Ryan Devine, Georgia ’14, has been recognized as one of the top young medical researchers in the country, according to the University of Georgia.

Devine’s work involves improving the safety and effectiveness of blood-contracting medical devices.

“Despite decades of research, blood clotting remains the most common cause of failure in blood-contracting medical devices such as hemodialysis machines,” said Devine in the feature. “By reverse-engineering the blood vessels within our body, our lab has shown significant improvement in the blood compatibility of the polymeric materials commonly used in these types of devices.”

Devine has made huge contributions in research during his time at UGA including nine published studies, four of which he is first-author. Devine has also published three patents based on his research – one of which has been awarded a provisional patent.

Devine’s dedication to his work was recognized by Baxter International’s Young Investigator Awards program. Devine is a recipient of the first-tier award – one of six in the country.

“I’m honored to be recognized for my work by Baxter, which is a world leader in blood-contacting medical device research,” Devine said. “In additional, I would like to thank the faculty, staff, and fellow students in the College of Engineering and College of Veterinary Medicine for all of the support and training during my undergraduate and graduate studies.”

Ryan will finish the requirements for his Ph.D. this spring.

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