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Email

dackland@unimelb.edu.au

Credentials


Position
Professor
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Education
Associate Diploma
University of Melbourne
Graduate Certificate
University of Melbourne
Doctorate (Coursework)
University of Melbourne
Bachelors Degree
University of Melbourne
ORCID

0000-0002-0559-7569

Prof David Ackland

Professor
Department of Biomedical Engineering

170 Scholarly works
18 Projects

HIGHLIGHTS

  • 2026

    Journal article

    Three-Dimensional human motion analysis using LiDAR technology: A systematic review
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2026.113292
  • 2026

    Journal article

    Erratum to "Biomechanical effectiveness of lower trapezius tendon transfer with intercalary tendon-bone graft versus the modified l'Episcopo procedure in reverse total shoulder arthroplasty with proximal humeral bone loss [Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, 2025;35:e69-e79]".
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2026.02.012
  • 2026

    Journal article

    Fracture Fixation in an Unstable Scaphoid Fracture Model: A Biomechanical Comparison of Double Screw Osteosynthesis With Two Common Bone Graft and Fixation Techniques
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2025.09.007
  • 2026

    Journal article

    Biomechanical Effectiveness of Lower Trapezius Tendon Transfer with Intercalary Tendon-Bone Graft versus the modified l’Episcopo Procedure in Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty with Proximal Humeral Bone Loss
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jseint.2025.101516
  • 2023

    Research grants (ARC, NHMRC, MRFF)

    A Digital Twin Framework for Human Mobility Measurement in the Home Setting
  • 2021

    Research grants (ARC, NHMRC, MRFF)

    Advancing Human Movement Evaluation Using Artificial Intelligence
  • 2018

    Research Grant

    Control of Prosthetic Limbs From Decoded Brain Signals
David Ackland

Latest Honours,
Awards and Fellowships


2021
Best Guest Nation Poster, Orthopaedic Research Society (2020), A novel dynamic cadaveric wrist simulator for 3-dimensional carpal motion assessment Orthopaedic Research Society
2017
Outstanding Researcher Award 2017, School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, University of Melbourne Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, University of Melbourne
2016
New Investigator Award, Agreement between Microsoft Kinect V2 and Vicon for 3D Marker Tracking (Mr Alessandro Timmi, PhD student) Australian Biomechanics Conference (2016)
2015
Most Commendable Paper in an International Journal, Bending strength and stiffness of Canine cadaver spines after fixation of a lumbar spinal fracture The Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists

RECENT SCHOLARLY WORKS

  • 2026

    Journal article

    Wearable Technology and Machine Learning for Prediction of Performance-Based and Patient-Reported Outcome Measures: A Systematic Review
    DOI: 10.3390/s26041218
  • 2026

    Journal article

    A data-driven modeling approach to prediction of persistent foot drop after gastroc-soleus lengthening surgery in children with cerebral palsy
    DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2025.110010
  • 2026

    Journal article

    Direct Conversion of Inertial Measurement Unit Data to Joint Angles in the Upper Limb Using Deep Learning: The Influence of Sensor Number and Placement
    DOI: 10.1109/JSEN.2026.3664323
  • 2026

    Journal article

    Screw Placement Influence on Implant Stability and Osseointegration Potential in Revision Hip Arthroplasty Involving Acetabular Defects: A Cohort-Based Modeling Study
    DOI: 10.1002/jor.70103
  • 2026

    Journal article

    A knotless suture anchor construct in MCL reconstruction is not inferior to traditional fixation methods
    DOI: 10.1177/2325967125s00337
  • 2026

    Journal article

    The Effect of Distal Scaphoid Excision and Triquetrum Excision on Radioscapholunate Fusion: A Systematic Review
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2025.11.008

RECENT PROJECTS

  • 2026

    Research grants (ARC, NHMRC, MRFF)

    ARC Training Centre for Transformative Health Sensing Technologies
  • 2024

    Research grants (other domestic)

    Static Superior Restraint for the Management of Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears

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