Temitope Obisesan

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Temitope Obisesan is a PhD student specializing in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine (TERM) in the labs of Dr. Steve Abramowitch and Dr. Pamela Moalli.
Her research focuses on the cellular response of human vaginal fibroblasts in the context of pelvic organ prolapse (POP), a gynecologic condition in which pelvic organs, such as the bladder, uterus, or rectum, descend into the vaginal canal due to weakened or stretched tissues and muscles.

Given the high failure rates of pelvic organ prolapse repairs and complications associated with mesh use, Temitope is investigating the biomechanics and biological mechanisms underlying tissue regeneration and repair. Her goal is to develop innovative treatments for pelvic organ prolapse.

Temitope is a Magee Women's Research Institute (MWRI) Fellow. She serves as the Professional Development Chair for the graduate BMES and as the Vice President of the International Engineering Students' Organization (IESO).