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Rudolph L. Gleason is a Professor jointly appointed in the Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering and the School of Biomedical Engineering within the College of Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He began his tenure at Tech in Fall 2005 as an Assistant Professor after completing a postdoctoral fellowship at Texas A&M University. He also serves as the Georgia Tech Institute for People and Technology initiative lead for research activities related to global health and well-being.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University, 2004
- M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida, 2000
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida, 1996
Research Focus: Gleason’s research is centered on soft tissue biomechanics, cardiovascular mechanics, and tissue engineering. His work is divided into two primary aims: (1) quantifying the link between biomechanics, mechanobiology, and tissue growth and remodeling in vascular and soft tissue diseases, and (2) translating engineering innovations to address global health disparities and promote sustainable development in low-resource settings. His lab integrates theoretical modeling, experimental validation, and multiscale observations to advance understanding and clinical applications.
Scientific Contributions & Awards:
- Texas A&M University Fred J. Benson Graduate Fellowship in Engineering (2000)
- Reviewer for leading journals including ASME Journal of Biomechanical Engineering, American Journal of Physiology: Heart and Circulatory Physiology, Biomechanics and Modeling in Mechanobiology, and Journal of Physiology
Research Impact: With over 100 peer-reviewed publications, Gleason has made significant contributions to understanding arterial remodeling, lymphatic biomechanics, and the effects of aging, genetics, and disease on vascular mechanics. His recent work includes advanced MRI-based modeling of aortic dissection, development of low-cost diagnostic devices for global health, and deep learning-based patient-specific cardiac modeling.
Contact:
Email: rudy.gleason@me.gatech.edu
Phone: 404-385-7218
Office: TEP 205 / IBB 2305
