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Laura Leslie is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Biomedical & Design Engineering at Aston University, within the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. She is affiliated with research groups including Engineering for Health and Aston Advanced Materials. Her research focuses on biomaterials, medical device testing, and developing animal-free technologies. She teaches undergraduate engineering and design programs and collaborates with NHS partners to ensure practical impact.
Education:
- PhD in Biomedical Engineering, University of Birmingham
- MSc in Medical Engineering & Biomechanics, University of Leeds
- BEng in Materials Science & Technology, University of Birmingham
- PGCert in Professional Practice - Teaching in Higher Education, Aston University
Her research interests include the interaction between artificial implants and the human body, non-animal testing methods for medical devices, and tribology analysis of biomaterial wear. She leads projects on fracture fixation device evaluation and blood flow modeling in vascular systems. Her work has been showcased in high-profile venues like the Houses of Parliament.
Grants & Labs: She supervises student projects in biomechanics and materials science, with labs focused on in vitro vascular models and biomaterial testing. Her collaborative projects involve NHS and industry partners to advance translational research.
