Dr Amir Mohagheghi
Senior Lecturer in Biomechanics

Summary

Dr Mohagheghi holds academic degrees in Physiotherapy and Motor Control and currently works as a Clinical Biomechanist. As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy of England, his research focuses on translating laboratory findings into clinical practice. His work primarily addresses movement disabilities of neural origin, including the study of biomechanical properties of muscles and tendons in both healthy and clinical populations. His research also explores the use of alternative motor pathways, manipulation of movement contexts for motor rehabilitation, and balance impairments in individuals with Parkinson's Disease.

Qualifications

• PhD – Motor Control & Learning – Otago University, New Zealand (1999)
• MSc – Physiotherapy – Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran (1994)
• BSc – Physiotherapy – Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran (1987) 

Employment

• Brunel University London (2009 – present)
• University College London (2007 – 2009)
• Manchester Metropolitan University (2004 – 2007)