The ARC Training Centre had an exciting visit to the Stryker R&D lab at Brisbane’s Herston Health Precinct. This visit highlighted the ongoing collaboration between the Centre and Stryker, recently through an Advanced QLD Industry Research Fellowship (AQIRF) grant with Dr. Maxence Lavaill, focusing on shoulder musculoskeletal modelling.
It was an incredible opportunity for attendees to explore Stryker’s R&D programs in additive technologies, robotics, and connected care. The Centre was particularly impressed by Stryker’s approach to digital solutions and real-world evaluation to accelerate the delivery of new technologies, especially their patient-specific solutions and low-footprint manufacturing, which are paving he way for more cost-effective healthcare.
Key highlights of the visit included demonstrations of Stryker’s groundbreaking technologies:
- Mako Robot
- Virtual Surgical Planning
- IsoTour Gel Support Surface for Pressure Injury Prevention
- Ambulatory Surgical Centre
The visit provided valuable networking experiences for HDR students and postdocs, offering insights into career pathways within the biomedical engineering industry. Our attendees learned about advances in surgical robot technology, met industry professionals, and gained a deeper understanding of the real-world applications of biomechanics and translational research. This engagement is instrumental in helping them shape their careers beyond their time at the Centre. We’re also excited about the continuing work with Dr. Lavaill, which is making a significant impact on the field.
A big thank you to Jenna Lyon, Dr Tom Williamson, Justin d’Ettorre, and Conor Kelleher for the tour.
