This is the first of what we hope might be more Target Articles in @JApplBiomech proposing new theoretical frameworks in a research area. Feel free to reach out if you have been rethinking how to address big questions in your movement biomechanics area.
New paper - a theoretical basis for developing running footwear technology.
We propose that running economy (in the context of footwear) is a total effect encompassing a direct mechanical effect and a biomechanically mediated effect.
doi.org/10.1123/jab.2024-010…@GlenLichtwark
Come join our team at UMass Robotics!! We are hiring at the Associate/Full level for a joint appointment in engineering and computer science. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. RTs appreciated :) careers.umass.edu/amherst/en…
I am looking for a PhD student to start in the MiPR lab for the Fall 2025. Please share with anyone you feel may be interested! Pic of the ad can be found here:
🚨TT Faculty Job Alert🚨
The neuroscience program🧠 at Smith College is hiring an Assistant Prof! I can attest that Smith is a wonderful place to do research and teach. DM me if you have questions and apply here: apply.interfolio.com/152435
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This study examined prefrontal cortex (PFC) activity during #gait in adults with persisting #concussion symptoms. PFC activity was higher in those with concussion, & higher PFC activity was related to greater symptom severity and some gait characteristics. journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs…
🚨 Visit UMass NMBL student Kaitlyn Kleeman at her poster # 152 to learn about our emerging work on Modular Control & Physical Activity in Pregnancy & Postpartum! #ACSM#ACSM2024
#BreakingNews@UmassKin will be posting a joint tenure track position with @UMassIALS soon! The position will seek individuals with research lines that include MRI-based imaging methodologies. All who are interested are encouraged to apply once the announcement is official!
I'm late to share this but @UmassKin has an open position for a lecturer (teaching faculty). Review of applications in ongoing. I would love to see some biomechanics representation in the applicant pool. careers.umass.edu/amherst/en…
🚨Job Alert 🚨
The Mind in Development Lab at Smith College (P.I. Me!) is hiring a new lab manager! Our lab focuses on how early life experience shapes neural and cognitive function in young children. Apply by May 6th. More info here: tinyurl.com/4ytv4drm.
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Are you a first-generation undergraduate student in @umassengin and interested in getting involved in research? UMass Robotics has two funded REU positions this summer just for you! DM me or send me an email (mehuber@umass.edu) for more info. @UMassMIE@UMassBME@UMassCHC
I have opening for a post-doc with my group at UMass-Amherst. The start date is flexible. Review of applications has just begun and is ongoing. Details of the job and the application link can be found here: careers.umass.edu/amherst/en…
I'm still recruiting a new Research Assistant / Lab Technician. Ideal position for new grads looking to complete for top industry jobs. Details can be found here biomch-l.isbweb.org/forum/bi…
Concerned about balance? Wondering why it can be such an issue for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD)?
Join us on December 5 at 2:00 pm ET / 11:00 am PT for Let’s Keep Moving With APDA.
Register now at:
apda.link/LKMDecember2023
🚨The UMass Kinesiology Department & Institute for Applied Life Sciences will start accepting applications this fall for a TT Assistant Professor position in the domain of human physiology. See the flyer below for more details!
@ACSMNews@APSPhysiology#Kinesiology#Physiology
The UMass Movement Neuroscience Lab is looking to hire 2 grad students to start Fall 2024. Both positions have funding and tuition waivers! Application review will start soon after the Dec 1 priority deadline. sites.google.com/umass.edu/m…@ACSMNews@movedisorder@ISPGR@AmSocBiomech