Assistant: Carolyn Mazenko
cmazenko@stanford.edu
650-725-4009

Research Interests
I am interested in the form and function of complex living systems ranging from molecular motors to persons with movement disorders. I seek fundamental understanding of the mechanisms involved in the production of movement, and I am motivated to improve treatments for individuals with cerebral palsy, stroke, osteoarthritis, and Parkinson’s disease. While research and education are my primary activities, I am also involved in the development of new biomedical technologies and devices.

Degrees
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Stanford Universiy, 1990
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, 1986
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University, 1983

The Maurice E. Muller Award for Excellence in Computer Assisted Surgery, recognizing career-long achievements that fundamentally advance the field, 2003

Fellow, American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineers, 2003

University Fellow, Stanford University, 2003-2005

Journal of Biomechanics Award (with S. Blemker), American Society of Biomechanics, 2003

Powell Faculty Scholar, Stanford University, 1999-2002

Dana Adams Griffin Award, Stanford University School of Engineering, 2000

Best Paper Award (with A. Arnold) Gait and Posture, 1999

David Morgenthaler II Faculty Scholar, Stanford University, 1999

National Young Investigator Award, National Science Foundation, 1992-1997

Falk Faculty Scholar, Northwestern University Medical School, 1995-1006

Honored at White House ceremony during which President Clinton announced first awards under the Technology Reinvestment Program, 1993

Outstanding Young Scientist Award, American Society of Biomechanics, 1991

Baxter Faculty Fellow, Northwestern University, 1991

ASME Student Paper Competition Winner, 1989

Easter Seal Student Design Competition Winner, 1986

Lincoln Foundation Design Competition Winner, 1986

Representative Publications
Full Publication List

Hobbies
Camping, Canoeing, Biking, Inventing with Kids

Personal Website

Back to top