Dr. Louis Ferreira

Associate Professor

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Biography

Louis M. Ferreira is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering at Western University. He received his Ph.D. in 2011 and is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.). His research interests primarily focus on Medical Mechatronics, with a special emphasis on orthopedic surgery and biomechanics of major joints. Dr. Ferreira's work is dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes in the context of orthopedic surgeries, with specific objectives aimed at enhancing surgical outcomes and minimizing unnecessary surgical revisions. His research plan seeks to leverage current technologies as well as develop new technologies and methods to provide orthopedic surgeons with a broad array of new tools and information. In addition to his educational endeavors, he is involved in joint appointments with the Surgery department, highlighting his interdisciplinary approach to healthcare technology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Western University • London, Ontario, Canada

Teaching and research in the Department of Mechanical & Materials Engineering.

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.