Research Interests

I seek fundamental understanding of the mechanisms involved in the production of human movement, and I am motivated to improve treatments for individuals with cerebral palsy, stroke, osteoarthritis, Parkinson’s disease and other conditions that limit mobility. I am also involved in the development of new biomedical technologies for imaging, neuromodulation, and simulation.

Degrees

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Stanford Universiy, 1990
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, 1986
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University, 1983

Honors And Awards

• Muybridge Award, the highest honor given by the International Society of Biomechanics, is awarded once every two years for career achievements in biomechanics, 2021
• Goel Award for Translational Research in Biomechanics, recognizing those whose work has a biomechanic factor which started as basic research and then transitioned into a benefit for the health and well-being of humans., American Society of Biomechanics, 2019
• Member, National Academy of Engineering, 2016
• Fellow, American Society of Biomechanics, 2012
• Giovanni Borelli Award, recognizing outstanding career accomplishment, awarded annually to an individual investigator for exemplary research in any area of biomechanics, American Society of Biomechanics, 2011
• Best Paper Award (with co-author Marjolein van der Krogt) Combined, ESMAC/GCMAS International Conference, 2010
• James H. Clark Professorship, Stanford University, 2009
• Journal of Biomechanics Award (with co-author, M. Llewellyn), American Society of Biomechanics, 2009
• Raine Professorship, University of Western Australia, 2009
• Van C. Mow Medal, awarded by ASME, is bestowed upon a single individual each year who has made significant contributions to the field of bioengineering, 2008
• Fellow, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 2008
• Charles Lee Powell Professorship, Stanford University, 2006-2009
• Distinguished Alumnus Award, Colorado State University Engineering School, 2005
• James Hay Memorial Award (with B. Ashby), American Society of Biomechanics, 2004
• The Maurice E. Muller Award for Excellence in Computer Assisted Surgery, recognizing career-long achievements that fundamentally advance the field, 2003
• Fellow, American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineers, 2003
• University Fellow, Stanford University, 2003-2005
• Journal of Biomechanics Award (with S. Blemker), American Society of Biomechanics, 2003
• Powell Faculty Scholar, Stanford University, 1999-2002
• Dana Adams Griffin Award, Stanford University School of Engineering, 2000
• Best Paper Award (with A. Arnold) Gait and Posture, 1999
• David Morgenthaler II Faculty Scholar, Stanford University, 1999
• National Young Investigator Award, National Science Foundation, 1992-1997
• Falk Faculty Scholar, Northwestern University Medical School, 1995-1006
• Honored at White House ceremony during which President Clinton announced first awards under the Technology Reinvestment Program, 1993
• Outstanding Young Scientist Award, American Society of Biomechanics, 1991
• Baxter Faculty Fellow, Northwestern University, 1991
• ASME Student Paper Competition Winner, 1989
• Easter Seal Student Design Competition Winner, 1986
• Lincoln Foundation Design Competition Winner, 1986
• National Science Foundation Fellowship, 1985-1988

Representative Publications

Full Publication List

Hobbies

Camping, Canoeing, Biking, Inventing with Kids