جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Hani Haiderمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomechanics
• Orthopaedic Implants
• Medical Devices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hani Haider, PhD, holds the Robert G. Volz Chair of Biomechanics and serves as Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC). He leads the Orthopaedic Biomechanics and Advanced Surgical Technologies Laboratory, focusing on advancing implant evaluation methods, surgical technologies, and nanotechnology applications in orthopaedics. Education: Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sheffield, England (1990). Research Interests: Dr. Haider’s work centers on improving orthopaedic implant standards, including in-vitro testing protocols, computer-aided surgical innovations, and nano-technology surfaces for enhanced implant longevity. His research bridges biomechanics, materials science, and clinical application, emphasizing translational solutions for musculoskeletal healthcare. Publications: Over 30 years of contributions span biomechanical testing methodologies, implant wear analysis, and surgical technology advancements. Recent work explores dual mobility hip designs, heart sound analysis in clinical contexts, and material innovations like zirconia coatings with superhydrophobic properties. Labs & Teams: Directs the Orthopaedic Biomechanics and Advanced Surgical Technologies Lab, a multidisciplinary hub for developing cutting-edge surgical tools and implant evaluation systems.

Brian Villmoareمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biological Anthropology
• Paleoanthropology
• Human Evolution
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Brian Villmoare is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. He earned his Ph.D. in Physical Anthropology from Arizona State University in 2008, focusing on craniofacial morphology of early hominins under the mentorship of Bill Kimbel and Charles Lockwood. His research integrates evolutionary theory with high-resolution anatomical studies to explore hominin craniofacial evolution, selection pressures, and morphological integration. Dr. Villmoare co-directs the NSF-funded Ledi-Geraru Project in Ethiopia’s Afar Region, investigating hominin diversification and paleoenvironments during the Pliocene-Pleistocene transition. He has conducted fieldwork at key sites like Koobi Fora (Kenya) and Makapansgat (South Africa), emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches combining 3D scanning, biomechanical modeling (FEA), and paleoecological analysis. His academic contributions include studies on hominin sexual dimorphism (via Ileret footprints), evolutionary constraints on craniofacial form, and critiques of brain size reduction hypotheses. Research interests span biological anthropology, adaptation, and developmental biology, with a focus on Ethiopia, Kenya, and South Africa. He supervises graduate students (Alesha Pettit, Bri Heisler, Hannah Giberti) working on topics like hominin facial biomechanics, dental evolution, and fossil phylogenetics. Recent grants include a $2.4 million NSF award (2024-2026) and Leakey Foundation funding (2024). His 2022 book, *The Evolution of Everything*, synthesizes evolutionary principles across cosmic, geological, and human timescales. Lab collaborations include technology transfer initiatives in Ethiopia’s National Museum (3D printing), and teaching roles at UNLV, the UNLV School of Medicine, and College of Southern Nevada. Key projects address hominin social structure, taxonomic boundaries in early *Homo*, and the evolutionary origins of decision-making behaviors.

Darryl Thelenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dynamics and control of human movement
• Wearable sensors in biomechanics
• Neuromuscular adaptation with age, injury and disease
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Darryl Thelen is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's College of Engineering, with additional affiliation in Biomedical Engineering. He directs the neuromuscular biomechanics lab developing computational models, wearable sensors, and dynamic imaging protocols to investigate musculoskeletal tissues for clinical applications in rehabilitation, orthopedics, and sports medicine. His research is supported by NIH, NSF, and private foundations. Education: PhD, University of Michigan, 1992 MS, University of Michigan, 1988 BS, Michigan State University, 1987 Professor Thelen's research focuses on human movement dynamics, wearable sensor development, neuromuscular adaptation across age and pathology, and soft tissue mechanics imaging. His work bridges engineering with clinical practice to create tools for real-world movement analysis, particularly advancing tendon mechanics assessment through shear wave elastography and novel tensiometry methods. Recent innovations target Achilles tendon loading during dynamic activities like running. His 2023-2024 publications reveal a concentrated trend in tendon biomechanics, especially Achilles tendon analysis using shear wave propagation and ultrasound-tensiometry. The research spans fundamental tissue mechanics to wearable sensor applications, enabling non-invasive kinetic assessment during natural movement and addressing clinical challenges in sports medicine and rehabilitation. Scientific Awards: 2022 Journal of Biomechanics Award Finalist (Nominated) 2021 American Society of Biomechanics Clinical Biomechanics Best Paper Award 2020 John Bollinger Chair of Mechanical Engineering 2019 Postdoctoral Mentor Award 2018 Bernard A. and Frances M. Weideman Professorship Multiple ASME/ASB Fellowships and Best Paper Awards (2013-2017) 1997 NSF CAREER Award Professor Thelen mentors graduate students through research courses (ME 489/491, ME 890, BME 790) and received the 2019 Postdoctoral Mentor Award. His NIH/NSF-funded research translates into clinical tools, with recent work on high-throughput computing for tendon shear waves (Dec 2023) and exosuit-enabling wearable sensors (Oct 2022). He directs the neuromuscular biomechanics lab focused on developing integrated solutions for musculoskeletal assessment across rehabilitation, orthopedics, and sports medicine applications.

• Biomechanics
• Finite Element Analysis
• Hip Arthroplasty
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Manish Paliwal is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) . His research focuses on Biomechanics , Finite Element Analysis , and Hip Arthroplasty with an emphasis on Medical Device Design and Material Failure Analysis . Research Interests : Hip implant tribology, Biomedical device optimization, Computational biomechanics, TRIZ methodology for medical design, Stochastic modeling of corrosion. Education : PhD in Engineering Science (2003, Southern Illinois University), MS in Applied Mechanics (1996, IIT), BS in Mechanical Engineering (1993, JNV University). Publications highlight his work in Ceramic-on-ceramic hip squeaking , TKA cement mantle analysis , and bioabsorbable fracture fixation devices . He has extensively studied Ti-alloy modular implants and PMMA bone cement applications .

Dennis Valdezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Chronic Pain Management
• Sport Injury Rehabilitation
• Concussion Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dennis Valdez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Physical Education at Mount Royal University. He specializes in Athletic Therapy, Medical Education, and chronic pain management. His teaching includes courses in Advanced Emergency Management, Orthopedic Assessment, and the Personal Fitness Trainer Program. Dr. Valdez holds a PhD from the University of Calgary, an MSc from the University of Florida, and a BA from York University. Research interests focus on chronic dysfunction and pain management, particularly in sport injuries and post-concussion syndrome. He challenges traditional treatment strategies to develop more effective, high-impact therapies. His work bridges clinical practice and education, emphasizing interprofessional collaboration and evidence-based methods. Dr. Valdez serves on the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association Board of Directors and contributes to community initiatives like SAIT-MRU Spinal Management workshops. His scholarly output spans educational policy, clinical validation, and athlete rehabilitation strategies. Teaching and research activities include interprofessional education workshops using simulated emergencies and content validation of clinical presentations in Athletic Therapy.

Ginny Bruntonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Community Engagement in Health Research
• Health Research Methodology
• Evidence Synthesis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ginny Brunton is an Associate Professor at Ontario Tech University's Faculty of Health Sciences. She holds a PhD in Evidence-Informed Health Policy from University College London and has extensive clinical experience as a nurse and midwife. Her research focuses on maternal health policy, community engagement in healthcare, and innovative research synthesis methods. Education: BSc Nursing (First Class), McMaster University MSc Health Research Methodology, McMaster University BA (Hons) Midwifery, University of East Anglia PhD Evidence-Informed Health Policy, University College London Research Interests: Maternal health policy and outcomes Community/population health and engagement Systematic review methodologies Birth and maternity care (home birth, waterbirth) Recent Publications Highlight Trends in: Evidence-based maternal care policies Telehealth applications for musculoskeletal disorders Indigenous healing integration in primary care Awards: 2023 International Labour and Birth Research Conference Award 2020 Excellence in Midwifery Research Award Grants and Collaborations: CIHR Secondary Data Use Grant (2024) WHO Guidelines Support (2020) McMaster Midwifery Research Centre collaborations Labs/Teams: Active collaborator in interdisciplinary research teams including the Institute for Disability and Rehabilitation Research at Ontario Tech University.

• Evidence-Based Medicine
• Musculoskeletal Research
• Pediatric Rehabilitation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Steven Edward Hanna serves as Professor in the Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact at McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences. His work spans multiple clinical domains with methodological expertise in biostatistics and evidence synthesis. His research focuses on musculoskeletal disorders (particularly knee osteoarthritis pain phenotyping), pediatric rehabilitation (cerebral palsy mobility trajectories), HIV disability assessment , and transplantation research . Key methodologies include latent transition analysis, systematic reviews, and knowledge translation frameworks. Recent work explores AI applications in plastic surgery complications and pandemic impacts on geriatric musculoskeletal health. His publication trends reveal strong emphasis on methodological rigor (evident in unit-of-analysis guides and Cochrane reviews) and cross-disease applications of disability measurement tools. Significant contributions include the HIV Disability Questionnaire validation and MOST cohort osteoarthritis analyses. Notable scientific engagement includes: Developing the AGREE II guideline appraisal framework Pioneering knowledge brokering trials for evidence implementation Creating reference curves for cerebral palsy mobility assessment Hanna directs biostatistics education through courses like HTHRSM 702 and supervises clinical epidemiology research. His lab focuses on longitudinal disability modeling and evidence synthesis methods across neurological, musculoskeletal, and infectious disease contexts.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Trauma and Blast Injury Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Arul Ramasamy is a Professor and Head of the Academic Department of Military Trauma and Orthopaedics within the Defence Medical Services, United Kingdom. He holds an honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer position at Imperial College London's Department of Bioengineering, Faculty of Engineering, and serves as Clinical Lead at the Centre for Injury Studies. His expertise spans trauma surgery, orthopaedics, and blast injury research. Education: MBBS from the University of Cambridge (2000), PhD in Biomechanics from Imperial College London (2012). Military service includes deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan as a medical officer, with specialization in foot/ankle surgery and trauma care. Research focuses on blast injuries, fracture healing, prosthetic integration, and combat injury management. He leads over £6m in grants and supervises PhD students on topics like skeletal fixation and rehabilitation. Notable contributions include modeling bone-implant interfaces and optimizing pelvic protection systems for military personnel. Awards include the ABC Travelling Fellowship (2018) and the Defence Professorship of Trauma and Orthopaedics (2023). He collaborates across military and academic sectors to advance trauma care through biomechanical research and clinical innovation.

• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Biomedical Engineering
• Rotator Cuff Disease
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter Reilly is a Visiting Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London's Faculty of Engineering, with a dual clinical and academic role in orthopaedic surgery. He specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery, focusing on rotator cuff disease, proximal humeral fractures, and arthroplasty. He holds clinical appointments at Imperial NHS Trust (St. Mary’s and Charing Cross Hospitals) and is a Visiting Consultant at DMRC. His research integrates clinical practice with biomechanical analysis, prosthetic innovation, and healthcare economics. Education: MB BS from Imperial College (1994), FRCS (1998), FRCS (Orth) (2004) Fellowships: Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre (Oxford), British Elbow and Shoulder Society Travelling Fellowship (2006) Research Dr. Reilly’s work emphasizes translational research in shoulder biomechanics, prosthetic design optimization, and surgical outcomes. His studies leverage national joint registries to evaluate implant performance and cost-effectiveness. Key themes include: Material science of joint replacements Clinical outcomes of arthroplasty techniques Biomechanical modeling of shoulder pathologies Evidence-based surgical decision-making Publications His recent work focuses on comparing surgical approaches (e.g., reverse vs. total arthroplasty), analyzing revision rates, and exploring patient-reported outcomes. Studies often employ large dataset analyses to drive clinical practice improvements. Awards Hepburn Memorial Prize (1994) Robert Jones Prize BOA Medal Grants & Advising As a PhD/MSc examiner and grant reviewer (e.g., ORUK), Dr. Reilly contributes to academic governance. His lab collaborations include the Musculoskeletal Medical Engineering Centre, advancing patient-specific instrumentation and robotic technologies for shoulder surgery. Labs & Teams Affiliated with the Musculoskeletal Medical Engineering Centre, he leads projects on intraoperative manufacturing of patient-specific surgical guides and CT-based implant migration analysis.

Elliott Rouseمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomechanics & Biosystems Engineering
• Controls
• Design
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Elliott Rouse is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan , affiliated with the Neurobionics Lab . His research spans biomechanics, robotics, and mechatronics, focusing on exoskeletons , prosthetic limbs , and human locomotion dynamics . His work has been recognized with the Henry Russel Award (2023) NSF CAREER Award (2019) , and his lab was highlighted by Fast Company as an innovative robotics company (2020). He advises students like Azocar, whose 2018 paper on ankle impedance perception won IEEE's second place. Rouse's recent publications emphasize open-source prosthetics , variable stiffness systems , and AI-driven human augmentation , with collaborations on stroke rehabilitation and pediatric orthotics . His research integrates control theory , biomechanics , and user preference modeling to advance wearable robotics.

Jaimo Ahnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Fracture Healing
• Geriatric Fracture Care
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jaimo Ahn, M.D., Ph.D., is a Professor and Gehring Professor & Associate Chair in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Michigan Medical School. His research integrates bioengineering principles with musculoskeletal care, focusing on skeletal tissue formation and regeneration, surgical decision-making, and geriatric fracture care. He actively engages in health services research, clinical trials, and global health initiatives. Education: B.S., Stanford University M.D. & Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania His research interests span Drug Delivery and Therapeutics , Tissue Engineering , Surgical Education , and Health Equity in musculoskeletal care. Recent work explores fracture healing mechanisms, orthopedic implant design, and disparities in clinical trial participation. Key article trends include Geriatric Trauma , Molecular Bone Biology (e.g., CD47 signaling), Imaging Techniques for fracture assessment, and Health Equity in orthopedic care. He leads large-scale clinical studies such as the HEALTH Trial and investigates perioperative challenges in hip fractures and anticoagulant management. Dr. Ahn contributes to national orthopedic trauma education standards and surgical volume benchmarks for fellowships. His work emphasizes patient-centered outcomes, clinical guidelines, and improving care for marginalized populations including transgender individuals and persons with disabilities.

Antonio Padilha Lanari Boمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Biomedical Engineering
• Neuroengineering
• Robotics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Antonio Padilha Lanari Bo is an Honorary Research Fellow at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Queensland. Previously, he held a tenured position as an Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering at the University of Brasília (2011–2019), where he led Project EMA (Empowering Mobility and Autonomy), a team competing in the Cybathlon competition (2016, 2020). His research focuses on healthcare technology, particularly neuroengineering, robotics, control systems, and virtual reality for rehabilitation and assistive devices. His work integrates tools like wearable sensors, electrical stimulation, and closed-loop control strategies to address motor disabilities, such as spinal cord injuries and Parkinson’s Disease. Education: BEng and MSc, University of Brasília, Brazil (2004, 2007) PhD, University of Montpellier, France (2011) His research interests emphasize developing technologies for rehabilitation, including FES-based cycling systems, tremor attenuation, and exoskeletons. He has authored/co-authored over 75 peer-reviewed publications, including awards from IFAC, IFESS, and MICCAI. His work bridges experimental research with clinical collaboration, aiming to improve mobility and autonomy for individuals with motor impairments. Recent publications highlight advancements in VR-based rehabilitation, cybersecurity in healthcare XR applications, and soft robotics for hand function restoration. His contributions span biomechanical modeling, sensor development, and human-robot interaction. Awards: IFAC Awards, IFESS Awards, MICCAI Awards Labs/Teams: Project EMA, collaborations with rehabilitation centers and industry partners

Jurgen Frippمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Medical Imaging
• Biomechanics
• Radiotherapy
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Jurgen Fripp is an Adjunct Senior Fellow in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at University of Queensland. His research focuses on medical imaging analysis, particularly for orthopedic and neurological applications. Research includes developing hybrid modeling for hip joint mechanics, investigating amyloid's cognitive impacts, and creating automated segmentation methods for osteoarthritis diagnosis. His computational approaches advance quantitative medical image analysis across musculoskeletal and neurological domains.

• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
• Biomaterials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ziyu Wang is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Weiss Lab at the University of Sydney's School of Life and Environmental Sciences. He holds a PhD in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine (2022) and a BE in Biomedical Engineering (2017, Honours Class I) from the University of Sydney. His research focuses on advancing biomaterials and bioprinting for vascular and soft tissue regeneration, with a particular emphasis on arterial grafts, wound healing, and cardiovascular applications. Wang's work integrates tissue engineering , biomaterials science , and regenerative medicine . He has pioneered bioprinted vascularized skin analogs and developed elastomeric materials for arterial regeneration. His lab also explores the role of tropoelastin and polyglycerol sebacate (PGS) in enhancing tissue integration and mechanical properties. Notable achievements include the 2023 ACvA Excellence Award for Game-Changing Cardiovascular Research and collaborative projects funded by the National Heart Foundation and SENS Research Foundation. Awards & Grants : 2023 ACvA Game Changer Award Biomimetic Repair of Age-Related Elastic Lamellae Damage (SENS Foundation) Biodegradable Aortic Graft Development (Heart Foundation Vanguard Grant) His recent publications highlight advancements in vascular graft design , wound microbiome modulation , and mesenchymal stem cell expansion platforms . Current projects aim to address age-related vascular degeneration and improve surgical outcomes through engineered biomaterials.

Kevin Harkinsمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Computational Modeling
• Optimization
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kevin Harkins is a Research Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering and Radiology at Vanderbilt University’s School of Engineering. His research focuses on advancing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques, computational modeling, and optimization for biomedical applications. Key areas include diffusion MRI methodologies, microstructural analysis, and radiomic features for clinical diagnostics. He leads efforts in developing tools like the MATI toolbox, enhancing MRI data processing and simulation. His work bridges engineering and medicine, addressing challenges in musculoskeletal imaging, tumor microstructure analysis, and long-term post-traumatic outcomes. Research interests emphasize MRI advancements for preclinical and clinical studies, particularly in ex vivo imaging, in vivo small-animal models, and radiomics for osteoarthritis and knee injury assessment. His contributions include optimizing MRI protocols for reproducibility and applying AI-driven methods like reinforcement learning for gradient waveform optimization. Publications highlight interdisciplinary applications, such as MRI-derived bone analysis for fracture risk, bioresorbable implant design, and multi-site cohort studies. While no awards or grants are explicitly mentioned, his work aligns with Vanderbilt’s commitment to translational biomedical research. Collaborations likely span engineering, radiology, and orthopedics departments.