Using optics and photonics to deliver real advances in medicine and biology is what David Sampson, Professor of Electrical Engineering, is passionate about - a field called Biophotonics.
UWA's biomedical engineering research program collaborates with other universities across a range of subjects.
Fields of research include biomedical optics, medical robotics, computer-integrated surgery and image processing for medicine.
The research program collaborates with:
UWA researchers have been invited to present at more than 20 domestic and international meetings since 2001.
This group researches optical techniques and applications in medicine and the life sciences with emphasis on:
Using light to diagnose pathology and monitor physiological parameters in living humans is a major research theme.
Activities include:
Tribology is the science and technology of controlling friction and wear. The subject originated from the art of lubrication but has since developed to a much broader range of applications.
This group researches new methods of analysing microscopic and X-ray images to use in biological and mechanical applications.
A main interest is the wear of synovial joints and early detection and prediction of osteoarthritis.
The group also focuses on industrial wear problems and lubricating properties of vegetable oils.
This group aims to improve clinical outcomes through appropriate use of technology.
Interests include:
The group is funded by the Australian Research Council and other agencies.It collaborates with institutions such as the Harvard Medical School and the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
