Wendy M. Murray

Wendy M. Murray is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering. She leads the ARMS Lab, focusing on biomechanical models of upper limb muscles to improve rehabilitation and prosthetic design. Her work addresses spinal cord injury, stroke, and orthopedic interventions.

Education: Ph.D. and M.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Northwestern University, B.S. in Mathematics (summa cum laude) from University of Notre Dame.

Research interests include musculoskeletal modeling, prosthetics control, and surgical simulations. Key contributions include widely cited anatomical databases and models for hand/wrist function. Current projects explore neuromuscular control, exoskeletons, and injury prevention in sports like baseball.

Publications (selected 2024-2017) highlight advancements in motion capture, ultrasound imaging, and computational models for clinical applications. Her work bridges bioengineering with clinical practice to enhance functional recovery.

Labs/Teams: Directs the ARMS Lab, collaborating with clinicians and engineers to translate biomechanical insights into real-world medical solutions.