Overview
Engineering education innovation in biomechanics, biomaterials, orthopedic engineering, and design in BME curricula. Committed to undergraduate and graduate student professional development.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Assistant Professor of the Practice in the Department of Biomedical Engineering
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2023 - Present
Biomedical Engineering,
Pratt School of Engineering
Recent Publications
Time-dependent changes in medial meniscus kinematics and attachment strength after anterior root injury and repair in a large animal model.
Journal Article Journal of orthopaedic research : official publication of the Orthopaedic Research Society · March 2025 This study investigated joint kinematics and attachment tensile mechanics following resection of the medial meniscus anterior attachment. A secondary objective investigated the repair of the attachment. Yucatan minipigs underwent unilateral surgery for eit ... Full text CiteBaseline-to-loaded changes in regional tibial cartilage thickness, T1ρ and T2: Utilization of an MRI compatible loading device.
Journal Article Journal of orthopaedic research : official publication of the Orthopaedic Research Society · December 2024 The objective of the study was to evaluate tibial cartilage thickness (TCT), T1ρ and T2 values within both loaded and baseline configurations in a cadaveric knee model using a 3D bone based tibial coordinate system. Ten intact cadaveric knees were mounted ... Full text CiteMartial Arts: Orthopaedic Injuries and Related Biomechanics.
Journal Article The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons · January 2024 Martial arts are various systems of combat skills encompassing striking and grappling. Many styles have evolved into modern sports, and some have been included in the Olympics. The physicality of these can predispose practitioners to musculoskeletal injuri ... Full text CiteEducation, Training & Certifications
University of Pennsylvania ·
2020
Ph.D.