Sandrine De Ribaupierre

Dr. Sandrine De Ribaupierre is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at Western University, with a cross-appointment in Clinical Neurological Sciences. She holds an MD from the University of Geneva and is affiliated with institutions such as CSTAR, Robarts Research Institute, and the Centre for Brain and Mind. Her research focuses on medical education innovation using virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) for neuroanatomy training and surgical simulation. Key projects include developing AR/VR tools, evaluating surgical simulators like the AngioMentor, and investigating epilepsy through functional imaging and neuroimaging techniques. Collaborations emphasize neonatal brain monitoring (e.g., intraventricular hemorrhage in preterm infants) and functional connectivity studies using fNIRS. Dr. De Ribaupierre’s work bridges clinical practice, neuroimaging, and educational technology to advance medical training and patient care.

Education:

• MD, University of Geneva

Research Interests:

• Virtual/Augmented Reality in Medical Education
• Surgical Simulation and Training
• Neuroanatomy Education
• Epilepsy and Functional Neuroimaging
• Neonatal Brain Imaging and Monitoring

Collaborations:

• CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics)
• Robarts Research Institute
• Centre for Brain and Mind

Publications: Her recent work emphasizes VR/AR applications in surgical education, neonatal brain connectivity via fNIRS, and advancements in epilepsy care. Key themes include developing open datasets (e.g., MedShapeNet), improving preoperative planning through AR tools, and analyzing surgical training outcomes using simulation complexity metrics.

Future Work: Focuses on enhancing clinical training via immersive technologies, improving neonatal neuroimaging protocols, and refining functional connectivity analyses for pediatric neurological disorders.