John H. Challis
Ph.D., 1991, Biomechanics, Loughborough University of Technology, UK
Professor of Kinesiology; Graduate Program Director
Contact Information
029K Recreation Building
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 16802
(814) 863-3675
Fax: (814) 863-4755
jhc10@psu.edu
www.personal.psu.edu/faculty/jhc10/
Research Interests
Measurement and simulation modeling of the human musculo-skeletal system, with the aim of examining the role, function, and coordination of muscle in vivo. Development of improved biomechanical measurement protocols.
Selected Publications
Domire, Z.J., and Challis, J.H. (2007) The influence of an elastic tendon on the force producing capabilities of a muscle during dynamic movements. Computer Methods in Biomechanics & Biomedical Engineering 10(5); 337 – 341.
Challis. J.H., and Pain, M.T.G. (2008) Soft tissue motion influences skeletal loads during impacts. Exercise and Sports Science Reviews 36:2;71-75.
Muri, J., Winter, S.L., and Challis, J.H. (2008) Changes in segmental inertial properties with age. Journal of Biomechanics 41:8;1809-1812.