Improving Outcomes in Prolapse Repairs using a Bioengineering Approach

Katrina Knight, PhD

MWRI BIRCWH Scholar

Department of Bioengineering

University of Pittsburgh

• Katrina M. Knight, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at the University of Pittsburgh and a BIRCWH Scholar (Building Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women’s Health Training Program). Dr. Knight received her PhD in Bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh and a BS in Biochemistry from Claflin University. Prior to joining the Bioengineering Faculty, Dr. Knight was a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Magee-Women’s Research Institute and Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. The overarching goal of the Knight Laboratory is to improve the lives of women with pelvic floor disorders and other gynecologic conditions/anomalies through the development of novel and innovative treatments. Specifically, the lab focuses on pelvic organ prolapse (prolapse) and uses an interdisciplinary approach to elucidate the biologic and mechanical mechanisms of complications associated with the use of synthetic mesh in prolapse repairs. In addition to her passion for women’s health, Dr. Knight also has a strong passion for giving back to the community. She is the Director of CampBioE 2.0, the signature outreach program for the Bioengineering Department, which aims to inspire and educate the next generation of scientific and medical professionals through intentional mentorship and exposure to cutting edge, hands-on activities related to bioengineering.
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