About
Michael Kokko is an Assistant Professor of Engineering and Director of Instructional Labs at Dartmouth College's Thayer School of Engineering. He specializes in surgical navigation and robotic surgery, integrating engineering principles with medical applications. His teaching spans courses such as ENGS 147: Mechatronics, focusing on control theory and autonomous systems.
- Education:
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2005)
- SM in Mechanical Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2007)
- PhD in Engineering Sciences, Dartmouth (2021)
His research interests emphasize translating engineering innovations into clinical settings, particularly in surgical robotics and mechatronics. He leads the Instructional Labs, fostering hands-on learning for students in engineering design and mechatronics.
- Awards: 2025 Thayer Woodhouse Excellence in Teaching Award.
Michael’s courses include ENGS 72 (Applied Mechanics: Dynamics), ENGS 22 (Systems), and ENGG 415 (Distributed Computing), reflecting his expertise in both theoretical and applied engineering disciplines.
