Daniel Hahn

Dr Daniel Hahn is an Honorary Senior Fellow at the University of Queensland's School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences. His research spans neuromechanics, muscle physiology, and biomechanics, with a focus on understanding how human muscles generate and modulate force during dynamic movements, particularly during eccentric actions and stretch-shortening cycles.

Research Interests

• Neuromechanics & Muscle Physiology: Investigating how neural and mechanical factors interact to control muscle force production.
• Eccentric Muscle Actions: Examining the unique properties and benefits of lengthening contractions in human performance and rehabilitation.
• Stretch-Shortening Cycle: Exploring how muscles and tendons interact to enhance performance during activities like jumping and running.
• Residual Force Enhancement/Depression: Studying history-dependent muscle properties and their functional implications for movement.

Publication Trends

Dr Hahn's 39 journal articles (2012–2025) reveal a consistent trajectory in human muscle and tendon biomechanics. His work progressively integrates advanced imaging (ultrasound), electrophysiology (EMG, TMS), and modelling to quantify in vivo mechanics. A dominant theme is the mechanical role of titin and tendon compliance during stretch-shortening cycles, with recent papers clarifying how eccentric training and muscle length modulate force capacity.

Scientific Output

• 39 peer-reviewed journal articles
• 1 international conference paper (ISB 2011)

Contact

Email: daniel.hahn@uq.edu.au