Barbara Polus

Dr. Barbara Polus is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Engineering at RMIT University, Australia. Her research focuses on biomedical engineering applications in healthcare, including neurodegenerative disease diagnostics, musculoskeletal pain management, and cross-cultural healthcare delivery. She leads studies on complementary therapies and their integration into marginalized communities.

Research Interests: Complementary Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, Public Health, and Clinical Sciences. Her work explores technologies like thermal imaging for wound healing and haptic glove design for sensory feedback. She also investigates how manual therapies improve stability in musculoskeletal disorders.

Collaborations and Impact: Dr. Polus collaborates internationally on projects such as NeuroDiag software for Parkinson’s diagnosis and community-based health programs in Indigenous populations. Her contributions bridge engineering innovations with clinical practice, emphasizing health equity and culturally responsive care.