
Biomechanics on our Minds
Your favorite biomechanics podcast! Melissa Boswell, PhD, and Hannah O'Day, PhD, researchers at Stanford University, talk to researchers around the world about the exciting field of human (and animal) movement biomechanics. They also cover overcoming failures, collaborations, open science, leadership, and more. For more information, visit our website biomechanicsonourminds.com.
Latest episodes

Jan 14, 2019 • 42min
Episode 12: Emphasis on International | Joe Hamill
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.

Dec 17, 2018 • 30min
Episode 11: Dinosaur Biomechanics | John Hutchinson
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.

Oct 31, 2018 • 41min
Episode 10: Biomechanics of Breast Health | Deirdre McGhee and Jodi Steel
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.

Oct 28, 2018 • 47min
Bonus Episode: Mental Health on our Minds
In this special episode of BOOM, we talk with 3 graduate students on challenges that we face in graduate school and how it affects our mental health.

Sep 28, 2018 • 54min
Episode 9: Titin-ing Our Grip on Biomechanics | Walter Herzog
In this episode, we dive in to titin's role in muscle contraction, followed by an interview with University of Calgary's Professor Walter Herzog who talks about the role of nutrition in osteoarthritis development, who he looked up to as a student in biomechanics, and more. Followed with research fails!

Aug 29, 2018 • 54min
Episode 8: Blood, Sweat, and Bones - The Foundations of Good Beginnings | Jacque Cole
We chat with Professor Jacque Cole on her research on the osteovascular system and its importance to our health. She also talks about what it has been like starting a research lab as a new professor.

Jul 31, 2018 • 56min
Episode 7: Having a Blast - Survivability Research and Learning to Adapt | Reuben Govender
In this episode we discuss recent findings in running shoe advantages using statistics and large scale running data. We interview Professor Reuben Govender and Professor Emeritus Gerald Nurick from the University of Cape Town Blast Impact and Survivability Research Unit. Learn the importance of adapting your research to local needs and about current research on blast impacts.

Jun 29, 2018 • 53min
Episode 6: Biomechantronics | Steve Collins
An interview with Professor Steve Collins features the latest research in the field of biomechatronics, with a focus on the design of exoskeletons and their integration into the real world and the future of robotics with biological applications.

May 29, 2018 • 48min
Episode 5: Meaningful Mentorship | Mary Rodgers
In this episode, we speak with Professor Emeritus Mary Rodgers on how to create meaningful mentorships and continue to foster them over time. Also learn about the oldest known prosthesis and tips for conducting an informational interview.

Apr 30, 2018 • 46min
Episode 4: Collaborations in Biomechanics | Jill McNitt-Gray
This episode features an interview with Dr. Jill McNitt-Gray on her research on neuromuscular control and dynamics of human movements, including with Olympians. She also discusses the power of collaboration across Universities and disciplines as she begins to tackle a multi-institute biomechanics collaboration.