medical bionics

The fields of Bionics and medical Bionics are dedicated to the study of synthetic implants pertaining to natural systems.

A current focus involves the use of these tools and materials in developing bio-communications from the molecular to skeletal domains in order to improve human performance via medical bionics.

Gilbey currently works with the ARC Centre of Excellence for Electromaterials Science focusing on developing spin-out opportunities in the field of medical bionics.

His students and collaborators have pioneered the use of nanotechnology in conjunction with organic conductors to create new materials for energy conversion and storage as well as medical bionics.

He has developed collaborative research relationships with the inventor of the Cochlear Bionic Ear, Professor Graeme Clark as well as Professor Stephen O'Leary, Professor Peter Choong, and Professor Mark Cook which have led to significant developments in the field of new materials for medical bionics.