Mohammad Sanami

Dr Mohammad Sanami serves as Reader (Associate Professor) and Programme Leader of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Bolton's School of Engineering. With dual expertise in textile and medical engineering, he transitioned from automotive industry experience to pioneering biomedical applications through finite element analysis and smart materials research.

His academic credentials include:

• BEng and MSc in Technology of Textile Engineering (2006)
• Second MSc in Medical Engineering from University of Hull (2009)
• PhD in smart materials development for biomedical applications at University of Bolton

Dr Sanami's research integrates computational modeling with clinical innovation, specializing in surgical device development including intra-abdominal platforms for laparoscopic procedures, vascular grafts, and magnetic retractors. His work bridges engineering principles with medical implementation through industry-clinical partnerships.

Key professional distinctions:

• Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA)
• Fellow of Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IMMM)
• Full Member of Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM)
• Chartered Engineer (IMechE) since 2016

Since 2017, he has secured and managed significant research funding for biomedical engineering projects, resulting in five UK innovation patents across implant technologies, deployable devices, and collagen filament production. His commercialization-focused approach involves close collaboration with industry partners and clinical advisory groups.