جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Matei Ciocarlieمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Robotic Manipulation
• Assistive Robotics
• Human-Robot Interaction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Matei Ciocarlie is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Columbia University, focusing on robotics research spanning hardware design, control systems, and human-robot interaction. His work emphasizes robots operating in dynamic, unstructured environments, with applications in manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare. He holds affiliations with Columbia's School of Engineering and Applied Science and the Robotics Department. Education: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia University (2010), with a doctoral dissertation on dexterous robotic grasping awarded the 2010 Robotdalen Scientific Award. Research Interests: Robotic hand design/control, human-in-the-loop manipulation, assistive robotics, tactile sensing, and rehabilitation technologies. His lab develops systems like wearable robotic orthoses for stroke patients and teleoperated robots with autonomous decision-making capabilities. Awards: IEEE Early Career Award (2015), ONR Young Investigator Award (2016), NSF CAREER Award (2016), Sloan Fellowship (2017). Grants & Collaborations: Led projects at Willow Garage and Google, contributing to ROS development. Current work includes NSF-funded tactile sensing research and NIH-sponsored assistive robotics initiatives. Labs: Active projects in Columbia's Robotics Lab and collaboration with medical institutions for clinical trials of robotic orthoses.

Robert D. Gregg, IVمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wearable Robots
• Legged Robots
• Prosthetics & Orthotics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert D. Gregg, IV is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, and Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan. He serves as Associate Director for Graduate Education at Michigan Robotics and directs the Locomotor Control Systems Laboratory. His research focuses on control systems for wearable robots, prosthetics, and orthotics, emphasizing biomimetic principles and nonlinear control theory. Gregg holds a PhD from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2010) and prior academic roles at the University of Texas at Dallas and Northwestern University. Education: PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2010 MS, Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2007 BS, Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences, University of California, Berkeley, 2006 Research Interests: Gregg’s work spans control mechanisms for bipedal locomotion, wearable robotics, nonlinear control theory, and rehabilitation engineering. His lab develops high-performance control systems for prosthetic legs and exoskeletons to enhance mobility for individuals with disabilities. Key areas include energy-efficient control strategies, adaptive impedance systems, and biomechanical modeling of human movement. Grant & Award Highlights: $3M NIH R01 Grant (2023): Modeling and control of agile powered prosthetic legs for varied activities. $1.7M NIH R01 Grant (2021): Modular powered orthoses for broad patient populations. NSF CAREER Award (2017) NIH New Innovator Award (2013) Advising & Labs: Gregg mentors PhD students in robotics and biomechanics, emphasizing independent research and collaborative team environments. His lab supports over 15 researchers and has produced notable alumni like Dr. Cara Welker (University of Colorado Boulder faculty). The lab’s work is supported by NIH, NSF, and industry partnerships. Recent Contributions: Recent work includes phase-variable control for stair climbing, energy shaping methods for exoskeletons, and open-source robotic leg platforms. Gregg also chairs major robotics conferences (e.g., IROS 2023) and advises on clinical translation of wearable robotics.

Khalil Esperمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Verification and Model Checking
• Energy Optimization
• Real-time Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Khalil Esper is a Researcher at the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Engineering, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU), where he works at the Chair of Computer Science 12 (Hardware-Software Co-Design). His research focuses on verification, energy optimization, and runtime requirement enforcement in embedded systems and MPSoCs. His educational background includes: Informatics Engineering from Aleppo University, Syria (2010-2015) European Master in Embedded Computing Systems (EMECS) from Rhineland-Palatinate University of Technology Kaiserslautern-Landau (Germany) and Norwegian University of Science and Technology (Norway) (2017-2019) Esper's research interests center around verification and model checking, energy optimization on MPSoC, real-time systems and embedded systems, and autonomic computing. His work particularly focuses on runtime requirement enforcement mechanisms for non-functional properties in multi-processor systems-on-chip, with applications extending to medical devices and human-robot interaction systems. He has developed approaches using finite state machines, reinforcement learning, and evolutionary algorithms to ensure system properties are maintained during execution. His publication record shows a strong trend toward applying formal methods and runtime enforcement techniques to increasingly complex systems, with recent work expanding into safety-critical applications like orthoses and human-robot interaction. The interdisciplinary nature of his research bridges computer science, embedded systems engineering, and biomedical applications. Esper has supervised multiple theses including: Sascha H.: Runtime Requirement Enforcement of Non-Functional Requirements on MPSoCs Using Fuzzy Logic (2022) Iana S.: Feedback-Based Control of Non-functional Program Execution Properties on Linux (2023) Philipp L.: Runtime Requirement Enforcement of Functional and Non-Functional Requirements of a Knee Orthosis Based on a Digital Twin (2024) Avinash N.: Runtime Requirement Enforcement of Safety Properties of an Ankle Orthosis Based on a Digital Twin (2024) Zhiyi T.: Generation of Environment FSMs Using Machine Learning Techniques (2025) Moustafa A.: Runtime Requirement Enforcement of Safety Properties of Human-Robot Interaction Based on a Digital Twin (2025) Florian K.: Runtime Requirement Enforcement of Safety Properties of Human-Robot Interaction (2025) He has been actively teaching courses on Approximate Computing and Embedded Systems since the 2021/2022 academic year, demonstrating his commitment to academic instruction alongside his research activities. Esper is involved in the InvasIC research project, part of the DFG Transregional Collaborative Research Center 89 on Invasive Computing, which explores novel approaches to resource management in parallel computing systems.

• Biomedical Engineering
• 3D Printing in Healthcare
• Pediatric Medical Devices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tegan Cheng is an NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow and Adjunct Lecturer in the School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Sydney. She leads the EPIC Lab at Kids Research, Children's Hospital at Westmead, focusing on pediatric medical devices and 3D printing applications. Her work bridges engineering and clinical needs to address musculoskeletal challenges in children. She holds a BE(Mechanical/Biomedical) and BMedSc from the University of Sydney (2011) and a PhD (2016). Research Interests: Developing implantable/wearable medical devices for children, 3D printing in healthcare, pediatric orthotic design, and commercialization pathways. Her Printhotics initiative aims to create equitable access to personalized ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) using 3D scanning and AI. Key collaborations include clinicians, engineers, and designers to advance pediatric device solutions. Grants and Awards: 2021 Young Tall Poppy Science Award, NHMRC Investigator Grant for Printhotics (2020), and grants from the American Orthotic & Prosthetic Association and University of Sydney's Educational Innovation Fund. Active projects include smart orthotics with embedded sensors and biodegradable bone implants. Labs/Teams: Group Leader of the EPIC Lab, collaborating with Kids Research, University of Sydney, and industry partners. Focus areas include translational research, medical device innovation, and interdisciplinary education using 3D-printed anatomical models.

Hwan Choiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Prosthetic Devices
• Exoskeletal Systems
• Musculoskeletal Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hwan Choi is an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida (UCF), affiliated with the College of Engineering. He leads the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Device Lab, focusing on advancing prosthetic and exoskeletal technologies to enhance mobility for individuals with disabilities. His work integrates biomechanical analysis, neural control strategies, and assistive device design to address challenges in rehabilitation engineering. Education: Dr. Choi earned his Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Washington (2016), a Master of Engineering (2006), and a Bachelor of Engineering (2004) from Korea University. He completed a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the University of Michigan in 2018. Research Interests: His studies prioritize prosthetic device optimization, exoskeleton system development, musculoskeletal modeling, and neural control mechanisms. He investigates how biomechanical insights can improve device performance and user adaptation, with applications in transtibial amputee mobility, cerebral palsy gait correction, and aging-related mobility issues. Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes multimodal data integration (e.g., IMU sensors, sEMG), adaptive prosthetic systems, and machine learning for gait analysis. Key themes include improving clinical outcomes through smart technologies and addressing unmet needs in orthotic/prosthetic design. Awards: Gatzert Child Welfare Fellowship (2016), Travel Grant from Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society (2016), University of Washington Research Assistant Scholarship (2011–2016), Louis and Katherine Marsh Memorial Fellowship (2012). Advising & Grants: While specific advisees are not listed, Dr. Choi’s lab actively engages in collaborative projects, with funding support from scholarships and institutional grants. His research bridges academic and clinical settings, emphasizing translational outcomes. Labs/Teams: The Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Device Lab focuses on developing innovative solutions for mobility impairments, including smart adaptive prosthetic sockets and variable-stiffness orthoses. Current projects explore machine learning-driven gait analysis and self-sanitizing medical devices.

• Biomechanics
• Gait Analysis
• Knee Osteoarthritis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Richard Jones leads the Knee Biomechanics and Injury research theme at the University of Salford and serves as Biomechanics research lead at the Manchester Institute for Health and Performance (MIHP). With 25+ years of experience in motion capture, his work focuses on translating biomechanical data into clinical applications for injury mitigation and rehabilitation. Research Interests: Gait analysis and biomechanics applied to pathological/healthy movement Knee osteoarthritis mechanisms and interventions Orthotic management and footwear design ACL injury biomechanics and return-to-sport protocols Motion capture technology validation His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on knee joint biomechanics, osteoarthritis interventions, sports injury prevention, and rehabilitation technology. Key trends include markerless motion capture validation, biomechanical risk factor analysis, and orthotic/prosthetic design optimization. Academic Roles: Supervises PhD candidates in knee biomechanics/gait analysis Teaches undergraduate/postgraduate allied health disciplines Leads biomechanical assessments for return-to-sport protocols at MIHP Member of Versus Arthritis Musculoskeletal Disorders Research Advisory Group

Abbas Kouzaniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomedical Engineering
• 3D Printing
• Neurotechnology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Abbas Kouzani is a Professor of Engineering at the Deakin University School of Engineering , with a focus on cutting-edge biomedical engineering and AI applications. His work bridges 3D/4D printing and clinical challenges , particularly in dysphagia management and neurological disorders.

Morten Bilde Simonsenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomechanics
• Osteoarthritis
• Gait Analysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Morten Bilde Simonsen is an Assistant Professor at Aalborg University in the Department of Materials and Production, affiliated with the Section of Applied Systems Research and Biomechanics within the Faculty of Engineering and Science. His research focuses on biomechanics, musculoskeletal disorders, and the application of advanced technologies for clinical assessment and intervention. He holds a PhD awarded in April 2021. His work integrates biomechanical modeling, gait analysis, and proteomics to address conditions like knee osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and pediatric obesity. A key project is the MathKOA initiative (2022–2027), a Novo Nordisk Foundation-funded effort developing predictive models for knee osteoarthritis. Research interests include gait mechanics, HIIT in youth obesity, and the biomechanical impact of interventions like foot orthoses. He has received awards such as the 2022 Best Presentation at the Regions Hospital Northern Jutland Symposium and the 2018 Danish Society of Biomechanics Student Award. His grants include leadership roles in multi-disciplinary projects combining clinical and engineering approaches. Collaborations span musculoskeletal modeling, sensor technology validation, and translational research in chronic pain and joint dysfunction. He is actively involved in lab-based studies on gait kinematics, biomarker identification, and exercise intervention efficacy.

Richard H. Crawfordمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer-Aided Design
• Design Theory and Methodology
• Geometric Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Richard H. Crawford is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin, holding the Earl N. & Margaret Brasfield Endowed Faculty Fellowship and serving as Director of the Design Projects Program. His educational background includes a BSME from Louisiana State University (1982), and MSME (1985) and Ph.D. (1989) from Purdue University. Dr. Crawford's research spans computer-aided mechanical design, design theory, and engineering education, with four primary focus areas: (1) computer representations for conceptual design and design retrieval; (2) geometric modeling for engineering design and manufacturing; (3) additive manufacturing including design tools and applications; and (4) pre-college engineering education. His industrial collaborations include faculty internships at Ford Motor Company, IBM, and Sandia National Laboratory. His recent publications demonstrate consistent emphasis on design optimization, metamodeling (particularly NURBS-based approaches), additive manufacturing applications, and biomedical engineering solutions for prosthetics and orthotics, reflecting integration of computational methods with practical engineering challenges. Dr. Crawford has received significant recognition: 1995 Fred Merryfield Design Award from the American Society for Engineering Education 2010 Ralph Coates Roe Award for exemplary Mechanical Engineering education 2011 University of Texas System Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award He co-founded the Design Technology and Engineering for All Children (DTEACh) program providing K-12 teacher training, and partnered with UTeach to develop the "Engineer Your World" high school curriculum adopted by over 200 school districts, featuring a dual-credit option through UT System institutions.

• Financial Regulation and Reporting
• Earnings Forecast
• Behavioral Decision Making
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xiaojiao (Jo) Wang is an Associate Lecturer at the University of Sydney Business School since 2008, holding a PhD in Accounting and Finance from the University of Sydney (2017). She specializes in teaching financial accounting across all academic levels and has been recognized with numerous Dean’s Citations for Tutoring. Her research focuses on financial regulation, earnings forecasting, behavioral decision-making, and cybersecurity implications in corporate reporting. She also explores corporate social responsibility disclosures in the mining industry using mixed-method approaches. Education PhD in Accounting and Finance, University of Sydney (2017) MCom in Accounting BCom in Accounting Research Interests Dr. Wang’s work combines empirical analysis of corporate financial reporting with cybersecurity challenges. Her current projects examine IFRS disclosure compliance in Australia and data breach disclosures. She also investigates CSR reporting in mining through surveys and focus groups. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges accounting practices with technological advancements. Publications Her publications emphasize IFRS compliance trends and factors influencing corporate disclosures. Recent works include studies on Australian firms’ adherence to IFRS standards and the application of machine learning in clinical contexts. Awards Dean’s Citation for Tutoring (multiple awards) Advising & Grants No advisees or grants listed in available data. Labs/Teams Not specified in provided information.

Luke Healesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
• Upper limb injury and rehabilitation
• Persistent tendon pain
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Luke Heales is a Senior Lecturer in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Postgraduate Research Coordinator at Central Queensland University’s School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences. He holds a PhD from The University of Queensland (Dean’s Award), a Bachelor of Health Science (Valedictorian) from Auckland University of Technology, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Tertiary Education from CQUniversity. Specialises in upper limb injury rehabilitation and persistent tendon pain Active researcher in occupational rehabilitation and beach accessibility for people with disability Recipient of multiple teaching awards including the Australian Awards for University Teaching (2021) Secured over $500,000 in competitive research and teaching grants His recent publications focus on tendinopathy management, biomechanical responses to taping/orthoses, and accessibility studies for inclusive beach environments. He supervises 4 research higher degree students and teaches musculoskeletal physiotherapy at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Scientific awards and grants include: Deans Award for Outstanding Research Higher Degree (2015) 3 Minute Thesis Competition awards (2015) Summer Research Scholarships (2010-2011) Best Research Project award (2011)

• Medical Technology
• Lipid Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Helga Ludwig is a researcher at the University of Applied Sciences Hagenberg, Austria, affiliated with the Center of Excellence Medical Technology/TIMed Center and Strength Area ICT (Information & Communication Technology). She contributes to projects in biomedical research and digital transformation. Research Focus: Lipid biochemistry, metabolomics, pulmonary hypertension, and patient-specific orthosis design via 3D printing. Projects: MOVE (Modeling Orthoses for Vitality Enhancement), FinCoM (Financial Condition Monitoring), and Career Advisory System. Collaborations: Engages in interdisciplinary research linking medical technology, financial systems, and smart manufacturing. Scientific Output: Recent publication in American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine explores lipid ratios as biomarkers for pulmonary hypertension diagnosis and prognosis. Her work intersects biomedical and computational domains.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Orthopedic Devices
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Claudia J.W. Haarman is a Lecturer specializing in Biomedical Device Design and Production Technology . Her research focuses on developing assistive devices for upper limb rehabilitation, particularly for patients with spinal cord injuries or stroke-related impairments. She collaborates extensively with healthcare professionals and engineers to create clinically relevant solutions. Key Collaborations : J.L. Pons, E. Rietman, H. van der Kooij Institutions : Active in academic research with publications in journals like Prosthetics and Orthotics International Research Interests : Claudia Haarman’s work centers on exoskeletons , orthoses , and rehabilitation robotics , with a focus on improving hand and shoulder functionality. Her studies involve usability testing , clinical evaluation , and biomechanical analysis to ensure devices meet real-world patient needs. Scientific Contributions : Recent projects include the T-GRIP thumb exoskeleton and dynamic shoulder orthosis , emphasizing user involvement and unsupervised therapy for spinal cord injury patients. Her research spans multidisciplinary fields including neurorehabilitation , biomedical engineering , and orthopedic device design . Scientific Awards : Valorisation potential, creating impact with the new business - award (2024) Collaborative Activities : She has organized workshops like the Hands on Anatomy Workshop for the Upper Limb (2015) and contributed to conference proceedings in neurorehabilitation. Her collaborations bridge clinical expertise and engineering innovation.

A. Murgiaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuromechanics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Rehabilitation Technology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. A. Murgia is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medical Sciences (University of Groningen), specializing in neuromechanical adaptation in aging, rehabilitation, and neuro-musculoskeletal disorders. Their work develops rehabilitation technologies focused on improving quality of life for individuals with mobility impairments, particularly through upper limb prostheses and arm support systems . Research spans musculoskeletal modeling , virtual reality training , and biomechanical analysis Funded by EU Horizon 2020 , STW Netherlands , and Ministry of Economic Affairs Research interests include: Neuromechanical outcomes in clinical conditions Virtual reality for motor learning in prosthetics Muscle co-activation patterns in dystrophy Elbow joint biomechanics post-arthroplasty Biomechanical factors in clubfoot recurrence Wearable assistive technologies Article trends combine biomedical engineering , neuroscience , and computational modeling , focusing on prosthetic control , musculoskeletal disorders , and rehabilitation technologies . Contact: a.murgia@umcg.nl

• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Stroke Rehabilitation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Corien D.M. Nikamp-Simons is a Visiting Scholar in the Biomedical Signals and Systems research group at the University of Twente's Faculty of Engineering Technology. With an MSc qualification, she has established herself as a productive researcher in rehabilitation engineering with 44 research outputs spanning from 2008 to 2025. Dr. Nikamp-Simons specializes in developing and evaluating assistive technologies for neurological rehabilitation, particularly for stroke survivors. Her research focuses on: Soft-robotic devices for hand function assistance Timing and clinical applicability of ankle-foot orthoses in stroke rehabilitation Telerehabilitation approaches combined with caregiver-mediated exercises Usability and clinical effectiveness of wearable rehabilitation technologies Her recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a strong trend toward home-based rehabilitation solutions, particularly wearable soft-robotic devices that patients can use independently in daily life. Her work increasingly incorporates user-centered design principles to ensure technologies meet both clinical needs and patient preferences, with emphasis on usability testing and patient satisfaction metrics. Dr. Nikamp-Simons maintains active collaborations with clinical and engineering researchers including J.S. Rietman, J. Buurke, A.I.R. Kottink, and G.B. Prange-Lasonder. She has presented her research at numerous conferences, with 12 recorded oral presentations focusing on practical implementation challenges of rehabilitation technologies. With an h-index of 12 and 315 citations according to Scopus metrics, her work demonstrates meaningful impact in the rehabilitation engineering field. Her research trajectory shows consistent productivity with outputs in most years from 2008 through 2025, reflecting a sustained commitment to advancing rehabilitation technology.