Ajay Seth , Ph.D.
- Bioengineering Research Associate and OpenSim Software Architect
- aseth@stanford.edu
- Clark Center, Room S322
- (650) 725-9486
Research Interests
I am interested in extracting detailed information about human movement from computer models
for the purpose of understanding form and function that leads to improved quality of treatment
and rehabilitation for movement disorders. Towards this end, I design and develop simulation
software (OpenSim) and musculoskeletal models to better represent the mechanics of individual
subjects (patients) that includes interaction with the environment (i.e. contact modeling). In order
to control these complex models, I have applied nonlinear and feedback control methods guided
by experimental data and I am currently exploring reflex control to improve the robustness of
simulations in response to perturbations. I am very excited about others using and building upon
OpenSim to pursue their research goals and for them to share their contributions with the broader
scientific community.
Degrees
Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, The University of Texas, 2007
M.A.Sc. in Systems Design Engineering, University of Waterloo, 2000
B.A.Sc. in Systems Design Engineering, University of Waterloo, 1997
Honors and Awards
Simbios Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship, Stanford University, 2007
Andrzej J. Komor New Investigator Award. The International Society of Biomechanics Technical Group on Computer Simulation, 2005
The University of Texas Continuing Fellowship, 2004
National Science & Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Scholarship, 1997
Representative Publications
A. Seth, M. Sherman, P. Eastman and S.L. Delp. Minimal formulation of joint motion for
biomechanisms. Nonlinear Dynamics, 62:291-303, 2010.
S.R. Hamner, A. Seth, and S.L. Delp. Muscle contributions to propulsion and support during
running. Journal of Biomechanics, 43:2709-2716, 2010
K.M. Steele, A. Seth, J.L. Hicks, M.S. Schwartz, and S.L. Delp. Muscle contributions to support
and progression during single-limb stance in crouch gait. Journal of Biomechanics, 43:2099-
2105, 2010
A. Seth and M.G. Pandy. A neuromusculoskeletal tracking method for estimating individual
muscle forces in human movement. Journal of Biomechanics, 40:356-366, 2007.
Hobbies
Cycling, hiking, yoga and rowing