Hannah Dailey

Hannah Dailey is an Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Mechanical Engineering & Mechanics at Lehigh University. Her research focuses on computational and experimental biomechanics, particularly in fracture fixation, bone healing, and musculoskeletal tissue mechanics. She leads imaging-driven engineering approaches to orthopaedic clinical challenges, collaborating with surgeons globally. She co-founded and serves as Chief Scientific Officer of OrthoXel, DAC, an Irish orthopaedic device company originating from her postdoctoral work.

Education

• Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Lehigh University, 2009
• M.S., Mechanical Engineering (Biomechanics), Lehigh University, 2006
• B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Lehigh University, 2002

Her research integrates biomechanics, medical device innovation, and biomedical imaging to address orthopaedic issues like fracture nonunion. She has published in high-impact journals such as Journal of Biomechanics and JBJS, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration between engineering and clinical medicine.

Scientific Awards

• Presidential Early Career Award (2025)

Hannah Dailey advises graduate students in biomechanics and entrepreneurship, with her lab (OrthoXel) focusing on translational research. She contributes to advancing renewable energy innovation through the SEED EF program and actively promotes women in mechanical engineering.