Sebastian Bawab

Sebastian Bawab is a Professor and Interim Chair in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at Old Dominion University (ODU). He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University (1992), an M.S. (1986), and B.S. (1984) from SUNY Buffalo. His expertise spans kinematics/dynamics, design, CAD, biomechanics, stress analysis, and simulations.

His research focuses on engineering systems and biomechanical applications, including ACL injury mechanics, neural probe dynamics, and infant eye trauma modeling. He has led over 40 grants totaling millions, such as the $1M+ NSF-funded 'Visualization and Computer Software Enhanced Engineering Education' (2005-2008) and the $424K 'Development of a Clinically Useful Technique to Detect Subtalar Joint Instability' (2011-2012).

• Notable Projects:
• M3 Maglev Transportation System Design ($387K, 2008-2009)
• Shaken Baby Syndrome Retinal Hemorrhage Analysis ($18K, 2005-2006)
• Maglev Dynamic Analysis ($160K, 2007-2008)

Awarded NASA Group Achievement Award (2011), 1996 ODU Faculty of the Year, and recognized in Who’s Who in Science. He contributes to academic leadership through his Interim Chair role and dedication to engineering education innovation.