About
Alex Bateman is an Associate Lecturer in the School of Engineering at the University of Newcastle, currently completing a PhD in Mechanical Engineering at UNSW. His research bridges engineering and medicine, focusing on computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling of cerebral vasculature in neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, and hydrocephalus.
Education:
- Master of Biomedical Engineering (with Excellence), UNSW
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering, UNSW
Research Interests:
Dr. Bateman’s work integrates engineering principles with medical challenges, particularly analyzing fluid mechanics in cerebral blood flow and its role in neurological disorders. He explores how venous pressure changes affect conditions like multiple sclerosis, hydrocephalus, and idiopathic intracranial hypertension. His methods include CFD simulations, 3D printed in vitro models, and MRI data analysis.
Teaching:
He coordinates the MECH1750 Engineering Materials 1 course at the University of Newcastle. In 2024, he received the Sessional Academic Teaching Excellence - Highly Commended award.
Grants & Projects:
- Principal Investigator: Vascular Connection in Multiple Sclerosis ($40,000 grant from CCSVI Australia, 2021–2024).
Key Contributions:
His studies on venous hemodynamics in neurological diseases have led to insights into cerebral autoregulation, glymphatic system dysfunction, and the role of anemia in intracranial pressure regulation. He also explores spaceflight-associated neuro-ocular syndrome through comparisons with terrestrial conditions like idiopathic intracranial hypertension.
