Dr. Richie Abel

Associate Professor

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Biography

Richie Abel is an Associate Professor at Imperial College London, leading the Musculoskeletal Laboratory (MSK Lab) and the Bone Health Research Group. He supervises a multidisciplinary team combining clinical and non-clinical scientists to advance the understanding of bone health and disease. With over 60 journal articles and book chapters to his name, Abel has an H-Index of 31, reflecting his significant contributions to the field. He co-created and co-hosts the BoneUp podcast, aimed at empowering individuals living with bone disease and recently won the 2022 Neil Mackenzie Public Engagement Award from the Bone Research Society. His research primarily investigates the mechanics of bone and the impact of environmental factors on bone health, particularly focusing on ageing and pollution. He employs cutting-edge techniques such as synchrotron imaging to elucidate the molecular mechanisms that affect bone properties. Abel is also involved in developing novel diagnostic methods for osteoporosis and collaborating with companies on healthcare technologies. His work has garnered attention from prominent media outlets, and he serves on various boards and committees, including the JBMR Editorial Board and the Royal Osteoporosis Society.

Research Interests

Requirements for Imperial College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Materials Science Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Chemical Engineering Physics Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • CV/resume
  • Official university transcripts
  • Two academic or professional references
  • Application fee (£90)
Specialization Notes

Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.