Lindsey Ott Ph.D., Dr.

Overview

Dr. Ott is an Assistant Teaching Professor of Biomedical Engineering. She teaches courses in Biomaterials, Design of Biodevices, Tissue Engineering, Drug Delivery, and Biochemical Engineering.  

Academic Interests and Expertise

PhD in Bioengineering, University of Kansas

BS in Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Kansas State University

Publications

Viability, yield and expansion capability of feline MSCs obtained from subcutaneous and reproductive organ adipose depots.

Wysong A, Ortiz P, Bittel D, Ott L, Karanu F, Filla M, Stehno-Bittel L.

BMC Vet Res. 2021 Jul 15;17(1):244.

PMID: 34266445

Improved harmonization of critical characterization assays across cell therapies.

Karanu F, Ott L, Webster DA, Stehno-Bittel L.

Regen Med. 2020 May;15(5):1661-1678.

PMID: 32589107

A Versatile Microencapsulation Platform for Hyaluronic Acid and Polyethylene Glycol.

Harrington S, Ott L, Karanu F, Ramachandran K, Stehno-Bittel L.

Tissue Eng Part A. 2021 Feb;27(3-4):153-164

PMID: 32103710

Reinforced Electrospun Polycaprolactone Nanofibers for Tracheal Repair in an In Vivo Ovine Model.

Townsend JM, Ott LM, Salash JR, Fung KM, Easley JT, Seim HB 3rd, Johnson JK, Weatherly RA, Detamore MS.

Tissue Eng Part A. 2018 Sep;24(17-18):1301-1308.

PMID: 29580173

An Automated Multiplexed Hepatotoxicity and CYP Induction Assay Using HepaRG Cells in 2D and 3D.

Ott LM, Ramachandran K, Stehno-Bittel L.

SLAS Discov. 2017 Jun;22(5):614-625.

PMID: 28346810

Mechanical evaluation of gradient electrospun scaffolds with 3D printed ring reinforcements for tracheal defect repair.

Ott LM, Zabel TA, Walker NK, Farris AL, Chakroff JT, Ohst DG, Johnson JK, Gehrke SH, Weatherly RA, Detamore MS.

Biomed Mater. 2016 Apr 21;11(2):025020.

PMID: 27097554

Functional Reconstruction of Tracheal Defects by Protein-Loaded, Cell-Seeded, Fibrous Constructs in Rabbits.

Ott LM, Vu CH, Farris AL, Fox KD, Galbraith RA, Weiss ML, Weatherly RA, Detamore MS.

Tissue Eng Part A. 2015 Sep;21(17-18):2390-403.

PMID: 26094554

Overview of tracheal tissue engineering: clinical need drives the laboratory approach.

Ott LM, Weatherly RA, Detamore MS.

Ann Biomed Eng. 2011 Aug;39(8):2091-113.

PMID: 21594727

Musculoskeletal tissue engineering with human umbilical cord mesenchymal stromal cells.

Wang L, Ott L, Seshareddy K, Weiss ML, Detamore MS.

Regen Med. 2011 Jan;6(1):95-109.

PMID: 21175290

Professional Experience

Wichita State University, Biomedical Engineering

Assistant Teaching Professor, Undergraduate Coordinator, ABET Coordinator (August 2022 – Present)

Wichita, KS

• Teach “BME 482: Design of Biodevices,” “BME 477: Introduction to Biomaterials,” “BME 746: Drug Delivery,” “BME 747: Biochemical Engineering,” “BME 779: Tissue Engineering,” “BME 877: BME Graduate Seminar,” and “BME 890: Independent Study”
• Perform additional service for the department including faculty advising, serving on committees, serving on faculty senate, and advising student groups (WSU BMES chapter)

BME 771 Lecturer (June 2022 – July 2022)

Wichita, KS

• Taught “Polymer Processing and Technology” course

University of Kansas, Chemical and Petroleum Engineering

CPE 112 Lecturer (January 2022 – May 2022)

Lawrence, KS

• Taught “Introduction to the Chemical Engineering Profession II” course composed of 70+ freshmen and sophomores

CPE 656/756 Lecturer (August 2021 – December 2021)

• Taught “Introduction to Biomedical Engineering” course composed of 45+ juniors, seniors, and graduate students

KCAS Bioanalytical and Biomarker Services

Scientist II, Manager (January 2021 – August 2021)

Olathe, KS

• Managed the cell-based assay team within Biopharmaceutical and Biomarker Operations (supervisor with 4 direct reports)
• Exposure to a fast-paced environment where client satisfaction, high quality of work that met scientific rigor and regulatory standards, and company revenue expectations was maintained and balanced  

Scientist II (July 2020 – January 2021)

Shawnee, KS

• Developed a new biopharmaceutical assay for cell-based neutralizing antibody detection
• Ran method development for the first cell-based neutralizing antibody assay at KCAS

Likarda, LLC

Director of Product Innovation (August 2017 – March 2020)

Kansas City, MO

• Led development of new products and technologies including hydrogel microparticles for cell transplants and spheroid microplate applications for drug discovery
• Supported development of technology for stem cell differentiation into insulin producing therapy

Production Innovation Scientist (November 2015 – August 2017)

• Developed assay technology for 3D cell-based liver toxicity screen of new drug candidates
• Coordinated with clients and conducted research for contract research services

Nanofiber Solutions

Manufacturing Processes Intern (May 2012 – July 2012)

Columbus, OH

• Developed nanofiber scaffolds for trachea, esophagus, and blood vessel tissue regeneration applications
• Initiated special research projects to investigate other applications of nanofiber scaffolds

Hospira Inc.

Pharmaceutical Production Intern (May 2007 – July 2007)

McPherson, KS

• Audited processes in the printed materials and packaging department
• Learned and observed pharmaceutical production processes