Charles Burson-Thomas

Dr. Charles Burson-Thomas is a Lecturer at the University of Southampton, affiliated with the Bioengineering Group under the Institute for Life Sciences. His work bridges computational engineering and biomedical research, focusing on implant development and fluid dynamics.

• MEng, Mechanical Engineering, University of Nottingham (2008)
• PGCE, Science (Physics) Education, Canterbury Christ Church University (2010)
• PhD, University of Southampton (2020)

His research interests span tribology, biomechanical engineering, and statistical shape analysis. At Southampton, he leads modeling efforts for the APRICOT project, which aims to create minimally invasive implants for small joint arthritis. His work involves dynamic loading simulations, erosion-corrosion studies, and medical imaging reconstruction.

Recent publications highlight his expertise in high-speed liquid impingement, fingerprint CT data reconstruction, and implant strain measurement. He employs full-field measurement techniques and statistical shape models to advance biomedical device design.

Charles supervises PhD student Paul Michael Wallace Gatehouse and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects linking mechanical engineering with clinical applications. His academic journey includes roles as a graduate engineer and high-school physics teacher before his PhD research on aeroengine fan blade erosion.