(December 7, 2020) Dr. Harish Chander, an associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology was awarded the 2020 College of Education Research Award. Dr. Chander is also the Co-Director of Neuromechanics Laboratory at Mississippi State University. Dr. Chander's research focuses on applying the principles of biomechanics to ergonomics, to human performance and injury prevention, with a special emphasis on postural stability, gait, slips, trips, falls and fall prevention. He has published widely, including in the Journal of Sport Analytics, the Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology, and the Journal of Workplace Health and Safety.
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