Professor Robert Gorkin
Position
Co-Director (Impact, Innovation and Partnerships)
Biography
Robert Gorkin is a Professor in the Translational Health Research Institute at Western Sydney University. With a commitment to social good, Robert's work exemplifies the powerful combination of cutting-edge technologies with a human-centric approach. He has experience across Drug Development, Clinical Diagnostics, Smart Materials, Machine learning/AI, 3D-4D-BioPrinting, Robotics, drones/UAVs, Internet of Things (IoT), and Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality (VR/AR/XR), among other interests.
Robert brings experience working on five continents with world-class institutes and companies ranging from international corporations to non-for-profits. His track record includes direct involvement in innovative technologies leading to investment, products, sales, and community benefits, contributing to over 100 publications and proceedings, and securing international grants and funding ($XXM in last 5 years) awarded from both academic and commercial positions.
Robert continues to progress both research and business interests with a collaborative spirit to encourage the next generation of researchers and entrepreneurs. When not assisting THRI in expanding WSU impact in health and wellness innovation, Robert is CEO of Eudaemon Technologies, a scale-up company bringing the next generation condom through clinical trials, or actively volunteering with Surf Lifesaving and Landcare.
Research Interests
- Emerging Technologies & Social Good
- Advanced Manufacturing / Industry 4.0
- Innovation
- Entrepreneurship
Qualifications & Recognition
- MBA Sydney Business School University of Wollongong
- PhD Biomedical Engineering, University of California Irvine
- BS Engineering Physics, University of Pittsburgh
Research & Publications
- For a complete list of my publications please see my publications page (opens in a new window)
- View my ResearchGate profile (opens in a new window)
Contact Details
r.gorkin@westernsydney.edu.au | |
Telephone | +61 2 4620 3134 |
Location | Campbelltown and Westmead Campus |