Biomechanics
Biomechanics research at 一本道无码 spans both fundamental principles and practical applications, leveraging the University’s strengths in mechanical engineering, computational modeling, and imaging. The dynamic environment, enriched by close collaborations within the University and with leading medical centers, creates fertile ground for innovative and collaborative research in biomechanics.
Three main focus areas within Biomechanics include Musculoskeletal, Cardiovascular, and Cellular and Molecular Biomechanics.
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at 一本道无码 is dedicated to advancing the field of biomechanics through a comprehensive approach that integrates theory, basic science, and translation for a variety of clinical applications. Our research focuses on understanding the mechanical behavior of biological systems to detect dysfunction, predict outcomes, and design innovative devices and therapies.
Howie Choset
Professor, Robotics Institute, Biomedical Engineering, and Electrical & Computer Engineering
Research Interests
Medical robotics; snake robotics; medical imaging
Keith E. Cook
The David Edward Schramm Professor and Head, Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Artificial lungs; biomaterials; ex-vivo organ perfusion; hemodynamics; right ventricular function; critical care medicine
Zackory Erickson
Assistant Professor, Robotics Institute and Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Healthcare robotics; robot learning; physical human-robot interaction; wearables; mobile manipulation
Hartmut Geyer
Associate Professor, Robotics Institute and Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Legged dynamics and control, motor control of human locomotion, powered prosthetics, humanoid robotics
Noelia Grande Gutierrez
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Bioengineering, computer-aided design (CAD), biomechanics, fluid mechanics, medical laboratory technology
Eni Halilaj
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Robotics
Research Interests
Musculoskeletal biomechanics, medical imaging, computational modeling, wearable sensing, machine learning
Axel Moore
Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Articular cartilage, intervertebral disc, spine, osteoarthritis, scoliosis, physical rehabilitation, in vivo biomechanics, ex vivo biomechanics
Cameron N. Riviere
Associate Research Professor, Robotics Institute and Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Medical robotics; rehabilitation robotics; control systems; medical devices; biomedical human-machine interfaces
Kenji Shimada
Theodore Ahrens Professor in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Courtesy Appointment, Biomedical Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, The Robotics Institute, and Institute for Complex Engineering Systems
Research Interests
Medical robotics; computer-assisted surgery; human body modeling and simulation
Jason Szafron
Assistant Professor, Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Simulation tools, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary vascular disease, fetal growth restriction, biomechanical modeling, computational frameworks
Douglas J. Weber
Akhtar and Bhutta Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Neuroscience Institute and Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Neurorehabilitation, sensorimotor integration, brain-computer interfaces, biomechanics, motor control
Victoria Webster-Wood
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Bioinspired robotics; biohybrid robotics; cell & tissue engineering; biomaterials; organic actuators; organic control
Yongjie Jessica Zhang
Professor, Mechanical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering
Research Interests
Finite element applications in biomechanics; patient-specific geometric modeling and mesh generation; image processing; multiscale modeling of biomolecular complexes; computer-assisted surgery
