PEPTIMPULSE

This ANR MRSEI PEPTIMPULSE (Advanced functional polypeptide, pseudo-polypeptide and protein-based materials) aims at setting up an Innovative Training Network (ITN) programme, to be submitted to the H2020 Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions (MSCA) call (H2020-MSCA-ITN-2020 European Training Network). The ITN PEPTIMPULSE will train a new generation of multidisciplinary experts in materials science capable of managing the effective translation of macromolecular innovations into ready-to-use applicable biomaterial solutions. Within the proposed PEPTIMPULSE framework, a new generation of PhD students will develop a broad know-how about amino acid-based biomaterials development, from bench to industries, especially focusing on cosmetic and pharmaceutical ones, following a safety-by-design preparation and processing, as well as corresponding technological and regulatory aspects. These scientists will develop unique cross-disciplinary skills in polymer (bio)chemistry, soft matter engineering, pharmacology, cosmetology and biomaterial sciences under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliance allowing them to develop effective, safe and efficient biomaterials of the future. The timeliness and relevance of this project are in line with the priorities of the research and training policy of Europe, as attested by the coherence with the current sectorial policies, such as OECD policies (Chemical safety and Biosafety) and EU policies (Public health and Research and Innovation).