Dave originally graduated from the University of Otago with a BA and PgDip focusing on Old English and Medieval Literature. After several years working in the film industry, Dave returned to university to complete a DipGrad in Computer Science.
Before joining the Injury Prevention Research Unit in August 2005, Dave tutored Java programming and Web Design, and developed an interest in databases and information retrieval. He currently works with Brandon de Graaf, assisting in database management, application programming and injury statistics.
E-mail: dave.barson@otago.ac.nz