Allison Kinney

Allison Kinney is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Dayton's School of Engineering. She is a full-time faculty member actively contributing to research, teaching, and professional service in the field of biomechanics and biomedical engineering.

Education:

• Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, 2010
• M.S., Mechanical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, 2007
• B.S., Biomedical Engineering, Tulane University, 2005

Her research focuses on the biomechanical analysis of human movement, particularly in neuromuscular biomechanics and musculoskeletal modeling and simulation. She investigates gait dynamics, joint loading, orthotic effects, and rehabilitation strategies using advanced computational models and experimental methods. Her work bridges engineering principles with clinical applications to improve mobility and rehabilitation outcomes.

Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in analyzing gait adaptations under various conditions (e.g., added mass, orthoses, aging), refining musculoskeletal models for accurate knee force prediction, and exploring virtual reality-based assessments for spinal cord injury. She also contributes to engineering education, particularly in engaging first-year students through innovative pedagogical approaches.

Professional Memberships:

• International Society of Biomechanics
• American Society of Biomechanics
• Society of Women Engineers

She teaches courses including MEE 114L – Introduction to Programming, MEE 214 – Programming for Mechanical Engineers, MEE 230 – Introduction to Biomechanics, and MEE 454/554 – Biomechanical Modeling. She has advised students as evidenced by co-authorships on research papers, though specific names are not listed. There is no mention of specific grants or laboratories in the provided text, but her research implies involvement in biomechanics labs with motion capture and simulation capabilities.