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Dr. Natasha Jacobson is an Instructor in the Department of Biosystems Engineering at the University of Manitoba's Price Faculty of Engineering. She holds a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (2016) and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from McGill University (2021), followed by post-doctoral research in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Manitoba (2021-2022). Her research focuses on soft tissue mechanics, human modeling, and medical instrumentation, with notable work on non-invasive pressure measurement tools and biomechanical modeling of physiological systems.
Her professional background includes licensure as a Professional Engineer in Manitoba (2021). Her academic contributions span collaborations in student design projects and interdisciplinary research in clinical biomechanics, fluid-structure interaction, and dementia-related neurology. She actively engages in advancing educational initiatives within the Biosystems Engineering department, continuing a family tradition of engineering and education.
Dr. Jacobson's recent publications address spinal stability modeling, upper airway dynamics in sleep apnea, and novel medical device validation. While no formal awards are listed, her work reflects contributions to both academic research and applied engineering solutions in healthcare contexts.
Her advising and grants activities are not detailed, though her postdoctoral and faculty roles suggest involvement in collaborative research projects. The department's environment emphasizes hands-on innovation, aligning with her focus on bridging engineering principles with clinical applications.
