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Dr Peter Theobald
BEng(Hons), PGCert, PhD, CEng, MIMechE, SFHEA
Reader
- Available for postgraduate supervision
Overview
I have over 20 years experience in soft tissue measurement, which has enabled me to develop and lead the successful Medical Experiment, Design + Computational Laboratory (MED+CL). We are expert generating new knowledge to understand, preserve and enhance soft tissue physiology and function. We use a combination of experimental methods and computational techniques to characterise soft tissue behaviour, both in vivo and in vitro.
We have a particular interest in inclusivity in sport, focussing on removing barriers and understanding risks. Our primary areas of research include the female athlete, and brain health. I also have a strong interest in research with potential clinical deliverables - especially orthopaedics, and in cardiac biomechanics, including a recently finished EPSRC-funded study investigating growth and remodelling, and have recently become involved in enhancing cancer-related diagnostics, by leveraging our recent EPSRC infrastructure investment to start developing new imaging phantoms.
Recent Work:
Fig 1. (a) Capturing heading kinematics, from Barnes-Wood et al., 2024. (b) Quantifynig the biaxial response of cardiac tissue, from Ahmad et al., 2023. (c) The hexahedral guide used to create a honeycomb helmet liner, from Adams et al., 2023. (d) Variation in Houndsfield unit achieved when adopting different 3D printing methods, from Lacan et al., 2023.
Industrial Collaboration:
My group and I actively engage with a breadth of industries and Standards committees (in the UK and US), national and international governing bodies. Our efforts focus on researching and developing novel technologies that can be translated into new products. We have worked extensively across the personal protection sector (e.g. Charles Owen, Champion Hats, Sports Labs, SPORTTAPE), creating many co-supervised, co-funded research roles that have been valuable in generating industry-specific knowledge and understanding. An example is the secondment of Finlay Taggart, developing our fundamental work (MacFarlane et al., 2024) to produce an on-pitch method of assessing skin injury risk.
Fig 2. The launch of our new, laboratory-based device to assess skin injury risk, ahead of its adoption in the revised turf regulations. The event was attended by World Rugby (sponsors), FIFA, World Rugby Preferred Turf Producers and Accredited Test Institutes (April 2024).
Publication
2024
- Zhuan, X., Guan, D., Gao, H., Theobald, P. and Luo, X. 2024. A mixed trigger volumetric growth law for cylindrical deformation in stressed configurations. Mathematics and Mechanics of Solids 29(9), pp. 1915-1931. (10.1177/10812865241242998)
- MacFarlane, M., O'Donnell, E., Harrison, E., Douglas, M., Lees, N. and Theobald, P. 2024. A novel methodology for simulating skin injury risk on synthetic playing surfaces. Lubricants 12(6), article number: 207. (10.3390/lubricants12060207)
- Barnes-Wood, M., McCloskey, H., Connelly, S., Gilchrist, M. D., Annaidh, A. N. and Theobald, P. S. 2024. Investigation of head kinematics and brain strain response during soccer heading using a custom-fit instrumented mouthguard. Annals of Biomedical Engineering 52, pp. 934-945. (10.1007/s10439-023-03430-8)
2023
- Ahmad, F., Soe, S., Albon, J., Errington, R. and Theobald, P. 2023. Quantifying the microstructural and biomechanical changes in the porcine ventricles during growth and remodelling. Acta Biomaterialia 171, pp. 166-192. (10.1016/j.actbio.2023.09.044)
- Adams, R., Soe, S. and Theobald, P. 2023. Optimisation of an elastomeric pre-buckled honeycomb helmet liner for advanced impact mitigation. Smart Materials and Structures 32(9), article number: 95012. (10.1088/1361-665x/ace94b)
- Lacan, F., Johnston, R., Carrington, R., Spezi, E. and Theobald, P. 2023. Towards using a multi-material, pellet-fed additive manufacturing platform to fabricate novel imaging phantoms. Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology 47, pp. 189-196. (10.1080/03091902.2023.2193267)
2022
- Elfekky, M. et al. 2022. Causes of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction failure: A meta-analysis. Journal of Musculoskeletal Surgery and Research 6, pp. 193-199. (10.25259/JMSR_72_2022)
- Ramos, H., Santiago, R., Soe, S., Theobald, P. and Alves, M. 2022. Response of gyroid lattice structures to impact loads. International Journal of Impact Engineering 164, article number: 104202. (10.1016/j.ijimpeng.2022.104202)
- Adams, R., Townsend, S., Soe, S. and Theobald, P. 2022. Mechanical behaviour of additively manufactured elastomeric pre-buckled honeycombs under quasi-static and impact loading. Materials & Design 213, article number: 110368. (10.1016/j.matdes.2021.110368)
- Adams, R., Townsend, S., Soe, S. and Theobald, P. 2022. Finite element-based optimisation of an elastomeric honeycomb for impact mitigation in helmet liners. International Journal of Mechanical Sciences 214, article number: 106920. (10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2021.106920)
2021
- Hanna, B., Adams, R., Townsend, S., Robinson, M., Soe, S., Stewart, M. and Theobald, P. 2021. Auxetic metamaterial optimisation for head impact mitigation in American football. International Journal of Impact Engineering 157, article number: 103991. (10.1016/j.ijimpeng.2021.103991)
- ALJawaee, M. A., Jones, M. D., Theobald, P. S. and Williams, J. M. 2021. Does wobble board training improve balance in older adults? A systematic review. Physical Therapy Reviews 26(6), pp. 447-456. (10.1080/10833196.2021.1987042)
- MacFarlane, M. J. and Theobald, P. 2021. Skin tribology in sport. Biosurface and Biotribology 7(3), pp. 113-118. (10.1049/bsb2.12015)
- Soe, S., Adams, R., Hossain, M. and Theobald, P. 2021. Investigating the dynamic compression response of elastomeric, additively manufactured fluid-filled structures via experimental and finite element analyses. Additive Manufacturing 39, article number: 101885. (10.1016/j.addma.2021.101885)
2020
- Townsend, S., Adams, R., Robinson, M., Hanna, B. and Theobald, P. 2020. 3D printed origami honeycombs with tailored out-of-plane energy absorption behavior. Materials & Design 195, article number: 108930. (10.1016/j.matdes.2020.108930)
- Soe, S., Robinson, M., Giasin, K., Adams, R., Palkowski, T. and Theobald, P. 2020. Using FFF and topology optimisation to increase crushing strength in equestrian helmets. Presented at: 7th International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing KES-SDM 2020, Virtual, 9-11 Sept 2020 Presented at Scholz, S. G., Howlett, R. J. and Setchi, R. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2020, Vol. 200. Springer pp. 369-377., (10.1007/978-981-15-8131-1_33)
2019
- Adams, R. et al. 2019. A novel pathway for efficient characterisation of additively manufactured thermoplastic elastomers. Materials and Design 180, article number: 107917. (10.1016/j.matdes.2019.107917)
- Guan, D., Ahmad, F., Theobald, P., Soe, S., Luo, X. and Gao, H. 2019. On the AIC-based model reduction for the general Holzapfel-Ogden myocardial constitutive law. Biomechanics and Modeling in Mechanobiology 18, pp. 1213-1232. (10.1007/s10237-019-01140-6)
- Kandasamy, J., Theobald, P., Maconochie, I. and Jones, M. 2019. Can real-time feedback improve the simulated infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation performance of basic life support and lay rescuers?. Archives of Disease in Childhood 104(8), pp. 493-801. (10.1136/archdischild-2018-316576)
- Malik, S., Malik, S., Shenoy, R., Jones, M. and Theobald, P. S. 2019. An in-vitro animal bone model study to predict spiral fracture strength of long bones in the young infant. Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma 10(4), pp. 744-749. (10.1016/j.jcot.2018.10.001)
- Robinson, M. et al. 2019. Mechanical characterisation of additively manufactured elastomeric structures for variable strain rate applications. Additive Manufacturing 27, pp. -. (10.1016/j.addma.2019.03.022)
2018
- Ahmad, F. et al. 2018. Biomechanical properties and microstructure of neonatal porcine ventricles. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials 88, pp. 18-28. (10.1016/j.jmbbm.2018.07.038)
- Ahmad, F. et al. 2018. Region-specific microstructure in the neonatal ventricles of a porcine model. Annals of Biomedical Engineering 46(12), pp. 2162-2176. (10.1007/s10439-018-2089-4)
- Thangaraj, R., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2018. Changes in frictional coefficient with increased tendon surface tear?An experimental animal model. Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma 9(S1), pp. S19-S25. (10.1016/j.jcot.2017.08.003)
2017
- Jabi, W., Soe, S., Theobald, P., Aish, R. and Lannon, S. 2017. Enhancing parametric design through non-manifold topology. Design Studies 52, pp. 96-114. (10.1016/j.destud.2017.04.003)
- Jones, M., Darwall, D., Khalid, G., Prabhu, R., Kemp, A., Arthurs, O. J. and Theobald, P. 2017. Development and validation of a physical model to investigate the biomechanics of infant head impact. Forensic Science International 276, pp. 111-119. (10.1016/j.forsciint.2017.03.025)
- Robinson, M., Soe, S., McShane, G., Celeghini, R., Burek, R., Alves, M. and Theobald, P. 2017. Developing elastomeric cellular structures for multiple head impacts. Presented at: 2017 IRCOBI Conference, Antwerp, Belgium, 13–15 September 2017.
2016
- Jones, M. D., Oates, B. and Theobald, P. 2016. Quantifying the biotribological properties of forehead skin to enhance head impact simulations. Biosurface and Biotribology 2(2), pp. 75-80.
- Swaminathan, R., Williams, J. M., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2016. The prediction of neck extensor force using surface electromyography. Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation 29(2), pp. 279-285. (10.3233/BMR-150626)
- Dorrington, P., Lacan, F. A. and Bigot, S. 2016. How are micro enterprises adopting emergent technologies?. Presented at: 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing (SDM-2016), Chania, Greece, 4-6 April 2016 Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Vol. 52. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies (SIST) Vol. 52. Cham: Springer pp. 215-226., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_19)
- Davies, A., Packianather, M., White, J. and Soman, S. 2016. Achieving sustainability in SME manufacturing operations via the use of flexible integrated technology and product symbiosis. Presented at: SDM 2016, Crete, Greece, 4-6 April 2016 Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Vol. 52. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies Cham: Springer pp. 281-293., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_25)
- Morris, A., Setchi, R. and Prickett, P. W. 2016. Product change management and future information architectures. Presented at: Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Chania, Crete, Greece, 5 - 8 April 2016. Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Vol. 1. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies Vol. 52. Switzerland: Springer International Publishing pp. 241-250., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_21)
- Marsh, J. and Eyers, D. 2016. Increasing production efficiency through electronic batch record systems: a case study. Presented at: SDM 2016, Chania, Crete Greece, 4 - 6 April 2016 Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies Vol. 52. Cham: pp. 261-269., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_23)
- Soe, S., Jabi, W. and Theobald, P. 2016. Evaluating innovative CAD techniques in the creation of conformal cellular structures. Presented at: 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing (SDM-2016), Heraklion, Greece, 4-6 April 2016 Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Vol. 52. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies Springer International pp. 387-397., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_33)
- Hughes, J., Maguire, S., Jones, M., Theobald, P. and Kemp, A. 2016. Biomechanical characteristics of head injuries from falls in children younger than 48 months. Archives of Disease in Childhood 101, pp. 310-315. (10.1136/archdischild-2014-306803)
- Swaminathan, R., Williams, J. M., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2016. Does the new rugby union scrum sequence positively influence the hooker's in situ spinal kinematics?. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine 2(1), article number: e000064. (10.1136/bmjsem-2015-000064)
- Alqhtani, R. S., Jones, M. D., Theobald, P. and Williams, J. M. 2016. Investigating the contribution of the upper and lower lumbar spine, relative to hip motion, in everyday tasks. Manual Therapy 21, pp. 268-273. (10.1016/j.math.2015.09.014)
- Setchi, R. et al. eds. 2016. Sustainable design and manufacturing 2016. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies. Springer. (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4)
2015
- Singh, R., Theobald, P., Hamad, A. and Hay, S. 2015. Motocross biking for competition and for recreation: a prospective analysis of 423 injured riders. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine 1(1), article number: e000019. (10.1136/bmjsem-2015-000019)
- Jones, M. D., Martin, P. S., Williams, J. M., Kemp, A. M. and Theobald, P. 2015. Development of a computational biomechanical infant model for the investigation of infant head injury by shaking. Medicine, Science and the Law 55(4), pp. 291-299. (10.1177/0025802414564495)
- Swaminathan, M., Williams, J., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2015. A kinematic analysis of the spine during rugby scrummaging on natural and synthetic turfs. Journal of Sports Sciences 34(11), pp. 1058-1066. (10.1080/02640414.2015.1088165)
- Soe, S., Martin, P. S., Jones, M., Robinson, M. R. and Theobald, P. 2015. Feasibility of optimising bicycle helmet design safety through the use of additive manufactured TPE cellular structures. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 79(9), pp. 1975-1982. (10.1007/s00170-015-6972-y)
- King, P., Kulon, J., Plassmann, P., Wilcox, S., Theobald, P. and Jones, M. D. 2015. Design, calibration and validation of a novel surface imaging tool for medical endoscopic applications. Presented at: 2015 IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference (I2MTC), Pisa, Italy, 11-14 May 20152015 IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference (I2MTC 2015). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) pp. 1342-1348., (10.1109/I2MTC.2015.7151468)
- Alqhtani, R. S., Jones, M. D., Theobald, P. and Williams, J. 2015. Correlation of lumbar-hip kinematics between trunk flexion and other functional tasks. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 38(6), pp. 442-447. (10.1016/j.jmpt.2015.05.001)
- Alqhtani, R. S., Jones, M. D., Theobald, P. and Williams, J. M. 2015. Reliability of an accelerometer-based system for quantifying multiregional spinal range of motion. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 38(4), pp. 275-281. (10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.12.007)
- Soe, S., Ryan, M., McShane, G. and Theobald, P. 2015. Energy absorption characteristics of additively manufactured TPE cellular structures. Presented at: Second International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing, Seville, Spain, 12-14 April 2015.
- Okhiria, D., Giebaly, D. E., Meydan, T., Bigot, S. and Theobald, P. 2015. In vivo monitoring of orthopaedic implant wear using amorphous ribbons. IEEE Transactions on Magnetics 51(1), article number: 4002303. (10.1109/TMAG.2014.2356715)
2014
- Rodger, M. P., Theobald, P. and Giddins, G. 2014. Vein grafts to augment flexor tendon repairs: a biomechanical study on strength and gap resistance. Journal of Hand Surgery: European Volume 40(7), pp. 695-699. (10.1177/1753193414564902)
- Singh, R., Kamal, T., Roulohamin, N., Maoharan, G., Ahmed, B. and Theobald, P. 2014. Ankle fractures: a literature review of current treatment methods. Open Journal of Orthopedics 4(11), pp. 292-303. (10.4236/ojo.2014.411046)
- Howieson, A. J., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2014. The change in energy absorbed post removal of metalwork in a simulated paediatric long bone fracture. Journal of Children's Orthopaedics 8(5), pp. 443-447. (10.1007/s11832-014-0606-z)
- Williams, J., Theobald, P. and Jones, M. D. 2014. Does the presence of a vertical barrier influence sagittal spinal curvature or range of motion in young females?. Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation 27(1), pp. 71-75. (10.3233/BMR-130421)
- Soe, S., Robinson, M. R., Martin, P. S., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2014. Feasibility of using Duraform® flex lattice structures and additive manufacturing for optimising bicycle helmet design safety. Presented at: SDM'14: International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing, Cardiff, Wales, 28-30 April 2014Sustainable Design and Manufacturing: SDM-14: Pre-Proceedings, Vol. 1. Vol. 1. England: KES International pp. 278-290.
2013
- Biggs, P., Evans, S., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2013. Development of a methodology for the standardisation and improvement of 'Smartphone' photography of patterned bruises and other cutaneous injuries. Science & Justice 53(3), pp. 358-362. (10.1016/j.scijus.2013.05.001)
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Kemp, A. M., Maguire, S. A., Maconochie, I. and Jones, M. D. 2013. Real-time feedback can improve infant manikin cardiopulmonary resuscitation by up to 79%- A randomised controlled trial. Resuscitation 84(8), pp. 1125-1130. (10.1016/j.resuscitation.2013.03.029)
- Martin, P. S., Kemp, A. M., Theobald, P., Maguire, S. A. and Jones, M. D. 2013. Does a more "physiological" infant manikin design effect chest compression quality and create a potential for thoracic over-compression during simulated infant CPR?. Resuscitation 84(5), pp. 666-671. (10.1016/j.resuscitation.2012.10.005)
- Khan, I. M. et al. 2013. In vitro growth factor-induced bio engineering of mature articular cartilage. Biomaterials 34(5), pp. 1478-1487. (10.1016/j.biomaterials.2012.09.076)
- Martin, P. S., Kemp, A. M., Theobald, P., Maguire, S. A. and Jones, M. D. 2013. Do chest compressions during simulated infant CPR comply with international recommendations?. Archives of Disease in Childhood 98, pp. 576-581. (10.1136/archdischild-2012-302583)
- Theobald, P. 2013. Fat pad lubrication properties. In: Wang, Q. J. and Chung, Y. eds. Encyclopedia of Tribology. Springer, pp. 1022-1026., (10.1007/978-0-387-92897-5_1274)
2012
- Theobald, P., Dowson, D., Khan, I. M. and Jones, M. D. 2012. Tribological characteristics of healthy tendon. Journal of Biomechanics. 45(11), pp. 1972-1978. (10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.05.005)
- Theobald, P., Qureshi, A. and Jones, M. D. 2012. Biomechanical investigation into the torsional failure of immature long bone. Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma 3(1), pp. 24-27. (10.1016/j.jcot.2012.02.001)
- McGonagle, L. J., Jones, M. D., Dowson, D. and Theobald, P. 2012. The bio-tribological properties of anti-adhesive agents commonly used during tendon repair. Journal of Orthopaedic Research 30(5), pp. 775-780. (10.1002/jor.21569)
- Martin, P. S., Jones, M., Maguire, S. A., Theobald, P. and Kemp, A. M. 2012. Increased incidence of CPR-related rib fractures in infants - is it related to changes in CPR technique? [Letter]. Resuscitation 83(4), pp. e109. (10.1016/j.resuscitation.2011.08.034)
- Theobald, P., Jones, M. D. and Williams, J. M. 2012. Do inertial sensors represent a viable method to reliably measure cervical spine range of motion?. Manual Therapy 17(1), pp. 92-96. (10.1016/j.math.2011.06.007)
- McGonagle, L., Jones, M. D., Dowson, D., King, P. and Theobald, P. 2012. Lubrication properties of commercially available anti-adhesive agents used in tendon repair [Abstract]. Orthopaedic Proceedings: a supplement of Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (British) 94-B(SXVIII), pp. 60-60.
2011
- Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2011. The potential effects of floor impact surfaces on infant head injury outcome during a short fall. Medicine, Science and the Law 51(4), pp. 203-207. (10.1258/msl.2011.011006)
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Kemp, A. M. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Do chest compressions, during paediatric CPR, cause thoracic trauma?. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Jones, M. D., Dickson, J. and Theobald, P. 2011. Does wearing a cycle helmet increase the risk of a child sustaining a rotational head injury?. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Theobald, P. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Does the potential adoption of IRB Regulation 22 expose soccer players to an increased risk of head injury?. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Martin, P., Theobald, P., Kemp, A., O'Brien, S., Maguire, S. A. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Chest compression quality during infant CPR. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Jones, M. D., Cory, C. and Theobald, P. 2011. Validation of the MADYMO facet human body model to simulate blunt ballistic impacts to the thorax. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Qureshi, A., Theobald, P., Paul, K. and Jones, M. D. 2011. The influence of strain rate on the angle of spiral fracture in paediatric long bone. Presented at: 12th European Congress of Trauma & Emergency Surgery, Milan, Italy, 27-30 April 2011.
- Thomas, J. M. C., Beevers, D., Dowson, D., Jones, M. D., King, P. and Theobald, P. 2011. The bio-tribological characteristics of synthetic tissue grafts. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine 225(2), pp. 141-148. (10.1243/09544119JEIM796)
- Jones, M., Cory, C. Z. and Theobald, P. 2011. Validation of the MADYMO facet human body model to simulate blunt ballistic impacts to the thorax. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011Proceedings of the International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 2011. International Society of Biomechanics
- Qureshi, A., Theobald, P., Paul, K. and Jones, M. D. 2011. The influence of strain rate on the angle of spiral fracture in paediatric long bone. Presented at: 12th European Congress of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, Milan, Italy, 21-30 April 2011.
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Kemp, A. M. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Computational simulation of head accelerations generated by the 'Shaken Baby Syndrome'. Presented at: ESB2010: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics, Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Theobald, P., Qureshi, A. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Can the rotational speed to cause spiral fracture be estimated from the fracture pattern?. Presented at: Bone Research Society and British Orthopaedic Research Society Meeting, Cambridge, UK, 27-29 June 2011.
- Theobald, P., Jones, M. D. and Williams, J. 2011. The use of attitude sensors to measure cervical spine ROM. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belguim, 3-7 July 2011.
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Kemp, A. M., O'Brien, S., Maguire, S. A. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Chest compression performance during infant CPR [Abstract]. Archives of Diseases in Childhood 96(S1), article number: A86. (10.1136/adc.2011.212563.200)
2010
- Stokes, O. D., Theobald, P., Pugh, N. D. and Nokes, L. D. M. 2010. Panoramic ultrasound to measure in vivo teno Achilles strain. Foot and Ankle International 31(10), pp. 905-909. (10.3113/FAI.2010.0905)
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Holt, C. A., Kemp, A. M. and Jones, M. D. 2010. Development of a 9 month old model for the computational simulation of traumatic injuries to infants. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Theobald, P., Swaminathan, R., Qureshi, A. and Jones, M. D. 2010. The biomechanical consequence of removing the periosteum from paediatric bone exposed to spiral fracture. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Theobald, P., Whitelegg, L., Nokes, L. D. M. and Jones, M. D. 2010. Using head injury criterion (HIC) to assess the risk of concussion following head impact. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Thomas, J. M., Beevers, D. J., Dowson, D., Jones, M. D., King, P. and Theobald, P. 2010. The lubrication of synthetic tissue grafts and healthy tendon. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Qureshi, A., Theobald, P., Paul, K. and Jones, M. D. 2010. Biomechanical investigation into the torsional failure of paediatric long bone. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Theobald, P., Whitelegg, L., Nokes, L. D. M. and Jones, M. D. 2010. The predicted risk of head injury from fall related impacts on to third-generation artificial turf and grass soccer surfaces: A comparative biomechanical analysis. Sports Biomechanics 9(1), pp. 29-37. (10.1080/14763141003690245)
- Landham, P. R., Nokes, L. D. M., Byrne, C. B. B., Dowson, D., Dent, C. and Theobald, P. 2010. Friction as a potential cause of paratenonitis [Abstract]. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery 92-B(I 59)
- Qureshi, A., Theobald, P., Paul, K. and Jones, M. D. 2010. The influence of strain rate on the angle of spiral fracture in paediatirc long bone [Abstract]. European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery 36(S1), pp. 141.
2009
- Ghazzawi, A. A., Theobald, P., Pugh, N. D., Byrne, C. B. B. and Nokes, L. D. M. 2009. Quantifying the motion of Kager's fat pad. Journal of Orthopaedic Research 27(11), pp. 1457-1460. (10.1002/jor.20900)
- Theobald, P., Jones, M. D., Holt, C. A., Evans, S. L. and O'Doherty, D. M. 2009. Medical engineering at Cardiff University. Part 1: undergraduate programmes of study. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine 223(4), pp. 425-430. (10.1243/09544119JEIM533)
- Theobald, P., O'Doherty, D. M., Holt, C. A., Evans, S. L. and Jones, M. D. 2009. Medical engineering at Cardiff University. Part 2: postgraduate programmes of study. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine 223(4), pp. 431-435. (10.1243/09544119JEIM534)
2008
- Landham, P. R., Nokes, L. D. M., Byrne, C. B. B., Dowson, D., Dent, C. M. and Theobald, P. 2008. A bio-tribological analysis of paratenonitis. Presented at: STLE/ASME 2008 International Joint Tribology Conference (IJTC2008), Miami, FL, USA, 20-22 October 2008Proceedings of the STLE/ASME 2008 International Joint Tribology Conference (IJTC2008), October 20–22, 2008 , Miami, Florida, USA. ASME Conference Proceedings New York, NY: ASME pp. 131-133., (10.1115/IJTC2008-71158)
2007
- Theobald, P. et al. 2007. Lubrication regime of the contact between fat and bone in bovine tissue. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of engineering in medicine 221(4), pp. 351-356. (10.1243/09544119JEIM176)
- Pullin, R., Theobald, P., Holford, K. M. and Evans, S. L. 2007. Numerical determination of acoustic emission sensor response in plates using dispersion curves. Presented at: 7th International Conference on Damage Assessment of Structures (DAMAS 2007), Turin, Italy.
- Theobald, P. et al. 2007. The Potential Frictional Significance of Kagers Fat Pad. Presented at: 53rd Annual Meeting of the Orthopaedic Research Society, San Diego, USA.
2006
- Theobald, P., Bydder, G., Dent, C. M., Nokes, L. D. M., Pugh, N. D. and Benjamin, M. 2006. The functional anatomy of Kager's fat pad in relation to retrocalcaneal problems and other hindfoot disorders. Journal of anatomy 208(1), pp. 91-97. (10.1111/j.1469-7580.2006.00510.x)
- Theobald, P. 2006. Biomechanical analysis of the Achilles tendon enthesis organ. PhD Thesis, Cardiff University.
2005
- Theobald, P., Benjamin, M., Nokes, L. D. M. and Pugh, N. 2005. Review of the vascularisation of the human Achilles tendon. Injury 36(11), pp. 1267-1272. (10.1016/j.injury.2005.02.012)
Articles
- Zhuan, X., Guan, D., Gao, H., Theobald, P. and Luo, X. 2024. A mixed trigger volumetric growth law for cylindrical deformation in stressed configurations. Mathematics and Mechanics of Solids 29(9), pp. 1915-1931. (10.1177/10812865241242998)
- MacFarlane, M., O'Donnell, E., Harrison, E., Douglas, M., Lees, N. and Theobald, P. 2024. A novel methodology for simulating skin injury risk on synthetic playing surfaces. Lubricants 12(6), article number: 207. (10.3390/lubricants12060207)
- Barnes-Wood, M., McCloskey, H., Connelly, S., Gilchrist, M. D., Annaidh, A. N. and Theobald, P. S. 2024. Investigation of head kinematics and brain strain response during soccer heading using a custom-fit instrumented mouthguard. Annals of Biomedical Engineering 52, pp. 934-945. (10.1007/s10439-023-03430-8)
- Ahmad, F., Soe, S., Albon, J., Errington, R. and Theobald, P. 2023. Quantifying the microstructural and biomechanical changes in the porcine ventricles during growth and remodelling. Acta Biomaterialia 171, pp. 166-192. (10.1016/j.actbio.2023.09.044)
- Adams, R., Soe, S. and Theobald, P. 2023. Optimisation of an elastomeric pre-buckled honeycomb helmet liner for advanced impact mitigation. Smart Materials and Structures 32(9), article number: 95012. (10.1088/1361-665x/ace94b)
- Lacan, F., Johnston, R., Carrington, R., Spezi, E. and Theobald, P. 2023. Towards using a multi-material, pellet-fed additive manufacturing platform to fabricate novel imaging phantoms. Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology 47, pp. 189-196. (10.1080/03091902.2023.2193267)
- Elfekky, M. et al. 2022. Causes of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction failure: A meta-analysis. Journal of Musculoskeletal Surgery and Research 6, pp. 193-199. (10.25259/JMSR_72_2022)
- Ramos, H., Santiago, R., Soe, S., Theobald, P. and Alves, M. 2022. Response of gyroid lattice structures to impact loads. International Journal of Impact Engineering 164, article number: 104202. (10.1016/j.ijimpeng.2022.104202)
- Adams, R., Townsend, S., Soe, S. and Theobald, P. 2022. Mechanical behaviour of additively manufactured elastomeric pre-buckled honeycombs under quasi-static and impact loading. Materials & Design 213, article number: 110368. (10.1016/j.matdes.2021.110368)
- Adams, R., Townsend, S., Soe, S. and Theobald, P. 2022. Finite element-based optimisation of an elastomeric honeycomb for impact mitigation in helmet liners. International Journal of Mechanical Sciences 214, article number: 106920. (10.1016/j.ijmecsci.2021.106920)
- Hanna, B., Adams, R., Townsend, S., Robinson, M., Soe, S., Stewart, M. and Theobald, P. 2021. Auxetic metamaterial optimisation for head impact mitigation in American football. International Journal of Impact Engineering 157, article number: 103991. (10.1016/j.ijimpeng.2021.103991)
- ALJawaee, M. A., Jones, M. D., Theobald, P. S. and Williams, J. M. 2021. Does wobble board training improve balance in older adults? A systematic review. Physical Therapy Reviews 26(6), pp. 447-456. (10.1080/10833196.2021.1987042)
- MacFarlane, M. J. and Theobald, P. 2021. Skin tribology in sport. Biosurface and Biotribology 7(3), pp. 113-118. (10.1049/bsb2.12015)
- Soe, S., Adams, R., Hossain, M. and Theobald, P. 2021. Investigating the dynamic compression response of elastomeric, additively manufactured fluid-filled structures via experimental and finite element analyses. Additive Manufacturing 39, article number: 101885. (10.1016/j.addma.2021.101885)
- Townsend, S., Adams, R., Robinson, M., Hanna, B. and Theobald, P. 2020. 3D printed origami honeycombs with tailored out-of-plane energy absorption behavior. Materials & Design 195, article number: 108930. (10.1016/j.matdes.2020.108930)
- Adams, R. et al. 2019. A novel pathway for efficient characterisation of additively manufactured thermoplastic elastomers. Materials and Design 180, article number: 107917. (10.1016/j.matdes.2019.107917)
- Guan, D., Ahmad, F., Theobald, P., Soe, S., Luo, X. and Gao, H. 2019. On the AIC-based model reduction for the general Holzapfel-Ogden myocardial constitutive law. Biomechanics and Modeling in Mechanobiology 18, pp. 1213-1232. (10.1007/s10237-019-01140-6)
- Kandasamy, J., Theobald, P., Maconochie, I. and Jones, M. 2019. Can real-time feedback improve the simulated infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation performance of basic life support and lay rescuers?. Archives of Disease in Childhood 104(8), pp. 493-801. (10.1136/archdischild-2018-316576)
- Malik, S., Malik, S., Shenoy, R., Jones, M. and Theobald, P. S. 2019. An in-vitro animal bone model study to predict spiral fracture strength of long bones in the young infant. Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma 10(4), pp. 744-749. (10.1016/j.jcot.2018.10.001)
- Robinson, M. et al. 2019. Mechanical characterisation of additively manufactured elastomeric structures for variable strain rate applications. Additive Manufacturing 27, pp. -. (10.1016/j.addma.2019.03.022)
- Ahmad, F. et al. 2018. Biomechanical properties and microstructure of neonatal porcine ventricles. Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials 88, pp. 18-28. (10.1016/j.jmbbm.2018.07.038)
- Ahmad, F. et al. 2018. Region-specific microstructure in the neonatal ventricles of a porcine model. Annals of Biomedical Engineering 46(12), pp. 2162-2176. (10.1007/s10439-018-2089-4)
- Thangaraj, R., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2018. Changes in frictional coefficient with increased tendon surface tear?An experimental animal model. Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma 9(S1), pp. S19-S25. (10.1016/j.jcot.2017.08.003)
- Jabi, W., Soe, S., Theobald, P., Aish, R. and Lannon, S. 2017. Enhancing parametric design through non-manifold topology. Design Studies 52, pp. 96-114. (10.1016/j.destud.2017.04.003)
- Jones, M., Darwall, D., Khalid, G., Prabhu, R., Kemp, A., Arthurs, O. J. and Theobald, P. 2017. Development and validation of a physical model to investigate the biomechanics of infant head impact. Forensic Science International 276, pp. 111-119. (10.1016/j.forsciint.2017.03.025)
- Jones, M. D., Oates, B. and Theobald, P. 2016. Quantifying the biotribological properties of forehead skin to enhance head impact simulations. Biosurface and Biotribology 2(2), pp. 75-80.
- Swaminathan, R., Williams, J. M., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2016. The prediction of neck extensor force using surface electromyography. Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation 29(2), pp. 279-285. (10.3233/BMR-150626)
- Hughes, J., Maguire, S., Jones, M., Theobald, P. and Kemp, A. 2016. Biomechanical characteristics of head injuries from falls in children younger than 48 months. Archives of Disease in Childhood 101, pp. 310-315. (10.1136/archdischild-2014-306803)
- Swaminathan, R., Williams, J. M., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2016. Does the new rugby union scrum sequence positively influence the hooker's in situ spinal kinematics?. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine 2(1), article number: e000064. (10.1136/bmjsem-2015-000064)
- Alqhtani, R. S., Jones, M. D., Theobald, P. and Williams, J. M. 2016. Investigating the contribution of the upper and lower lumbar spine, relative to hip motion, in everyday tasks. Manual Therapy 21, pp. 268-273. (10.1016/j.math.2015.09.014)
- Singh, R., Theobald, P., Hamad, A. and Hay, S. 2015. Motocross biking for competition and for recreation: a prospective analysis of 423 injured riders. BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine 1(1), article number: e000019. (10.1136/bmjsem-2015-000019)
- Jones, M. D., Martin, P. S., Williams, J. M., Kemp, A. M. and Theobald, P. 2015. Development of a computational biomechanical infant model for the investigation of infant head injury by shaking. Medicine, Science and the Law 55(4), pp. 291-299. (10.1177/0025802414564495)
- Swaminathan, M., Williams, J., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2015. A kinematic analysis of the spine during rugby scrummaging on natural and synthetic turfs. Journal of Sports Sciences 34(11), pp. 1058-1066. (10.1080/02640414.2015.1088165)
- Soe, S., Martin, P. S., Jones, M., Robinson, M. R. and Theobald, P. 2015. Feasibility of optimising bicycle helmet design safety through the use of additive manufactured TPE cellular structures. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 79(9), pp. 1975-1982. (10.1007/s00170-015-6972-y)
- Alqhtani, R. S., Jones, M. D., Theobald, P. and Williams, J. 2015. Correlation of lumbar-hip kinematics between trunk flexion and other functional tasks. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 38(6), pp. 442-447. (10.1016/j.jmpt.2015.05.001)
- Alqhtani, R. S., Jones, M. D., Theobald, P. and Williams, J. M. 2015. Reliability of an accelerometer-based system for quantifying multiregional spinal range of motion. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 38(4), pp. 275-281. (10.1016/j.jmpt.2014.12.007)
- Okhiria, D., Giebaly, D. E., Meydan, T., Bigot, S. and Theobald, P. 2015. In vivo monitoring of orthopaedic implant wear using amorphous ribbons. IEEE Transactions on Magnetics 51(1), article number: 4002303. (10.1109/TMAG.2014.2356715)
- Rodger, M. P., Theobald, P. and Giddins, G. 2014. Vein grafts to augment flexor tendon repairs: a biomechanical study on strength and gap resistance. Journal of Hand Surgery: European Volume 40(7), pp. 695-699. (10.1177/1753193414564902)
- Singh, R., Kamal, T., Roulohamin, N., Maoharan, G., Ahmed, B. and Theobald, P. 2014. Ankle fractures: a literature review of current treatment methods. Open Journal of Orthopedics 4(11), pp. 292-303. (10.4236/ojo.2014.411046)
- Howieson, A. J., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2014. The change in energy absorbed post removal of metalwork in a simulated paediatric long bone fracture. Journal of Children's Orthopaedics 8(5), pp. 443-447. (10.1007/s11832-014-0606-z)
- Williams, J., Theobald, P. and Jones, M. D. 2014. Does the presence of a vertical barrier influence sagittal spinal curvature or range of motion in young females?. Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation 27(1), pp. 71-75. (10.3233/BMR-130421)
- Biggs, P., Evans, S., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2013. Development of a methodology for the standardisation and improvement of 'Smartphone' photography of patterned bruises and other cutaneous injuries. Science & Justice 53(3), pp. 358-362. (10.1016/j.scijus.2013.05.001)
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Kemp, A. M., Maguire, S. A., Maconochie, I. and Jones, M. D. 2013. Real-time feedback can improve infant manikin cardiopulmonary resuscitation by up to 79%- A randomised controlled trial. Resuscitation 84(8), pp. 1125-1130. (10.1016/j.resuscitation.2013.03.029)
- Martin, P. S., Kemp, A. M., Theobald, P., Maguire, S. A. and Jones, M. D. 2013. Does a more "physiological" infant manikin design effect chest compression quality and create a potential for thoracic over-compression during simulated infant CPR?. Resuscitation 84(5), pp. 666-671. (10.1016/j.resuscitation.2012.10.005)
- Khan, I. M. et al. 2013. In vitro growth factor-induced bio engineering of mature articular cartilage. Biomaterials 34(5), pp. 1478-1487. (10.1016/j.biomaterials.2012.09.076)
- Martin, P. S., Kemp, A. M., Theobald, P., Maguire, S. A. and Jones, M. D. 2013. Do chest compressions during simulated infant CPR comply with international recommendations?. Archives of Disease in Childhood 98, pp. 576-581. (10.1136/archdischild-2012-302583)
- Theobald, P., Dowson, D., Khan, I. M. and Jones, M. D. 2012. Tribological characteristics of healthy tendon. Journal of Biomechanics. 45(11), pp. 1972-1978. (10.1016/j.jbiomech.2012.05.005)
- Theobald, P., Qureshi, A. and Jones, M. D. 2012. Biomechanical investigation into the torsional failure of immature long bone. Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma 3(1), pp. 24-27. (10.1016/j.jcot.2012.02.001)
- McGonagle, L. J., Jones, M. D., Dowson, D. and Theobald, P. 2012. The bio-tribological properties of anti-adhesive agents commonly used during tendon repair. Journal of Orthopaedic Research 30(5), pp. 775-780. (10.1002/jor.21569)
- Martin, P. S., Jones, M., Maguire, S. A., Theobald, P. and Kemp, A. M. 2012. Increased incidence of CPR-related rib fractures in infants - is it related to changes in CPR technique? [Letter]. Resuscitation 83(4), pp. e109. (10.1016/j.resuscitation.2011.08.034)
- Theobald, P., Jones, M. D. and Williams, J. M. 2012. Do inertial sensors represent a viable method to reliably measure cervical spine range of motion?. Manual Therapy 17(1), pp. 92-96. (10.1016/j.math.2011.06.007)
- McGonagle, L., Jones, M. D., Dowson, D., King, P. and Theobald, P. 2012. Lubrication properties of commercially available anti-adhesive agents used in tendon repair [Abstract]. Orthopaedic Proceedings: a supplement of Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (British) 94-B(SXVIII), pp. 60-60.
- Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2011. The potential effects of floor impact surfaces on infant head injury outcome during a short fall. Medicine, Science and the Law 51(4), pp. 203-207. (10.1258/msl.2011.011006)
- Thomas, J. M. C., Beevers, D., Dowson, D., Jones, M. D., King, P. and Theobald, P. 2011. The bio-tribological characteristics of synthetic tissue grafts. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine 225(2), pp. 141-148. (10.1243/09544119JEIM796)
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Kemp, A. M., O'Brien, S., Maguire, S. A. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Chest compression performance during infant CPR [Abstract]. Archives of Diseases in Childhood 96(S1), article number: A86. (10.1136/adc.2011.212563.200)
- Stokes, O. D., Theobald, P., Pugh, N. D. and Nokes, L. D. M. 2010. Panoramic ultrasound to measure in vivo teno Achilles strain. Foot and Ankle International 31(10), pp. 905-909. (10.3113/FAI.2010.0905)
- Theobald, P., Whitelegg, L., Nokes, L. D. M. and Jones, M. D. 2010. The predicted risk of head injury from fall related impacts on to third-generation artificial turf and grass soccer surfaces: A comparative biomechanical analysis. Sports Biomechanics 9(1), pp. 29-37. (10.1080/14763141003690245)
- Landham, P. R., Nokes, L. D. M., Byrne, C. B. B., Dowson, D., Dent, C. and Theobald, P. 2010. Friction as a potential cause of paratenonitis [Abstract]. Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery 92-B(I 59)
- Qureshi, A., Theobald, P., Paul, K. and Jones, M. D. 2010. The influence of strain rate on the angle of spiral fracture in paediatirc long bone [Abstract]. European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery 36(S1), pp. 141.
- Ghazzawi, A. A., Theobald, P., Pugh, N. D., Byrne, C. B. B. and Nokes, L. D. M. 2009. Quantifying the motion of Kager's fat pad. Journal of Orthopaedic Research 27(11), pp. 1457-1460. (10.1002/jor.20900)
- Theobald, P., Jones, M. D., Holt, C. A., Evans, S. L. and O'Doherty, D. M. 2009. Medical engineering at Cardiff University. Part 1: undergraduate programmes of study. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine 223(4), pp. 425-430. (10.1243/09544119JEIM533)
- Theobald, P., O'Doherty, D. M., Holt, C. A., Evans, S. L. and Jones, M. D. 2009. Medical engineering at Cardiff University. Part 2: postgraduate programmes of study. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine 223(4), pp. 431-435. (10.1243/09544119JEIM534)
- Theobald, P. et al. 2007. Lubrication regime of the contact between fat and bone in bovine tissue. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of engineering in medicine 221(4), pp. 351-356. (10.1243/09544119JEIM176)
- Theobald, P., Bydder, G., Dent, C. M., Nokes, L. D. M., Pugh, N. D. and Benjamin, M. 2006. The functional anatomy of Kager's fat pad in relation to retrocalcaneal problems and other hindfoot disorders. Journal of anatomy 208(1), pp. 91-97. (10.1111/j.1469-7580.2006.00510.x)
- Theobald, P., Benjamin, M., Nokes, L. D. M. and Pugh, N. 2005. Review of the vascularisation of the human Achilles tendon. Injury 36(11), pp. 1267-1272. (10.1016/j.injury.2005.02.012)
Book sections
- Theobald, P. 2013. Fat pad lubrication properties. In: Wang, Q. J. and Chung, Y. eds. Encyclopedia of Tribology. Springer, pp. 1022-1026., (10.1007/978-0-387-92897-5_1274)
Books
- Setchi, R. et al. eds. 2016. Sustainable design and manufacturing 2016. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies. Springer. (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4)
Conferences
- Soe, S., Robinson, M., Giasin, K., Adams, R., Palkowski, T. and Theobald, P. 2020. Using FFF and topology optimisation to increase crushing strength in equestrian helmets. Presented at: 7th International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing KES-SDM 2020, Virtual, 9-11 Sept 2020 Presented at Scholz, S. G., Howlett, R. J. and Setchi, R. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2020, Vol. 200. Springer pp. 369-377., (10.1007/978-981-15-8131-1_33)
- Robinson, M., Soe, S., McShane, G., Celeghini, R., Burek, R., Alves, M. and Theobald, P. 2017. Developing elastomeric cellular structures for multiple head impacts. Presented at: 2017 IRCOBI Conference, Antwerp, Belgium, 13–15 September 2017.
- Dorrington, P., Lacan, F. A. and Bigot, S. 2016. How are micro enterprises adopting emergent technologies?. Presented at: 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing (SDM-2016), Chania, Greece, 4-6 April 2016 Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Vol. 52. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies (SIST) Vol. 52. Cham: Springer pp. 215-226., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_19)
- Davies, A., Packianather, M., White, J. and Soman, S. 2016. Achieving sustainability in SME manufacturing operations via the use of flexible integrated technology and product symbiosis. Presented at: SDM 2016, Crete, Greece, 4-6 April 2016 Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Vol. 52. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies Cham: Springer pp. 281-293., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_25)
- Morris, A., Setchi, R. and Prickett, P. W. 2016. Product change management and future information architectures. Presented at: Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Chania, Crete, Greece, 5 - 8 April 2016. Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Vol. 1. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies Vol. 52. Switzerland: Springer International Publishing pp. 241-250., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_21)
- Marsh, J. and Eyers, D. 2016. Increasing production efficiency through electronic batch record systems: a case study. Presented at: SDM 2016, Chania, Crete Greece, 4 - 6 April 2016 Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies Vol. 52. Cham: pp. 261-269., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_23)
- Soe, S., Jabi, W. and Theobald, P. 2016. Evaluating innovative CAD techniques in the creation of conformal cellular structures. Presented at: 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing (SDM-2016), Heraklion, Greece, 4-6 April 2016 Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Vol. 52. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies Springer International pp. 387-397., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_33)
- King, P., Kulon, J., Plassmann, P., Wilcox, S., Theobald, P. and Jones, M. D. 2015. Design, calibration and validation of a novel surface imaging tool for medical endoscopic applications. Presented at: 2015 IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference (I2MTC), Pisa, Italy, 11-14 May 20152015 IEEE International Instrumentation and Measurement Technology Conference (I2MTC 2015). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) pp. 1342-1348., (10.1109/I2MTC.2015.7151468)
- Soe, S., Ryan, M., McShane, G. and Theobald, P. 2015. Energy absorption characteristics of additively manufactured TPE cellular structures. Presented at: Second International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing, Seville, Spain, 12-14 April 2015.
- Soe, S., Robinson, M. R., Martin, P. S., Jones, M. D. and Theobald, P. 2014. Feasibility of using Duraform® flex lattice structures and additive manufacturing for optimising bicycle helmet design safety. Presented at: SDM'14: International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing, Cardiff, Wales, 28-30 April 2014Sustainable Design and Manufacturing: SDM-14: Pre-Proceedings, Vol. 1. Vol. 1. England: KES International pp. 278-290.
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Kemp, A. M. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Do chest compressions, during paediatric CPR, cause thoracic trauma?. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Jones, M. D., Dickson, J. and Theobald, P. 2011. Does wearing a cycle helmet increase the risk of a child sustaining a rotational head injury?. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Theobald, P. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Does the potential adoption of IRB Regulation 22 expose soccer players to an increased risk of head injury?. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Martin, P., Theobald, P., Kemp, A., O'Brien, S., Maguire, S. A. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Chest compression quality during infant CPR. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Jones, M. D., Cory, C. and Theobald, P. 2011. Validation of the MADYMO facet human body model to simulate blunt ballistic impacts to the thorax. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011.
- Qureshi, A., Theobald, P., Paul, K. and Jones, M. D. 2011. The influence of strain rate on the angle of spiral fracture in paediatric long bone. Presented at: 12th European Congress of Trauma & Emergency Surgery, Milan, Italy, 27-30 April 2011.
- Jones, M., Cory, C. Z. and Theobald, P. 2011. Validation of the MADYMO facet human body model to simulate blunt ballistic impacts to the thorax. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 3-7 July 2011Proceedings of the International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belgium, 2011. International Society of Biomechanics
- Qureshi, A., Theobald, P., Paul, K. and Jones, M. D. 2011. The influence of strain rate on the angle of spiral fracture in paediatric long bone. Presented at: 12th European Congress of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, Milan, Italy, 21-30 April 2011.
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Kemp, A. M. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Computational simulation of head accelerations generated by the 'Shaken Baby Syndrome'. Presented at: ESB2010: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics, Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Theobald, P., Qureshi, A. and Jones, M. D. 2011. Can the rotational speed to cause spiral fracture be estimated from the fracture pattern?. Presented at: Bone Research Society and British Orthopaedic Research Society Meeting, Cambridge, UK, 27-29 June 2011.
- Theobald, P., Jones, M. D. and Williams, J. 2011. The use of attitude sensors to measure cervical spine ROM. Presented at: International Society of Biomechanics Congress XXIII, Brussels, Belguim, 3-7 July 2011.
- Martin, P. S., Theobald, P., Holt, C. A., Kemp, A. M. and Jones, M. D. 2010. Development of a 9 month old model for the computational simulation of traumatic injuries to infants. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Theobald, P., Swaminathan, R., Qureshi, A. and Jones, M. D. 2010. The biomechanical consequence of removing the periosteum from paediatric bone exposed to spiral fracture. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Theobald, P., Whitelegg, L., Nokes, L. D. M. and Jones, M. D. 2010. Using head injury criterion (HIC) to assess the risk of concussion following head impact. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Thomas, J. M., Beevers, D. J., Dowson, D., Jones, M. D., King, P. and Theobald, P. 2010. The lubrication of synthetic tissue grafts and healthy tendon. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Qureshi, A., Theobald, P., Paul, K. and Jones, M. D. 2010. Biomechanical investigation into the torsional failure of paediatric long bone. Presented at: 17th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (ESB2010), Edinburgh, UK, 5-8 July 2010.
- Landham, P. R., Nokes, L. D. M., Byrne, C. B. B., Dowson, D., Dent, C. M. and Theobald, P. 2008. A bio-tribological analysis of paratenonitis. Presented at: STLE/ASME 2008 International Joint Tribology Conference (IJTC2008), Miami, FL, USA, 20-22 October 2008Proceedings of the STLE/ASME 2008 International Joint Tribology Conference (IJTC2008), October 20–22, 2008 , Miami, Florida, USA. ASME Conference Proceedings New York, NY: ASME pp. 131-133., (10.1115/IJTC2008-71158)
- Pullin, R., Theobald, P., Holford, K. M. and Evans, S. L. 2007. Numerical determination of acoustic emission sensor response in plates using dispersion curves. Presented at: 7th International Conference on Damage Assessment of Structures (DAMAS 2007), Turin, Italy.
- Theobald, P. et al. 2007. The Potential Frictional Significance of Kagers Fat Pad. Presented at: 53rd Annual Meeting of the Orthopaedic Research Society, San Diego, USA.
Thesis
- Theobald, P. 2006. Biomechanical analysis of the Achilles tendon enthesis organ. PhD Thesis, Cardiff University.
- Soe, S., Jabi, W. and Theobald, P. 2016. Evaluating innovative CAD techniques in the creation of conformal cellular structures. Presented at: 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Design and Manufacturing (SDM-2016), Heraklion, Greece, 4-6 April 2016 Presented at Setchi, R. et al. eds.Sustainable Design and Manufacturing 2016, Vol. 52. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies Springer International pp. 387-397., (10.1007/978-3-319-32098-4_33)
Research
Contracts
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Title |
People |
Sponsor |
Value |
Duration |
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Upgrading the small equipment base for early career researchers in the Engineering and Physical Sciences |
Holford K, Whatling G, Lees J, Anderson P I, Brousseau E, Cipcigan L M, Pullin R, Bigot S, Theobald P, Simpson R N, Kawashita L F, Clarke A |
EPSRC |
498k |
01/11/2012 - 31/03/2013 |
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Using 'digital' materials to establish a novel investigation platform for cardiac arrest |
Theobald P |
Ser Cymru NRN Sweasea |
57k |
01/07/2014 - 30/06/2017 |
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Validating the use of piezoelectric materials for novel application in bio-mechanical engineering |
Theobald P |
Royal Society |
15k |
01/04/2013 - 31/03/2014 |
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Optimising Impact protection through additive manufacturing |
Theobald P |
EPSRC via Nottingham University |
3k |
15/08/2014 - 14/03/2015 |
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Putting the 'Spark' Back into Electrical Engineering (Ingenius Public Engagement Grant) |
Theobald P |
Royal Academy of Engineering |
30k |
01/04/2014 - 31/07/2015 |
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Increasing the acceptance of safety headwear within the climbing |
Theobald P |
Welsh European Funding Office |
40k |
01/03/2013 - 28/02/2014 |
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Can providing 3D printing be used to enhance cardiopulmonary resucitation techniques? |
Theobald P, Clarke A |
Welsh Crucible |
10k |
01/12/2013 - 31/08/2014 |
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Biomechanical analysis of dual bridge plating |
Theobald P, Jones M |
Biomet Manufacturing LLC |
25k |
01/06/2014 - 15/02/2015 |
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The use of novel materials to enhance motorcyclist safety in developing countries |
Theobald P, M. Alves (Fellow) |
Royal Society - Newton Fund |
12k |
01/11/2015 - 31/07/2017 |
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New and novel materials to reduce head injury |
Theobald P, Soe S |
EPSRC IAA |
20k |
15/06/2015 - 30/09/2015 |
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Developing novel materials to enhance motorcycle safety |
Theobald P, Soe S |
KESS II |
80k |
01/01/2016 - 31/12/2019 |
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Quantifying probable region-specific microstructural and biomechanical variations In mature porcine tissue |
Theobald P |
EPSRC via Glasgow University |
6k |
1/10/18 – 30/4/19 |
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Growth and remodelling in the porcine heart – pushing mathematics through experiments |
Theobald P, Soe S, Yang X (in collaboration with Glasgow and Swansea Universities) |
EPSRC |
£341k (£800k total) |
01/05/2019-30/04/2022 |
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Novel, rate-dependent material to enhance helmet liner performance |
Theobald P, Soe S |
Football Research Inc |
£80k |
01/03/2019-15/07/2020 |
|
Novel test device for the standardised measurement of skin friction on synthetic surfaces |
Theobald P |
World Rugby |
£57k |
01/07/2019-30/06/2022 |
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Developing advanced protective materials via an enhanced understanding of brain injury |
Theobald P |
KESS II |
£82k |
01/10/2019-30/09/2022 |
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Strategic investment in Cardiff University's functional material capabilities |
Graham K, Theobald P, Ladak S |
EPSRC |
01/11/2020- 30/04/2022 |
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Soccer heading and head health |
Theobald P |
EPSRC IAA |
£14k |
01/11/2020 - 31/10/2021 |
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Improving equestrian helmet performance |
Theobald P |
Innovate UK/KTP |
£278k |
01/01/2021-30/06/2023 |
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Improving equestrian helmet performance |
Theobald P |
Welsh European Funding Office |
£22k |
01/01/2021-30/06/2023 |
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Enhancing the adoption of a new test method for synthetic surfaces |
Theobald P |
EPSRC IAA |
£50k |
01/11/2023 - 31/12/2024 |
Teaching
I teach a range of subjects that consider musculoskeletal biomechanics, and how the implementation of innovative design can add to this valuable area. These modules include:
- EN2451 - Biomechanics 1, focussing on the fundamentals of the musculoskeletal system.
- EN3450 - Biomechanics 2, considering the implementation of emerging technologies to design and manufacture patient-specific surgical guides.
- EN4119 - Ergonomics, introducing a novel intervention that can improve and/or protect musculoskeletal functionality, with efficacy tested on a participant population.
I supervise undergraduate and postgraduate individual projects, and am a Personal Tutor to undergraduate Medical Engineering students. I am also a Senior Fellow at Advanced HE (formerly the Higher Education Academy).
Biography
My research focusses on the interface of engineering and medicine. Alongside my team, we aim to identify new and novel solutions to reduce the risk of mortality, morbidity and injury, with a particular interest in application to sports and orthopaedics. Our research is of both a fundamental and applied nature, meaning we work with a range of academic, clinical and industrial collaborators within the UK and overseas. Internally, I hold memberships in both the High Value Manufacturing, and Medical Engineering, research groups.
My research team are primarily focussed on increasing inclusivity, or removing barriers to participation, in sport. We use our understanding of engineering and biology to better understand the anatomy and physiology of healthy and at-risk soft tisues, to then propose interventions that further enhance athlete participation. Under-represented populations, including the female and youth athlete, are special interests. We perform fundamental science, whilst engaging with policy makers and industry, to maximise the impact of our unique knowledge and expertise.
My research also includes a wider spectrum of engineering applied to medicine, meaning we work with a range of clinical colleagues and academic collaborators within the UK and overseas. I am active in orthopaedics - especially looking at how additive manufacturing can improve patient care. We have also worked investigating how the biomechancial behaviour of cardiac tissue changes with age, included the recently ended project funded by the Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council, alongside the prestigious SoftMECH centre (University of Glasgow) and Swansea University.
My career started in 2003, graduating in Medical Engineering from the University of Bradford (1st Class (Hons)), at the time being one of very few universities to offer such a programme. I moved to Cardiff School of Engineering to read my PhD in soft tissue biomechanics, focusing on the tendo Achilles insertion site. I performed a series of biomechanical and anatomical analyses, revealing the complex interaction between adjacent tissues that ensures the interface can withstand such high loads. I was supervised by Professor Len Nokes (School of Engineering), the late Professor Mike Benjamin (School of Biosciences) and the late Professor Colin Dent (School of Medicine).
I am now a recognised expert in the Medical Engineering field and frequently review grants and papers, and examine students, across the UK and internationally.
Professional memberships
- Chartered Engineer (IMechE)
- Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers
- Senior Fellow of the Advanced HE (formerly the Higher Education Academy)
- ASTM (American Society for Testing & Materials) Member for F08: Sports equipment and facilities, including F08.53: Helmets
- British Standards committee member (Helmets for Equestrian Activities)
Academic positions
- 2020 - Present: Reader, School of Engineering, Cardiff University
- 2015 - 2020: Senior Lecturer, School of Engineering, Cardiff University
- 2007 - 2015: Lecturer, School of Engineering, Cardiff University
- 2006 - 2007: Postdoctoral Research Associate, School of Engineering, Cardiff University
Committees and reviewing
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Review Editor (Biomechanics) |
Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology |
2022 - present |
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Editorial Board Member |
Biosurface & Biotribology |
2020 - present |
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Editorial Board Member |
Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology |
2020 - present |
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Associate Peer Review College membership |
EPSRC |
2018 - present |
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Advisory Board Member |
Journal of Sports Science |
2017 - present |
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International Faculty Member |
International Congress of Joint Reconstruction (Middle East) |
2016 - present |
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Programme Chair |
Sustainable Design & Manufacturing |
2015 - 6 |
Journal Reviewer:
- Acta Physiologica
- J Biomech
- J Med Eng Tech
- Sports Biomech
- J Tribol
- J Orthop Res
- Friction
- J Eng Med
- J Sport Sci
- J Sci Med Sport
- Mat & Design
- Cardiology
- Bio Mod in Mech
- Med Eng Phys
- J Sports Eng Tech
Supervisions
My research group focuses on areas including:
- Inclusivity in sport, by focussing on under-represented athletes, including female and youth
- Head protection
- Injury prevention
- Light-weighting
- Energy absorption
- Additive manufacturing for medical application
- Orthopaedics
Please contact me using the above details should your interests lie within these areas
My current research students and their topics include:
| Title | Student | Status | Degree |
| Using tape to increase inclusivity in sport | BUTCHER, Freya | Current | PhD |
| Investigating the risk of anterior cruciate ligament rupture in female athletes | ZHANG, Xinkai | Current | PhD |
| Using finite element analysis as a platform to investigate osteoarthritis progression in the human hand | WEI, Han | Current | PhD |
| Correlating the structural characteristics and aging of brain tissue | XU, Lanxi | Current | PhD |
| Correlating the biomechanical characteristics and aging of brain tissue | LEI, Rujing | Current | PhD |
| Enhancing head protection and brain health in sports impacts | BARNES-WOOD, Meg | Current | PhD |
| Using patient-specific approaches to minimise radiation exposure when surgically stabilising distal radial fractures | AL-NEHAYAN, Mansoor | Current | PhD |
| Multiphysical solutions for safety helmets | STOFF, Jasmin | Writing up | PhD |
| Developing advanced protective materials via an enhanced understanding of brain injury | MCCLOSKEY, Hugh | Writing up | PhD |
| Investigating the wobble-board to improving stability in the diabetic population | ALJAWAEE, Madawi | Writing up | PhD |
Current supervision
Jasmin Stoff
Hugh McCloskey
Mansoor Alnehayan
Xinkai Zhang
Freya Butcher
Past projects
My past PhD graduates and projects include:
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Dr Max MacFarlane, PhD graduate 2024: |
The skin injury device: a tribological analysis of rugby turf to enhance player welfare |
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Dr Rhosslyn Adams, PhD graduate 2022: |
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Dr Benjamin Hanna, PhD graduate 2021: |
Development of a metamaterial for use in Americal football head protection. |
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Dr Michael Robinson, PhD graduate 2020: |
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Dr Faizan Ahmad, PhD graduate 2018: |
Establishing the material parameters of the neonatal porcine ventricular myocardium |
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Dr Jeyapal Kandasamy, PhD graduate 2018: |
Can infant CPR performance be improved through the provision of 'real time' feedback |
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Dr Ghaidaa Khalid, PhD graduate 2018: |
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Dr Samar Shaabeth, PhD graduate 2018: |
Establishing a FSI platform for investigating infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation |
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Dr Raee Alqhtani, PhD graduate 2016: |
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Dr Ramesh Swaminathan, PhD graduate 2016: |
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Dr Jonathon Hughes, PhD graduate 2014: |
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Dr Philip Martin, PhD graduate 2013: |
Contact Details
TheobaldPS@cardiff.ac.uk
+44 29208 74726
Queen's Buildings - South Building, Room S/2.10, 5 The Parade, Newport Road, Cardiff, CF24 3AA
+44 29208 74726
Queen's Buildings - South Building, Room S/2.10, 5 The Parade, Newport Road, Cardiff, CF24 3AA
Research themes
Specialisms
- Injury prevention
- Biomedical engineering
- Biomechanics
