Jonathan Binder

Jonathan Binder is a part-time PhD candidate at the School of Arts and Humanities, specializing in mass customization for cranial anthropology in medical product development. He serves as a Medical Designer at Paxman Coolers Ltd, the global leader in scalp cooling solutions, while simultaneously working as a Medical Researcher at the world’s first Scalp Cooling and Research Innovation Centre. This multidisciplinary hub bridges academia, industry, SMEs, and hospitals to advance cancer treatment technologies.

• Education: BA, MA
• Affiliations: Paxman Coolers Ltd, Paxman Research & Innovation Centre, School of Arts and Humanities

Jonathan’s research focuses on medical design and development, particularly addressing chemotherapy-induced alopecia and peripheral neuropathy through additive manufacturing, CAD, and sustainable design practices. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing healthcare innovation and inclusivity.

Publications (2024-2025) highlight advancements in AI-driven design validation, CAD-technical textile integration for sustainable healthcare, and sensor-based prototyping. These contributions reflect his commitment to accelerating medical product development and improving patient outcomes.

Scientific achievements include a

• Distinction for his master’s thesis
• Co-funded research by Innovate UK

His professional activities encompass organizing international conferences and delivering invited talks on inclusivity in medical device design. Media coverage of his work spans applications like Paralympic thermal management and KTP collaborations for chemotherapy side-effect prevention.