Biomechanics on our Minds

Latest Episodes:

Episode 19: Researching Strong as Steele | Julie Steele Aug 28, 2019

Show notes

In this episode with Julie Steele, we cover all things biomechanics and research - from studying biomechanics of surfing to how to fail fabulously to giving back to local communities.

Episode 18: Navigating Scientific Conferences | David Shiffman, Holly Bik, and Taija Finni Jul 19, 2019

Show notes

In Episode 18, BOOM interviews Professors David Shiffman, Holly Bik, and Taija Finni on how to navigate scientific conferences. We talk about networking, fashion, cultivating collaborative atmospheres, recharging, and how to make the most of your experience! David Shiffman: 6:06 Holly Bik: 30:15 Taija Finni: 51:18

Episode 17: Tackling Gray Area Challenges | May Liu Jul 01, 2019

Show notes

In this episode, we talk with May Liu of intuitive surgical. She shares why she loves tackling the difficult, "grey" problems and gives great advice on how to overcome some of the challenges of graduate school.

Episode 16: May the Forces and Torques Be With You | Deanna Gates Jun 01, 2019

Show notes

In this episode of BOOM, we talk with Professor Deanna Gates of the University of Michigan on rehabilitation biomechanics and her work on prostheses and orthotics. She shares her experiences as a biomechanics consultant and rehabilitation work for the military, as well as her motivation for becoming a biomechanist (hint: in a galaxy far, far away...).

Episode 15: Bringin' the Hamner Down on Design | Sam Hamner Apr 22, 2019

Show notes

In this Episode, we talk with Dr. Sam Hamner on the design process. We also learn about his experiences at a non-profit and his current role at a start-up, Cala Health.

Episode 14: MAP BOOM and the Future of Wearables | Thor Besier Mar 27, 2019

Show notes

In episode 14, we talk with Associate Professor Thor Besier of The University of Auckland about the Musculoskeletal Atlas Project and the future of wearables! Our Bit of Boom is brought to you by Biomechanics in the Wild (http://sites.nd.edu/biomechanics-in-the-wild/) and we end with our most recent research fails.

Episode 13: Mindsets to Grow from Failure | Jen Heemstra and Meredith Henry Feb 21, 2019

Show notes

How do we stay resilient against unexpected outcomes of science research? On this episode, we talk with Professor Jen Heemstra and Dr. Meredith Henry from Emory University on having a mindset to grow from failure.

Episode 12: Emphasis on International | Joe Hamill Jan 15, 2019

Show notes

Joe Hamill, current International Society of Biomechanics President, talks about his vision for making ISB "truly international". Hear about why he values ISB as a top tier biomechanics society, including it's emphasis on the students.

Episode 11: Dinosaur Biomechanics | John Hutchinson Dec 18, 2018

Show notes

This month we talk dinosaur biomechanics and the evolution of dinosaur biomechanics. We interview Professor John Hutchinson of the Royal Veterinary College, Professor of Evolutionary Biomechanics. Learn how biomechanists and animators teamed together in the making of Jurassic Park to make sure T-Rex had realistic movements and speeds.

Episode 10: Biomechanics of Breast Health | Deirdre McGhee and Jodi Steel Oct 31, 2018

Show notes

Dr. Deirdre McGhee shares her research on the biomechanics of breast health and her current study to improve the biomechanics of breast cancer survivors after surgery. It is followed with an interview with Dr. Jodi Steel who is a breast cancer survivor, part of Deirdre's study, and also working to improve the challenges that breast cancer survivors are facing.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected