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Brent Lievers serves as Director of the Bharti School of Engineering & Computation and holds the position of Associate Professor at Laurentian University. Previously hired in August 2012 for a teaching-only Master Lecturer position (Permanent Sessional Lecturer), he transitioned to a tenure-track faculty position after two years.
Dr. Lievers earned his PhD in Mechanical Engineering in 2009 from Queen's University, following Master of Engineering and Bachelor of Engineering degrees from Carleton University. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in engineering principles applied to complex systems.
His research primarily focuses on applying engineering principles to biological systems through experimental testing and numerical modeling. Dr. Lievers maintains an active research program with particular emphasis on bone structure analysis, biomechanics, forensic trauma analysis, and vibration exposure effects on the human body. His work spans multiple disciplines including biomedical engineering, forensic science, and sports medicine.
Dr. Lievers has supervised numerous graduate students to successful thesis completion, including Maxime Hogue, Britney Lamarche, Matt Bennison, Adric Heney, and Katie Goggins, whose research has been presented at conferences such as the Ontario Biomechanics Conference.
- Research Trends: His recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on bone mechanics, particularly trabecular and cancellous bone structure, forensic biomechanics applications, and vibration analysis related to foot-ankle systems. His work often employs advanced imaging techniques, numerical modeling, and experimental testing approaches.
Dr. Lievers maintains an active presence in both academic and professional communities, with students regularly presenting research at conferences. His laboratory work appears to focus on biomechanical testing of biological structures, particularly bone and trauma analysis, with applications in both medical and forensic contexts.
