Boyi Dai

Dr. Boyi Dai is Professor and Chair of the Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Science at the University of Vermont's College of Nursing and Health Sciences. His research focuses on injury biomechanics and ergonomics, with specific expertise in ACL injury mechanisms, exoskeleton applications for occupational safety, and fall prevention. Dr. Dai holds leadership positions including Vice President of Research for the International Society of Biomechanics in Sports and editorial roles for multiple biomechanics journals.

Education:

• Ph.D. - University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• M.S. - Iowa State University
• B.E. - Beijing Sport University

Research Focus: Dr. Dai investigates biomechanical injury mechanisms to develop prevention strategies, with current projects examining: ACL injury risks during dynamic movements; ergonomic interventions using exoskeletons to reduce occupational injuries; and perturbation training methodologies to mitigate fall risks. His work bridges clinical rehabilitation and occupational safety applications.

Awards and Honors:

• Fellow, International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (2023)
• Mid-Career Graduate Faculty Mentor Award, University of Wyoming (2022)
• Outstanding Researcher Award, University of Wyoming (2022)
• Outstanding Teaching Award, University of Wyoming (2019)

Research Funding: Actively leads NIH and NSF-funded projects:

• Principal Investigator for NIH-funded study on perturbation training effects ($21,316)
• Co-Principal Investigator for NSF exoskeleton rehabilitation project ($524,940)