Nachiappan Chockalingam

Professor Nachi Chockalingam holds academic positions in the UK, Malta, and India, collaborating with researchers globally. His work, recognised by prestigious learned societies, includes over 300 research manuscripts, numerous abstracts, book chapters, and lectures. He serves on boards of international scientific societies, edits for multiple journals, and reviews for various publications and grant bodies worldwide. Professor Chockalingam's current focus is translational research, and he has been key in integrating allied health professionals into the biomechanics and medical engineering fields. An advocate for interdisciplinary research and gender equality, he actively supports students and early-career researchers. His involvement extends to charitable organizations, contributing to global efforts on healthy ageing and mobility-assistive technology. Professor Chockalingam has been engaged with the GATE (Global Cooperation on Assistive Technology) initiative for several years and has contributed to the development of World Health Organisation (WHO) standards for prosthetic and orthotic service provision.