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Polymer Chemistry, Medical Research, Expert
Expertise in analytical techniques including Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, Gel Permeation Chromatography, Electron Spectroscopy for Chemical Analysis, Differential Scanning Calorimetry, Contact Angle and Scanning Electron Microscope (EDS & WDS); Protein Radiolabeling and analysis; polymer synthesis and testing; biocompatibility assays and surgical techniques for device implantation.

The emphasis of this consultant's work has been the design, development, regulatory testing and FDA submission of medical devices, along with development of polymeric coatings for medical devices

PRINCIPAL INDUSTRIES SERVED
Biomedical, Chemical, Food, Medical, Regulatory, Research

EDUCATION
Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering, Concentration in Biomaterials, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
M.S., Chemical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin
B.S., Microbiology, Bowling Green State University

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Consultant, Kevin Kennedy & Associates, Inc.

Providing expertise in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, microbiology, chemistry, polymer chemistry, surface modification, medical research, regulatory testing and FDA submission, and related expertise to a wide variety of clients.

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Successes included development of a new type of sunscreen product that is a patent pending concept. The concept has been successful in testing and manufacturers are assisting in process of getting this product to market.

Polymer Coating Consultant, Scientific Consulting firm

Concentrated on creation of polymer coatings that were more adhesive to metal, than those currently on the market. The company had success in developing such coatings, with a patent pending and is marketing those coatings. This consultant is in talks to sell/license that technology.

Product Development, Maxxim Medical

Researched product improvements, along with the development of new products. Projects included: an Antimicrobial Multilumen Central Venous Catheter; Polymer-cladded Hydrophilic Guidewire. Wrote and submitted 3, 510K’s for FDA submission.

Staff Scientist, Sulzermedica Carbomedics

Managed the Polymer Department with an annual budget of approximately $800,000. Developed polymers and surface modified polymers for use in heart valves, vascular grafts and indwelling catheters. Consulted with sister companies: Intermedics Pacemakers - Recommended a replacement for Pellethane lead insulation; Intermedics Orthopedics - Recommended surface treatment to reduce friction of knee prosthesis.

Research Assistant, Ph.D. work, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

Research involved developing methods to improve the blood compatibility of biomaterials for vascular grafts and catheters, with emphasis on techniques to selectively enhance the albumin affinity. Compatibility was determined by the in-vivo testing of the polymers.

Chemical Engineering Specialist, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

Research Contract with AZKO AG. The work involved modification of a hemodialysis membrane, to decrease its ability to stimulate the Complement System, a defense mechanism of the body.

Research Assistant, MS work, The University of Texas at Austin

Same emphasis as work done at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School.

Bacteriologist, Campbell Soup Company, Napoleon, OH

Bacterial analyses of ingredients and finished products. Supervised chemist and lab technician.

Chemist, Campbell Soup Company, Napoleon, OH

Protein, salt, and nutritional analysis of products.

PUBLICATIONS
Author of numerous journal publications, research presentations, and book chapters on topics related to biomedical, polymer chemistry, surface modification, medical research, and more. Holder of numerous patents related to improved biocompatibility characteristics of cellulosics, polyurethanes, chemical method to bond silicone to metal, improved bonding of prosthetic devices to bone, prosthetic heart valve with surface modification, and more.

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Surebond Polymers Chemically Bond to Metal

Evaluation of Surface Modified Polymer Valves In the Ovine Mitral Model

Development of Sunscreen Soap

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