Current Research Areas

Motion
Biomechanics

  • Biomechanics of animal models of human disease
  • Human and animal gait analysis
  • Sports biomechanics
  • Livestock biomechanics

 

 

Biomechanical Testing

  • Tissue engineered grafts and scaffolds
  • Orthopedic devices (screws, plates, prosthetics)
  • Novel surgical techniques
  • Properties of bone, tendon, and ligament

Computational Metamaterials

  • Mechanics of novel geometric metamaterials
  • Advanced manufacturing of materials and devices
  • 3d printing for orthopedic applications
  • Orthopedic surgical planning

Medical Device Design

  • Working with physicians to meet unmet clinical needs
  • Designing new or modified medical devices
  • Navigating FDA regulations
  • Evaluating commercial potential of new device ideas