Graduate Student, Biomedical Sciences
PhD Candidate
School of Science and Mathematics
Thesis Title: Bone Strength Evaluation
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Dr. Thomas Hangartner
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About
On a macroscopic / continuum level, deriving clinical bone strength indicators that correlate with those from patient-specific finite element models will provide information regarding bone strength. These bone strength indicators can be used to identify individuals with high fracture risk non-invasively, accurately, precisely, safely and cost effectively.
My current research involves designing and validating a novel bone strength indicator that takes into consideration whole- bone-material and geometric distribution, to assess the bone health of patients in a clinical environment.



