Dr. Ahmed Imran specializes in applications of engineering mechanics to the human body. He has more than 60 publications with research interest in the areas of biomedical engineering and engineering education.
Education
D. Phil, University of Oxford, UK, 1998.
D. Phil, University of Oxford, UK, 1998.
B. Sc. Engineering, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India, 1990
B. Sc. Engineering, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India, 1990
Experience
Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Ajman University, Ajman, UAE, 2018 - present
Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Ajman University, Ajman, UAE, 2018 - present
Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Ajman University, Ajman, UAE, 1999 - 2018
Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Ajman University, Ajman, UAE, 1999 - 2018
Research Fellow (visitor): 05 July – 17 August 1999 & 20 June – 31 July 2000, Oxford Orthopaedic Engineering Centre, Oxford University, Oxford.
Research Fellow (visitor): 05 July – 17 August 1999 & 20 June – 31 July 2000, Oxford Orthopaedic Engineering Centre, Oxford University, Oxford.
Comparative Analysis of Delamination Resistance in CFRP Laminates interleaved by Thermoplastic Nanoparticle: Evaluating Toughening Mechanisms in Modes I and II R Mohammadi, R Akrami, M Assaad, A Imran, M Fotouhi Composites Part C: Open Access, 100518, Composites Part C, Oct 2023
Enhanced Hand Gesture Recognition with Surface Electromyogram and Machine Learning MRK Kadavath, M Nasor, A Imran Sensors 24 (16), 5231, Sensors, Oct 2023
Investigating Material Performance in Artificial Ankle Joints: A Biomechanical Study HM Nazha, M Adrah, T Osman, M Issa, A Imran, Y Zhang, D Juhre Prosthesis 6 (3), 509-526, Prosthesis, Oct 2023
Fractographic analysis of damage mechanisms dominated by delamination in composite laminates: A comprehensive review R Mohammadi, M Assaad, A Imran, M Fotouhi Polymer Testing, 108441, Polymer Testing, Oct 2023
Polysulfone nanofiber-modified composite laminates: Investigation of mode-I fatigue behavior and damage mechanisms. R Mohammadi, R Akrami, M Assaad, M Nasor, A Imran, M Fotouhi Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics 127, 104078, Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics, Oct 2023
Multivariable Signal Processing for Characterization of Failure Modes in Thin-Ply Hybrid Laminates Using Acoustic Emission Sensors. S Fotouhi, M Assaad, M Nasor, A Imran, A Ashames, M Fotouhi Sensors 23 (11), 5244, Sensors, Oct 2023
A Case Report of Zygomatic Fracture Reconstruction: Evaluation with Orbital Measurements and Models Registration. K Yousof, MA Darwich, K Darwich, G Alassah, A Imran, HM Nazha Applied Sciences 13 (10), 6154, Applied Sciences, Nov 2023
A. Imran, A. Imran. Estimates of Cruciate Ligament Forces Resulting from Anterior Tibial Translation During Simulated Flexion Motion of the Human Knee. Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering, 2023., Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering, Springer Nature
K. K. Mujeeb Rahman, Mohamed Nasor and Ahmed Imran, Automatic Screening of Diabetic Retinopathy Using Fundus Images and Machine Learning Algorithms. Diagnostics; 2022., Diagnostics, Apr 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/diagnostics12092262
A. Imran, A. Imran. Optimized Thickness of Meniscal Component in Partial Knee Replacement Analysed with Computer Simulation. J. Phys; vol. 2071; Nov. 2021, J Physics, Jan 2021
A. Imran, A. Imran. Cruciate Ligament Behaviour Analyzed with Modelling and Simulation of the Human Knee. Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering. (2021), Advances in Mechanical Engineering, Springer Nature.
Imran A. Analysis of Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Human Knee Using a Mathematical Model. Advances in Lightweight Materials and Structures. In: Praveen Kumar A., Dirgantara T., Krishna P.V. (eds) , Springer, pp 801-806, 2020.
Imran, A. Investigation of Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Knee with Relevance to Surgical Reconstruction--A Planar Mathematical Analysis. In o SI., Gelman L., Kim H.K. (Ed.), Transactions on Engineering Technologies. Springer, 2020.
A. Imran. Computer Graphics-Based Analysis of Anterior Cruciate Ligament in a Partially Replaced Knee. Intelligent Computing. K. Arai et al. (Eds.), vol 3, pp. 607–612, Springer, 2020.
A. Imran. Computer Graphics Based Analysis of Loading Patterns in the Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Human Knee. Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing 998, Ed. Arai, R. Bhatia and S Kapoor, 1175-80; Springer, 2019.
A. Imran. Computer graphics based approach as an aid to analyze mechanics of the replaced knee. Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, 857, K. Arai et al (Eds.) Springer, pp. 1340-1345, 2019.
A. Imran. Analyzing Anterior Knee Laxity with Isolated Fiber Bundles of Anterior Cruciate Ligament. Proc. of the World Congress on Engineering 2016 (WCE-2016), London, UK; 29 June – 1 July 2016.
Imran A. Modelling and Simulation in Orthopedic Biomechanics-Applications and Limitations Computational and Experimental Biomedical Sciences: Methods and Applications; Editors: Tavares, J. M and Jorge, R. M.; Publisher: Springer, 2015.
Imran A. Influence of Flexing Load Position on the Loading of Cruciate Ligaments at the Knee-A Graphics-Based Analysis. Computational and Experimental Biomedical Sciences: Methods and Applications; Editors: Tavares, J. M and Jorge, R. M.; Publisher: Springer, Switzerland; 2015.
Imran A. Influence of Tibial Translation on Estimates of Patellar Tendon Force During Knee Flexion. Transactions on Engineering Technologies, Editors: G C Yang, S L Ao and L Gelman; Publisher: Springer; 2015.
3. Imran A, Nasor M, Hayati F. The role of physics and mathematics courses in influencing students’ performance in engineering programs, QScience Proceedings (Engineering Leaders Conference 2014) 2015:61 http://dx.doi.org/10.5339/qproc.2015.elc2014.61
Sagittal Plane Knee Laxity After Ligament Retaining Unconstrained Arthroplasty: A Mathematical Analysis. J Mechanics in Medicine and Biology, Vol. 12(2); (2012).
Imran A, Nasor M, Hayati F. Factors Influencing Attrition in a Biomedical Engineering Program. Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences; vol. 102, pp. 402 – 405, 2013.
Imran A, Nasor M, Hayati F. Relating Grades of Math and Science Courses with Students’ Performance in a Multi-Disciplinary Engineering Program – A Gender Inclusive Case Study. Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences, vol. 46, pp. 3989-3992, 2012.
A. Imran M. Nasor and F. Hayati Gender-Based Statistical Analysis of Students in Engineering Programs Over Ten Years, in: Engineering Education in the 21st Century Quality, Globalization and Local Relevance, edited by A. Shanableh, K Hamad, M. Omar and M. Bettayeb, published by: College of Graduate Studies and Research, University of Sharjah, UAE, pp. 343-347, 2012.
Imran A, Nasor M, Hayati F. Analysis of Students’ School Results and Performance in Engineering Programs – A Case Study. International Journal on New Trends in Education and Their Implications, pp. 38–43, vol. 2(4), 2011.
Contribution in Book (Model Animations included on DVD): Unicompartmental Arthroplasty with the Oxford Knee. J Goodfellow, J O’Connor, C Dodd and D Murray, Oxford University Press, USA; 2006. (ISBN: 978-1906884789)
Imran A, Huss RA, Holstein H and O'Connor J. The Variation of Orientation and Moment Arms of the Knee Extensor and Flexor Muscle Tendons with Increasing Muscle Force. Proc Inst Mech Eng (Part H), J Engineering in Medicine: 214(H), 277-286, 2000.
Imran A, O'Connor J and Murray DW. Shape of the Femoral Component in Unconstrained Uni-compartmental Knee Replacement: Does it have to be Polycentric? TraumaLinc: 2(2), 2000.
Imran A and O'Connor J. Control of Knee Stability after ACL Injury or Repair: Interaction Between Hamstrings Contraction and Tibial Translation. Clinical Biomechanics: 13(3), 1998, 153-62
Imran A, O'Connor J and Lu TW. Computer Simulation of a Mobile Bearing Knee Prosthesis in: Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering; Editors: Middleton, J. and Jones, M.L. and Pande, G.N. Gordon and Breach Publishers, Reading, UK: 1998.
Imran A and O'Connor J. Theoretical Estimates of Cruciate Ligament Forces: Effects of Tibial Surface Geometry and Ligament Orientations. Proc Inst Mech Eng (Part H), J Engineering in Medicine: 211(H), 1997, 425-439
O'Connor J, Goodfellow JW, Imran A, Lu TW, Wilson DR and Feikes J. Kinematics and Mechanics of the Knee with Application to Unicompartmental Replacement and the Pathomechanics of Anteromedial Osteoarthritis. In Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty; Editors: Cartier Ph, Epinette JA, Deschamps G and Hernigou Ph. Expansion Scientifique Francaise, Paris: 1997.
Conference Presentation
Selected recent conference presentations of A. Imran are listed below:
Selected recent conference presentations of A. Imran are listed below:
Cruciate Ligament Behaviour Analyzed with Modelling and imulation of the Human Knee. International Conference on Advances in Materials Sciences and Engineering, 28–30 December 2020, India.
Cruciate Ligament Behaviour Analyzed with Modelling and imulation of the Human Knee. International Conference on Advances in Materials Sciences and Engineering, 28–30 December 2020, India.
Computer Graphics Based Analysis of Anterior Cruciate Ligament in a Partially Replaced Knee. Computing Conference, 16 - 17 July 2020, London, UK.
Computer Graphics Based Analysis of Anterior Cruciate Ligament in a Partially Replaced Knee. Computing Conference, 16 - 17 July 2020, London, UK.
Analysis of Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Human Knee Using a Mathematical Model. International Conference on Advances in Lightweight Materials and Structures, ICALMS 2020, India.
Analysis of Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Human Knee Using a Mathematical Model. International Conference on Advances in Lightweight Materials and Structures, ICALMS 2020, India.
Computer Graphics Based Analysis of Loading Patterns in the Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Human Knee. Computing Conference, 16 - 18 July 2019, London, UK.
Computer Graphics Based Analysis of Loading Patterns in the Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Human Knee. Computing Conference, 16 - 18 July 2019, London, UK.
Computer Graphics Based Approach as an Aid to Analyze Mechanics of the Replaced Knee. Computing Conference 2018, 10-12 July 2018, London, UK.
Computer Graphics Based Approach as an Aid to Analyze Mechanics of the Replaced Knee. Computing Conference 2018, 10-12 July 2018, London, UK.
Relating Knee Laxity with Strain in the Anterior Cruciate Ligament. Lecture Notes in Engineering and Computer Science: Proceedings of The World Congress on Engineering 2017, 5-7 July, 2017, London, U.K., pp1037-1042.
Relating Knee Laxity with Strain in the Anterior Cruciate Ligament. Lecture Notes in Engineering and Computer Science: Proceedings of The World Congress on Engineering 2017, 5-7 July, 2017, London, U.K., pp1037-1042.
Analyzing the Patterns of Anterior Knee Laxity During Flexion. The 21st Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics; Prague Czech Republic, July 5 – 8, 2015.
Analyzing the Patterns of Anterior Knee Laxity During Flexion. The 21st Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics; Prague Czech Republic, July 5 – 8, 2015.
Analyzing the Anterior Knee Laxity During Passive Flexion. Proc. of the World Congress on Engineering 2015 (WCE-2015), vol. II pp. 1034-1037, London, UK; 1-3 July 2015.
Analyzing the Anterior Knee Laxity During Passive Flexion. Proc. of the World Congress on Engineering 2015 (WCE-2015), vol. II pp. 1034-1037, London, UK; 1-3 July 2015.
Analyzing the Patellar Tendon Force During Quadriceps Muscle Exercise. Proc. of the World Congress on Engineering 2014 (WCE-2014), vol. III pp. 1313-1316, London, UK; 2-4 July 2014.
Analyzing the Patellar Tendon Force During Quadriceps Muscle Exercise. Proc. of the World Congress on Engineering 2014 (WCE-2014), vol. III pp. 1313-1316, London, UK; 2-4 July 2014.
The Role of Patellar Tendon in Loading the Cruciate Ligaments at the Knee During Quadriceps Contraction. Annual conference of the European Society of Biomechanics; p 056; Patras, Greece, 25 – 28 August, 2013.
The Role of Patellar Tendon in Loading the Cruciate Ligaments at the Knee During Quadriceps Contraction. Annual conference of the European Society of Biomechanics; p 056; Patras, Greece, 25 – 28 August, 2013.
Mechanics of the knee is influenced by the placement of prosthetics components in unconstrained uni-compartmental arthroplasty. Orthopedics Today, Hawaii, USA; 14 – 16. Jan. 2013. (Accepted).
Mechanics of the knee is influenced by the placement of prosthetics components in unconstrained uni-compartmental arthroplasty. Orthopedics Today, Hawaii, USA; 14 – 16. Jan. 2013. (Accepted).
Analyzing the Positions that could Potentially Load the Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Knee During Quadriceps Contraction. Proc. 11th International Symposium, Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; 3 – 7 April, 2013,
Analyzing the Positions that could Potentially Load the Anterior Cruciate Ligament of the Knee During Quadriceps Contraction. Proc. 11th International Symposium, Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; 3 – 7 April, 2013,
Memberships, Awards and Honors
Ajman University Internal Research Grant (as PI): 2023-IRG-ENIT-32 (UAED 19800).
Ajman University Internal Research Grant (as PI): 2023-IRG-ENIT-32 (UAED 19800).
Ajman University Internal Research Grant (as PI): 2022-IRG-ENIT-12 (UAED 34000).
Ajman University Internal Research Grant (as PI): 2022-IRG-ENIT-12 (UAED 34000).
Ajman University participation in Collaborative Online International Learning Grant (COIL-2023) grant won by North Texas University, USA – coordinated participation of Ajman University to study collaboration of undergraduate engineering students with international and intercultural learning experiences in preparation for global careers.
Ajman University participation in Collaborative Online International Learning Grant (COIL-2023) grant won by North Texas University, USA – coordinated participation of Ajman University to study collaboration of undergraduate engineering students with international and intercultural learning experiences in preparation for global careers.
Society Research Welfare Award (by International Congress on Advances in Materials Science and Engineering), 2021.
Society Research Welfare Award (by International Congress on Advances in Materials Science and Engineering), 2021.
American Society of Mechanical Engineering (ASME), USA.
American Society of Mechanical Engineering (ASME), USA.
European Society of Biomechanics. (ESB)
European Society of Biomechanics. (ESB)
International Association of Engineers (IAENG), Hong Kong.
International Association of Engineers (IAENG), Hong Kong.
Biomet Research Grant, (Swindon, UK ). 1997.
Biomet Research Grant, (Swindon, UK ). 1997.
Radhakrishnan Memorial Bequest, Oxford, UK, 1994
Radhakrishnan Memorial Bequest, Oxford, UK, 1994
Felix Scholarship for doctoral research program at the University of Oxford, UK, 1992.
Felix Scholarship for doctoral research program at the University of Oxford, UK, 1992.