Michael Barbour

Michael Barbour, PhD, currently serves as a Senior Research Scientist at the University of Washington, focusing on computational modeling of upper-airway obstructions and innovative surgical interventions. Prior experience includes roles as a Research Engineer at GH Labs, where Michael developed parametric models for medical technologies and engineered a biomass cookstove that significantly reduced emissions. As a Mechanical Design Engineer at Intellectual Ventures and a PhD Research Assistant at the University of Washington College of Engineering, Michael made substantial contributions to computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and its applications in medical device optimization and treatment outcomes. Education includes a PhD and MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington, in addition to a BS in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics from the University of Vermont.