Research in focus: Hadi Mohammadi

Name:

Hadi Mohammadi

My pronouns:

He/Him

Title:

Associate Professor

Faculty/Department/Unit:

Applied Science/School of Engineering/Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering

Location:

Okanagan

Year I started working at UBC:

2013

Provide an overview of your research in 75 words or less:

My research is centered around three key pillars: Prosthetic Heart Valves – Advancing the design and testing of bileaflet mechanical heart valves to improve hemodynamic performance and reduce the need for anticoagulation therapy. Hand Tremor Attenuators – Developing innovative mechanical solutions to suppress pathological hand tremors, enhancing motor control and quality of life. Sexual Medicine and Penile Implants – Investigating novel biomaterials and implantable devices to improve treatment outcomes for erectile dysfunction and reconstructive urology.

Are there any research collaborators you'd like to acknowledge and why?

I want to acknowledge Drs. Ryan Flannigan and Ray Taheri for their invaluable contributions to my research. Dr. Flannigan, a leading expert in sexual medicine and reproductive health, has provided critical clinical insights into penile implants and reconstructive urology, bridging engineering innovation with patient-centered care. Dr. Taheri has fostered innovation and mentorship in biomedical engineering, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration. Their expertise and support have significantly shaped the impact and direction of my work.

What have you learned during your research that has surprised you the most?

One of the most surprising lessons from my research is the intricate balance between engineering innovation and biological complexity. In developing prosthetic heart valves, I discovered how subtle design changes drastically impact hemodynamics. While working on hand tremor attenuators, I was amazed by the variability in tremor patterns among individuals. In sexual medicine, I learned how psychological and physiological factors intertwine, highlighting the need for holistic approaches in medical device development.

Describe any interesting research milestones you are approaching

I am approaching several exciting research milestones. My work on prosthetic heart valves is progressing toward in-vitro hemodynamic testing of a novel bileaflet mechanical valve. In hand tremor attenuation, I am refining a modular T-beam design for optimized tremor suppression. In sexual medicine, I am exploring advanced biomaterials for penile implants, aiming to enhance biocompatibility and durability, bridging engineering innovation with clinical applications to improve patient outcomes.

Learn more:

https://engineering.ok.ubc.ca/about/contact/hadi-mohammadi/