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Professor Siamak Noroozi works within the Department of Design & Engineering, for the Faculty of Science and Technology and holds the Chair of Advanced technology at Bournemouth University. He is also the lead project supervisor on this exciting research venture.
This project aims to investigate the effectiveness of the use of the new generation of joint transducers within the clinical settings. The system will aid and inform orthopaedic operations and optimise joint kinematics during joint replacement (Implant) surgery. Accurate measurement, tracking and balancing of the joint contact force is directly linked to the joint in-service performance and durability. Current practices in setting the ideal joint tension or assessing optimum joint kinematics, during joint operation, are subjective and artisan at best. The aim of this investigation is to evaluate joint forces measurement and tracking transducers, for their effectiveness in extending the life of the implants. Optimum kinematics and optimum load balance can potentially, extend the life of the implant, minimising the risk of premature joint failure that requires revision surgery. The transducer validation procedure will include assessments of reliability, along with biocompatibility, sterilisation, and structural integrity, to prove the effectiveness and confirm the safety of the medical device. Compliance with relevant BSI (British Standard Institution) and MHRA (Medicine and Health Regulatory Agency) standards is paramount.
The proposed systems use a combination of AI (Artificial Intelligence), IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics engineering, GUI (Graphical User Interface designs), Signal Processing, Material science and control strategies. Through a series of cadaveric studies, the project we will validate the transducer’s operation, and its structural integrity. We will also increase our understanding of the effect of the required optimum joint tension intra-operatively, so that we can use the transducer safely and effectively during joint replacement surgery.
This research will improve outcomes of all joint replacement surgery by enabling surgeons to make real time fine adjustment to the prothesis during the procedure to ensure optimal component implantation. This innovative approach will allow accurate and instantaneous intra-operative assessment of joint contact forces and tracking.
This is a fully-funded PhD studentship which includes a stipend of £15,225 each year to support your living costs.
This project is conditional upon the funding being secured.
How to apply:
Applications are made via Bournemouth University’s website by clicking ’institution website’ button. If you have an enquiry about this project please contact us via the ’Email institution’ button, however your application will only be processed once you have submitted an application form as opposed to emailing your CV to us.
Candidates for a PhD Studentship should demonstrate outstanding qualities and be motivated to complete a PhD in 4 years and must demonstrate:
· Outstanding academic potential as measured normally by either a 1st class honours degree (or equivalent Grade Point Average (GPA) or a Master’s degree with distinction or equivalent
· An IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 minimum (with a minimum 6.0 in each component, or equivalent) for candidates for whom English is not their first language and this must be evidenced at point of application.
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