Richard Palmer

Dr. Richard Palmer is a Researcher at Curtin University, affiliated with the School of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. He holds a portfolio role in the Office of the Provost, demonstrating leadership in academic governance. His research focuses on innovative applications of 3D facial analysis for rare disease diagnosis, treatment monitoring, and public health initiatives. Key collaborations include the CLINIFACE project, which integrates non-rigid registration techniques for phenotypic visualization.

Palmer’s work spans clinical research, medical imaging, and interdisciplinary projects such as the Western Australian Undiagnosed Diseases Program. His expertise bridges computer science, genetics, and public health, addressing challenges like autism spectrum disorder analysis and hereditary conditions like Silver Russel syndrome and hereditary angioedema. He has pioneered open-source tools for 3D facial growth curves and mobile-based 3D facial reconstruction.

His publications emphasize methodological advancements in 3D modeling, algorithmic comparisons for spatial analysis, and the impact of BMI on facial clustering studies. Collaborators include institutions like the Human Phenotype Ontology consortium and global medical research networks. Palmer actively contributes to precision medicine through both technological innovations and policy-driven healthcare solutions.