse Carpal Ligament," Robert S. Ivy Society, King of Prussia, PA on April 16, 2005.

Clavijo, J.A.;* Marascalco, P.J.; Kameneva, M.V.; Lee, W.P.A. "Blood Soluble Drag Reducing Polymers Improve Survival of Random Pedicled Flaps," Robert S. Ivy Society, King of Prussia, PA on April 16, 2005.
*Winner, Best Scientific Paper

Taieb, A.;* Breitinger, J.; Morelli, A.; Lee, W.P.A.; Feili-Hariri, M. "Bone Marrow-Derived GM+IL4 Dendritic Cells Induce T cell Hyporesponsiveness: Implications for the inductions of Allograft Survival," Robert S. Ivy Society, King of Prussia, PA on April 16, 2005.

Mason, A.C.;* Jiang, S.; Hua, L.B.; Lawrence, R.; Losee, J.E. "Factors Impacting Deformational Plagiocephaly: A Retrospective Review of 105 Cases at a Children's Hospital," Robert S. Ivy Society, King of Prussia, PA on April 16, 2005.

Nguyen, V.;* Taieb, A.; Breitinger, J.M.; Sacks, J.M.; Clavijo, J.A.; Kim, H.; Hariri, M.F.; Lee, W.P.A. "Allopeptide-pulsed Dendritic Cells and Composite Tissue Allograft Survival, Robert S. Ivy Society, King of Prussia, PA on April 16, 2005.

Agha-Mohammadi, S.;* Hurwitz, D. "Post-Bariatric Breast Reshaping: The Spiral Flap," Robert S. Ivy Society, King of Prussia, PA on April 16, 2005.

Jiang, S.;* Losee, J.E. "Conversion Furlow Palatoplasty: Salvage of Speech after Straight-Line Palatoplasty and Incomplete IVVP," Robert S. Ivy Society, King of Prussia, PA on April 16, 2005.

Midwestern Tissue Engineering Consortium

Dudas, J.R.;* Losee, J.E.; Cooper, G.M.; Penascino, V.M.; Mooney, M.P.; Rubin, J.P.; Jiang, S.; Marra, K.G. "Adipose-derived Stem Cell Osteogenesis for Repair of the Pediatric Cranial Vault," Midwestern Tissue Engineering Consortium, Cleveland, OH on April 16, 2005.

Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons (1)

Nguyen, V.;* Taieb, A.; Breitinger, J.M.; Sacks, J.M.; Clavijo, J.A.; Kim, H.; Hariri, M.F.; Lee, W.P.A. "Composite tissue allograft survival using allopeptide-pulsed dendritic cells," Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons, January 2005, Naples, FL
*Winner Best Basic Science Research Paper

MIRM Retreat (6)

Santiago, L.Y.;* Clavijo, J.A.; Rubin, J.P.; Marra, K.G. "Peripheral Nerve Repair Using Adipose-derived Stem Cell Seeded Conduits," McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine Retreat, Farmington, PA, on March 7, 2005 (poster).

DeFail, A.J.;* Clavijo, J.; Rubin, J.P.; Badylak, S.; Bennett, J.M.; Taieb, A.; Marra, K.G. "Adipose-Derived Stem Cells and FGF-2 Biodegradable Microspheres in Soft Tissue Formation," McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine Retreat, Farmington, PA on March 7, 2005 (poster).

Brayfield, C.A.;* Marra, K.G.; Cui, X.T.; Leonard, J.P.; Kline, J.E.; McKeel, D.; Gerlach, J. "Novel Three-Dimensional Neuronal Cell Culture Technology Platform," McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine Retreat, Farmington, PA on March 7, 2005 (poster).

Kokai, L.E.;* Sammak, P.; Rubin, J.P.; Marra, K.G. "Adipose-Derived Adult Stem Cells and their Potential as a Source of Neuronal Progenitor Cells," McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine Retreat, Farmington, PA on March 7, 2005 (poster).

DeFail, A.J.; Lee, C.; Matthews, S.; Edington, H.E.;* Marra, K.G. "Polymer Delivery Systems for Adjuvant Cancer Therapy," McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine Retreat, Farmington, PA on March 7, 2005 (poster).

Lee, C.;* Rubin, J.P.; Vorp, D.A.; Maul, T.; Marra, K.G. "Smooth Muscle Cell Differentiation of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells," McGowan Institute for Regenerative Medicine Retreat, Farmington, PA on March 7, 2005 (poster).

University of Pittsburgh Engineering Recruitment Poster Symposium (4)

DeFail, A.J.;* Clavijo, J.; Rubin, J.P.; Badylak, S.; Bennett, J.M.; Taieb, A.; Marra, K.G. "Adipose-Derived Stem Cells and FGF-2 Biodegradable Microspheres in Soft Tissue Formation," University of Pittsburgh Engineering Recruitment Poster Symposium, Pittsburgh, PA on February 26, 2005 (poster).

Lee, C.;* Rubin, J.P.; Vorp, D.A.; Maul, T.; Marra, K.G. "Smooth Muscle Cell Differentiation of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells," University of Pittsburgh Engineering Recruitment Poster Symposium, Pittsburgh, PA on February 26, 2005 (poster).

Kokai, L.E.;* Sammak, P.; Rubin, J.P.; Marra, K.G. "Adipose-Derived Adult Stem Cells and their Potential as a Source of Neuronal Progenitor Cells," University of Pittsburgh Engineering Recruitment Poster Symposium, Pittsburgh, PA on February 26, 2005 (poster).

Brayfield, C.A.;* Marra, K.G.; Cui, X.T.; Leonard, J.P.; Kline, J.E.; McKeel, D.; Gerlach, J. "Novel Three-Dimensional Neuronal Cell Culture Technology Platform," University of Pittsburgh Engineering Recruitment Poster Symposium, Pittsburgh, PA on February 26, 2005 (poster).