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Dr. Keke Zheng is an Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering at Heriot-Watt University's School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, within the Institute of Mechanical, Process & Energy Engineering. He holds a B.Eng. (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Sydney (2011), a PhD from the same institution (2020), and has held postdoctoral roles at the University of Sydney and University of Exeter. His research focuses on collagen-based biological tissues, integrating experimental techniques (e.g., microscopy, synchrotron X-ray scattering) with computational models (e.g., finite element analysis) to advance biomaterial design and clinical treatments. Key projects include tendon-bone insertion mechanics, aging effects on Achilles tendons, and biomechanical paradigms for knee replacements.
His work emphasizes multi-scale mechanobiology and has led to publications in journals like Acta Biomaterialia and Engineering Fracture Mechanics. He currently explores topics including mandibular reconstruction plate fracture behavior, collagen mineralization effects, and soft/hard tissue interface mechanics. Dr. Zheng is actively supervising PhD students and accepts new candidates for projects involving biomechanical factors in tissue responses and biomaterial optimization.
His educational background includes roles at Sydney Orthopaedic Research Institute (2012–2014) and postdoctoral fellowships in Sydney (2019–2021). His research network spans collaborations in biomaterials, dental engineering, and orthopedic applications, with a focus on translational outcomes for clinical settings.
