PhD Optimised Placement of Orthopaedic Staples – Image-Based Finite Element Modelling and Structural Optimisation
Heriot-Watt University
School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society
Research Group:
Institute of Sustainable Built Environment
Orthopaedic staples are widely used to fix bones and joints in foot and ankle surgery, for example in arthrodesis (joint fusion) and osteotomy procedures. Read more
Supervisor: Dr G Vasdravellis
31 October 2026
PhD Research Project
Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)