Biomechanics
Biomechanics is the application of mechanical engineering theory and practice to biological materials and systems. The department hosts a diverse portfolio in biomechanics research, with emphases on orthopaedic and cardiovascular diseases, cancer detection, and diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound. Some projects are focused on discovery of new principles that describe how cells, tissues, and organs respond to mechanical forces. Others are “bench-to-bedside” endeavors that seek immediate impact on patient’s health through development of new technologies or treatments. We invite you to explore the links below and learn how our faculty and students are expanding the interface between engineering and biology.
Research Topics
- Biomechanical Imaging
- Orthopaedic Biomechanics and Mechanobiology
- Cardiovascular Soft Tissue Biomechanics
- Shockwave Lithotripsy
Passage of a shock wave through a kidney stone
Cavitation field created by a shock wave used to treat kidney stones
Failure patterns in spine fractures