DR. BRONEK GEPNER

Research Assistant Professor | University of Virginia

Dr. Bronek Gepner is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia, Center for Applied Biomechanics. His research focuses on injury biomechanics, human body modeling, and the development of advanced computational tools to improve occupant and pedestrian safety. He has led and contributed to a range of projects sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), and various vehicle OEMs—among other sponsors. Since 2023, he has served on the FIA’s Research Strategy Working Group (RSWG), helping to shape global research directions in motorsport and road safety. He is also a member of the scientific committee for the International Research Council on Biomechanics of Injury (IRCOBI). Dr. Gepner holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Florida State University and has a background in structural analysis and high performance computing. His work integrates high-fidelity finite element modeling with experimental validation and simulation-driven analysis to advance the predictive capabilities of human body models in automotive safety research.