Instructional Assistant Professor

Biomechanics of bone, 3D imaging, inclusive design and engineering education research

Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering,
University of Florida, 2023

B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Biological Engineering Concentration,
Kettering University, 2017

With a dedication to higher education, Dr. Bowe completed her Ph.D. in biomedical engineering at the University of Florida in 2023. Her research focuses on understanding the relationship between subchondral bone remodeling, gait changes, and pain in osteoarthritis.

During her undergraduate years, Dr. Bowe actively contributed to the educational ecosystem by tutoring fellow students through the National Society of Black Engineers and the Black Unity Congress. Her enthusiasm for teaching grew as a graduate student, where she served as a teaching assistant for two undergraduate courses and delivered guest lectures for the Biomedical Engineering department. Recognizing the significance of merging education with outreach, she co-founded the Bahamian Collegiate Advancement Society, dedicated to increasing international student representation in universities through precollege programs.

Additionally, Dr. Bowe served as a mechanical engineering stream instructor for the Bahamas Engineering Technology Advancement group, promoting STEM education among high school students. Dr. Bowe’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is evident in her leadership roles. She played a pivotal role in the University of Florida’s BME Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access committee, spearheading initiatives to cultivate an inclusive environment within the department. Her advocacy includes planning events that celebrate diversity, fostering open communication between students and faculty, and collaborating with various organizations on impactful STEM outreach efforts.

Honors and Awards:

• Biomedical Engineering Graduate Student Excellence Award, 2021
• ASBMR Underrepresented Minority Mentorship Award, 2021
• ASBMR Membership Spotlight, 2021
  Presented thesis work for ASBMR community, later published on website
• Present Estelle Sieben’s Excellence Scholarship, Lyford Cay Scholar, 2019 – Present
• Biomedical Engineering Graduate Assistantship, 2018 – Present

Selected Publications:

GRS, 2022, Oral Presentation
Bowe, M, Ajayi, T, Sharma, B, Yarrow, JF, Allen, KD: Subchondral Bone
Remodeling Differs for Anterior Cruciate Ligament and Meniscus Injury
Models of Post-Traumatic Knee Osteoarthritis

ORS, 2022, Poster Presentation
Bowe, M, Ajayi, T, Sharma, B, Yarrow, JF, Allen, KD: Comparing
Subchondral Bone Remodeling Following Either Anterior Cruciate
Ligament or Medial Meniscus Damage in the Rat

ASBMR 2021 Membership Spotlight, Oral Presentation
Bowe, M, Ajayi, T, Sharma, B, Yarrow, JF, Allen, KD: Comparing
Subchondral Bone Remodeling Following Either Anterior Cruciate
Ligament or Medial Meniscus Damage in the Rat

ASBMR 2021, Poster Presentation
Bowe, M, Ajayi, T, Sharma, B, Yarrow, JF, Allen, KD: Comparing
Subchondral Bone Remodeling Following Either Anterior Cruciate Ligament
or Medial Meniscus Damage in the Rat

2021 BMES, 2021, Oral Presentation
Bowe, M, Ajayi, T, Sharma, B, Yarrow, JF, Allen, KD: Comparing
Subchondral Bone Remodeling Following Either Anterior Cruciate Ligament
or Medial Meniscus Damage in the Rat