Emilie Potts, PhD, MEng., EIT
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Background
Ms. Emilie Potts has a PhD in Biomedical Engineering at Western University, nearing the completion of her doctoral studies. She currently holds Engineering-In-Training (EIT) status with Professional Engineers Ontario and is actively progressing towards the Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation in Ontario.
Her research focuses on the relationship between how engineering parameters and biological factors (sex and age) affect injury response following a traumatic brain injury (TBI). As a member of Western’s Impact Biomechanics Laboratory, Ms. Potts has collaborated extensively with the Neuroscience and Medical Biophysics departments to strengthen the interdisciplinary foundation of her doctoral work.
With a strong interdisciplinary background in Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering, Ms. Potts has developed expertise in human factors, medical modalities, finite element modeling (FEM), injury and accident reconstruction, helmet safety assessments, and physical testing methodologies, including both animal and hybrid anthropomorphic testing devices. Her work integrates engineering analysis with biological insight to advance understanding of injury mechanisms and improve safety design strategies.
Education and Certifications
- Biomedical Engineering, PhD: Western University (2026)
- Engineering in Medicine (Mechanical Engineering), MEng: Western University (2020)
- Biomedical Engineering, BEng: University of Guelph (2019)
Publications
- Bain, Kewei, et al. “Maple Leafs’ goalie Anthony Stolarz’s injury highlights concerns about concussion in ice hockey.” Co-authorship publication. The Conversation (2025).
- Teasell, Elizabeth et al. “A Clinically Relevant Mouse Model of Concussion Incorporating High Rotational Forces.” Co-authorship publication. Neurotrauma Reports (2025).
- Sagar, MD Farhan Hoque “Investigating Small RPAS Ground Impact Injury Severity Criteria: Phase 2.” Co-authorship publication. National Research Council Canada (2024).