Michael Crichton Email & Phone Number

Currie, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

At Heriot-Watt university I lead the Soft Tissues and Biomedical Devices Laboratory, where we develop microscale devices that can be used to monitor physiological changes in the body. We do this through and understanding of how to interface with the body in a way that best facilitates accessing the signals we want to obtain. This combines the disciplines of microfabrication, materials characterisation, biological testing and imaging. I am always keen to establish collaborations with academia… Show more At Heriot-Watt university I lead the Soft Tissues and Biomedical Devices Laboratory, where we develop microscale devices that can be used to monitor physiological changes in the body. We do this through and understanding of how to interface with the body in a way that best facilitates accessing the signals we want to obtain. This combines the disciplines of microfabrication, materials characterisation, biological testing and imaging. I am always keen to establish collaborations with academia, industry, clinicians and the third sector. Show less

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

At Heriot-Watt university I lead the Soft Tissues and Biomedical Devices Laboratory, where we develop microscale devices that can be used to monitor physiological changes in the body. We do this through and understanding of how to interface with the body in a way that best facilitates accessing the signals we want to obtain. This combines the disciplines of microfabrication, materials characterisation, biological testing and imaging. I am always keen to establish collaborations with… Show more At Heriot-Watt university I lead the Soft Tissues and Biomedical Devices Laboratory, where we develop microscale devices that can be used to monitor physiological changes in the body. We do this through and understanding of how to interface with the body in a way that best facilitates accessing the signals we want to obtain. This combines the disciplines of microfabrication, materials characterisation, biological testing and imaging. I am always keen to establish collaborations with academia, industry, clinicians and the third sector. Show less

Brisbane, Australia

My research developed an understanding of the biomechanics and biomaterial properties of tissue, which can then be exploited for novel vaccine micro-device development. Specifically, I explored new methods to characterise tissue using methods such as Nanoindentation, Atomic Force Microscopy and high speed video analyses. Once characterised, I could then exploit these understandings to develop new devices, using micro-manufacturing methods. This work was multi-disciplinary involving direct… Show more My research developed an understanding of the biomechanics and biomaterial properties of tissue, which can then be exploited for novel vaccine micro-device development. Specifically, I explored new methods to characterise tissue using methods such as Nanoindentation, Atomic Force Microscopy and high speed video analyses. Once characterised, I could then exploit these understandings to develop new devices, using micro-manufacturing methods. This work was multi-disciplinary involving direct collaboration with other engineers, immunologists, chemists and virologists, where I led several projects with varied areas of study. In this role I was also involved in student supervision (PhD/Honours) and an active member of our institute EMCR committee. Show less

Brisbane Area, Australia

We have started Packed for Adventure to deliver quality travel essential solutions to those who either haven't travelled much, are looking for a great gift, or simply don't have time to spend looking for the right travel items. We are in the process of growing the business and looking forward to expanding our products and services. We have a website at www.packedforadventure.com.au

Queensland, Australia

Our company aims to take our needle free vaccine delivery device to clinical trials, with a 3 year series A $15m funding.My particular focuses are:- Research and development of the Nanopatch device (as a functional product) and the technical performance surrounding it.- Designing and manufacturing key research devices for investigational use, and for clinical trial use.- Project planning and management- Developing documentation systems to ensure traceability of work streams.

Brisbane, Australia

Following PhD submission I transitioned to a research position in the Kendall lab (Delivery of Drugs and Genes Group), AIBN, UQ. This role involves continued development of the Nanopatch skin vaccination device. My role is in translation of this medical device towards clinical trials utilising engineering techniques. Specifically this applies skin biomechanics and engineering biomaterial knowledge.

Working as a stress engineer assessing engineering designs on aircraft designs. This included empirical engineering methods, together with compliance and design standard assessment. During this time I completed an Advanced Stress Course for structural analysis in an industrial arena.

To complete my MEng (Euro) I undertook a research project on engineering calibration in Turin, Italy. This involved experimental and numerical analysis, expanding my structural and engineering knowledge. Being in Italy also afforded me the opportunity to learn another language.

Phd, Biomedical Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering Studying the biomechanical properties of skin with regard to mechanical medical.

Meng, Aeronautical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Royal Aeronautical Society, Institute of Mechanical Engineering 5 year mechanical engineering degree discipline.