Dr. Mai Lam is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Biomedical Engineering at Wayne State University, where she leads cutting-edge research at the intersection of engineering, biology, and medicine. An expert in cardiovascular tissue engineering and stem cell regenerative medicine, Dr. Lam’s work focuses on designing and growing human blood vessels in the lab, research that could one day transform treatments for heart attack and vascular disease patients.

Dr. Lam earned her bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in Biomedical and Materials Science Engineering from the University of Michigan, graduating with honors. She went on to complete postdoctoral training at Stanford University in two world-renowned labs spanning cardiovascular medicine, stem cells, and regenerative medicine. Today, her research lab combines biomaterials, biomechanics, and stem cell science to create patient-specific vascular grafts and disease models that bridge engineering innovation with real-world medical impact.

Equally passionate about teaching, Dr. Lam is a highly regarded educator who has received multiple Excellence in Teaching and Outstanding Faculty Awards. She is known for making complex scientific concepts accessible, engaging, and inspiring—especially for students curious about how engineering can directly improve human health.