Alison Marsden

Alison Marsden is a distinguished professor known for her expertise in Bioengineering and Pediatrics. She holds the prestigious position at Stanford University and contributes significantly to the field through her research on advanced numerical algorithms for simulating cardiovascular biomechanics, particularly focusing on pediatric cardiology, single ventricle patients, and coronary bypass graft surgery. Her work extends to developing algorithms for optimization, uncertainty quantification, multiscale modeling, and patient-specific modeling. Additionally, Alison offers consultation services for medical devices and serves as an expert witness in cardiovascular disease and biomechanics cases. Her educational background includes a PhD and an MS in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University, and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Princeton University. Throughout her career, she has held various roles at Stanford University and UC San Diego, including professor, associate professor, assistant professor, and postdoctoral researcher. Alison has also served as an associate editor for prestigious journals like PLOS Computational Biology and the Journal of Biomechanical Engineering.