PhD Studentship, Biomechanics Laboratory, Penn State : University Park, PA, U...

山姆大叔 · 发表于 2015-3-4 14:36:35

We have a funded PhD studentship position available in the Muscle Function & Locomotion Lab / Biomechanics Lab in the Kinesiology Department at Penn State for Fall 2015.

Our laboratory is aimed at identifying the fundamental principles underlying muscle function during locomotion (in both health and disease). In particular, we focus on discerning the relationship between in vivo muscle mechanics and metabolic energetics and the mechanisms underlying locomotor adaptation and optimization. Our research integrates experimental and modeling approaches and draws on comparative (animal) and human studies. We utilize a range of techniques and experimental set-ups including 3D motion capture/force analyses, musculoskeletal modeling, dynamic ultrasound, emg, direct muscle and tendon mechanics/energetics and custom force-instrumented treadmill capabilities (human and small animal). Many of our projects have implications for clinical and rehabilitation science.

Initial research in our laboratory will adopt human and animal models to study 1) musculoskeletal and gait adaptation to load / growth and 2) muscle and locomotor optimization in stable/unstable environments. These studies can include both experiments and computer simulations, and may involve collaboration with other PSU Biomechanics Lab faculty.

The Penn State Department of Kinesiology houses a world class program in Biomechanics and Motor Control, and provides a scientifically and intellectually stimulating environment in which to learn. There exists scope for collaborations with the local laboratories of Steve Piazza, John Challis, Jinger Gottschall and Robert Sainburg, among others, as well as several national/international collaborations. Excellent seminars in Biomechanics, Motor Control, Bioengineering Biology, and Physiology attract prominent scientists from around the globe and we often host international visiting researchers. We have exciting scientific interaction between and within laboratories, while also having a great time in less formal social get-togethers.

Candidates with a background in biomechanics and/or muscle mechanics (kinesiology, biomedical/mechanical engineering, physiology, biology/zoology, or other related areas) are preferred.
For more information contact:
Jonas Rubenson, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Physiology
Muscle Function & Locomotion Lab and Biomechanics Lab
Pennsylvania State University
29 Recreation Building
University Park, PA, 16802
Tel: + 1 814 867 6209
Fax: + 1 814 863 4755
Email: jonas@psu.edu