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Dr. David Wilson is a Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics at the University of British Columbia (UBC), with an Associate Member role in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. He holds a B.Eng. from McGill University and a D.Phil. in Engineering Science from the University of Oxford. His research focuses on joint mechanics, osteoarthritis, and medical imaging, particularly exploring the links between biomechanics and clinical outcomes. He leads the Wilson Mechanics Lab, specializing in synchrotron imaging, open MRI, and advanced cartilage analysis.
Education: B.Eng. (McGill), D.Phil. (Oxford). Research Interests: Hip, knee, and spine mechanics; osteoarthritis etiology and treatment; medical imaging techniques (MRI, CT, ultrasound); orthopaedic sports medicine. Key Projects include developing methods for hip cartilage strain measurement using synchrotron imaging and studying the effects of hip deformities on joint mechanics.
Collaborations involve radiologists, surgeons, epidemiologists, and computer scientists. His lab’s work aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and clinical interventions for musculoskeletal disorders. Notable contributions include advancements in open MRI applications for impingement assessment and high tibial osteotomy outcomes.
Grants and Advising: Supervised numerous graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, including alumni recognized for their contributions (e.g., Marianne Black’s Top 30 under 30 award). Current students include Maryam Mohtajeb, focusing on hip mechanics using open MRI.
Labs/Teams: Director of the Wilson Mechanics Lab; collaborates with the Canada Light Source synchrotron and VCHRI. Active in the School of Biomedical Engineering’s research core, focusing on Human Interfacing Devices.
