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Mehran Koohgilani is a Principal Academic in Engineering at Bournemouth University, affiliated with the Department of Design, Engineering and Computing within the Faculty of Science and Technology. He holds a PhD from Bournemouth University and has been actively contributing to engineering education and research for decades. He is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and a member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
- PhD in Damage Accumulation in High Performance (Bournemouth University, 1998)
- MSc in Polymer Science & Engineering (University of North London, 1993)
- BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering Design & Production (South Bank University, 1992)
Mehran's research focuses on Composite Materials, Neural Networks in engineering applications, design methods, material selection, and applied technology. He has pioneered the integration of virtual reality in design education and has contributed significantly to curriculum development and accreditation of undergraduate programs in design engineering.
His recent publications (2011–2025) reflect a strong trend in combining materials science with artificial intelligence for structural monitoring, particularly in marine composites. Other key themes include design education, surface engineering with nanomaterials, and corrosion protection. His work bridges theoretical modeling, experimental validation, and practical application in industry-relevant contexts.
Mehran has been instrumental in supervising PhD students and is an active member of the Design Simulation Research Centre. He has led numerous teaching units in technological principles, materials & processing, and design management. His contributions extend to project supervision, particularly in final-year design engineering projects, and to co-creation in design education.
His scientific leadership is evident in his role in developing and validating multiple undergraduate courses. He has also contributed to research grants and collaborative projects, though specific grant names are not listed in the provided text.
