Thomas Paterson

Dr Thomas Paterson is a Lecturer at the University of Sheffield's School of Clinical Dentistry, with affiliations to the Insigneo Institute and Neuroscience Institute ECR committee. His research integrates biomaterials science and bioelectronics to develop wearable/implantable devices for healthcare applications, including bruxism monitoring, neural implants, and thermal cooling systems for epilepsy. He leads projects such as MND Diagnostic Gloves and Bite Force Sensing using conductive electrospun membranes.

Key academic contributions include work on electrospun scaffolds with antimicrobial properties, conductive hydrogels, and 3D-printed composite materials. His interdisciplinary approach spans dentistry, materials engineering, and automatic control systems engineering.

• Education & Career: Joined University of Sheffield in 2023; prior visiting roles in China and India.
• Research Themes: Bioelectronic sensors, neural stimulation implants, and biohybrid robotics.
• Awards/Grants: Not explicitly listed, but notable projects funded by interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Teaching: Leads modules on Dental Materials, Tissue Engineering, and Polymer Biomaterials for undergrad/master’s students.
• Labs/Teams: Active in the Smart Devices and Sensors theme at Insigneo Institute.

His lab focuses on translating lab research into clinical applications, such as commercializing wearable devices for neurodegenerative disease monitoring and developing implantable hydrogels for nerve repair.