Event Information

Event Topic:
New Regulatory Changes that Impact Medical Devices: Using Chemistry to Assess Safety

Event Description:
This presentation will provide a snapshot of a shifting regulatory landscape that is evolving with the new release of ISO 10993-1, the MDRs, and draft ISO 10993-18. An overview of the strategic options available for the evaluation of medical device biocompatibility will be provided, including the use of chemistry and biological risk assessments to save time, money, and spare animal life.

Date/Time:
Date(s) - 12/04/18
8:30 am - 10:30 am

Event Location:
NOVA - 505 West Olive Ave, Sunnyvale- Suite 799:

Speaker Information

Event Speaker:
Matt Jorgensen

Event Speaker Title:
Chemistry and Materials Scientist

Event Speaker Company:
Nelson Labs

Event Speaker Bio:

Dr. Jorgensen is a seasoned scientist with a diverse background in chemistry and material sciences. Currently, he focuses his efforts on using extractable and leachable chemistry in the evaluation of medical device biocompatibility. His academic work focused on synthesis and characterization of biomimetic materials, fabrication of microscale devices, and photonics. He has a professional interest in both technical and popular science writing, which has produced over 30 peer-reviewed scientific articles and hundreds of blog articles. Matt got his PhD from the University of Utah and his BS at Utah State University. His areas of expertise are in Medical Devices, Materials Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry.

Event Details

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