Karl Zelik
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Karl Zelik receives distinguished Goel Award for translational research in biomechanics
Karl Zelik, associate professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering and physical medicine and rehabilitation, is being recognized for his contributions to biomechanics with a Goel Award. The award recognizes accomplishments in translational biomechanics research, entrepreneurship and societal benefit. Read MoreMay 31, 2023
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Karl Zelik receives distinguished Goel Award for translational research in biomechanics
Karl Zelik, associate professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering and physical medicine and rehabilitation, is being recognized for his contributions to the field of biomechanics with a prestigious Goel Award from the American Society of Biomechanics. The award recognizes outstanding accomplishments in translational biomechanics research, entrepreneurship, and societal benefit. Zelik co-directs the Center for Rehabilitation... Read MoreMay 31, 2023
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Discovery Vanderbilt invests in two engineering faculty-initiated startups: HeroWear and Virtuoso
A university leadership committee has approved Discovery Vanderbilt investments into three faculty-initiated startups—HeroWear, IDBiologics and Virtuoso Surgical Inc.—as part of its mission from the offices of the chancellor and provost to boost innovation across the university. “These three initial investments will fuel discovery and accelerate the translation of our research into real-world benefits,” Chancellor Daniel... Read MoreMay 29, 2023
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Discovery Vanderbilt invests in two engineering faculty-initiated startups: HeroWear and Virtuoso
A university leadership committee has approved Discovery Vanderbilt investments into three faculty-initiated startups—HeroWear, IDBiologics and Virtuoso Surgical Inc.—as part of its mission from the offices of the chancellor and provost to boost innovation across the university. “These three initial investments will fuel discovery and accelerate the translation of our research into real-world benefits,” Chancellor Daniel... Read MoreMay 29, 2023
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Discovery Vanderbilt invests in three faculty-initiated startups: HeroWear, IDBiologics and Virtuoso
Seed and Series A funding to three startups—HeroWear, IDBiologics and Virtuoso—rooted in research conducted at Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center underscore a university-wide commitment to enhanced support for Vanderbilt’s most innovative faculty, students and alumni. Read MoreMay 23, 2023
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Herowear exosuit technology launches with on-campus departments
An innovative exosuit developed by a team of Vanderbilt engineers comes full circle this semester with a pilot implementation in the Division of Administration. The pilot test includes the use of 27 Apex 2 suits over six weeks. During the pilot test, users will wear the suits in actual work conditions and provide feedback throughout the duration of the study. Read MoreApr 14, 2023
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Diermeier celebrates Vanderbilt achievements, honors eight faculty at Spring Faculty Assembly
Chancellor Daniel Diermeier reflected on Vanderbilt’s strength and promise at the mark of its Sesquicentennial at the Spring Faculty Assembly on April 10, which also included the presentation of the 2023 Spring Faculty Awards. Diermeier and Faculty Senate Chair Rebecca R. Swan presented awards to eight faculty members who have made a significant impact through scholarship, research, creative expression, service, teaching or mentoring. Read MoreApr 12, 2023
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Class of 2023: Lauren Grohowski focuses on being an empathetic engineer
Class of 2023: When mechanical engineering major Lauren Grohowski talks about her numerous projects, her face lights up with excitement. She not only geeks out over the joy of building and solving complex problems, but she also is passionate about using her skills to be an “empathetic engineer.” Read MoreApr 7, 2023
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Members of TN congressional delegation visit VU to discuss Fort Campbell partnerships, Latin America research, and veteran education
U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Congressman Mark Green (R-TN07) visited Vanderbilt University recently to learn more about the Army Futures Command Pathfinder Program partnership with Fort Campbell, research and education related to Latin America, and university efforts to educate and employ veterans. Read MoreOct 12, 2022
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Body Builder: How Karl Zelik is using biomedical engineering to prevent back pain and enhance endurance
Karl Zelik, associate professor of mechanical and biomedical engineering and of physical medicine and rehabilitation, is using smart technology to tackle one of the most common and often debilitating problems for millions of people: back pain. His work includes a partnership with the U.S. military. Read MoreOct 10, 2022
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Vanderbilt, 101st Airborne collaborate on development of exoskeleton for soldier use in inaugural Pathfinder Project
A team of Vanderbilt engineers have completed a collaborative project with the 101st Airborne Division at Fort Campbell to design and test a first-of-its-kind exoskeleton that supports U.S. Army soldiers participating in sustainment and logistics operations. Read MoreAug 17, 2022
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National Security Agency, Vanderbilt sign partnership to advance innovation, education on issues of modern conflict and emerging threats
Vanderbilt University and the National Security Agency have signed an education partnership agreement to encourage and enhance the study of scientific discipline. Read MoreJul 12, 2022
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Thirteen faculty named 2022 Chancellor Faculty Fellows
Thirteen outstanding faculty members from across the university have been selected for the 2022 cohort of Chancellor Faculty Fellows. This group is composed of highly accomplished, recently tenured faculty from a wide variety of disciplines and areas of expertise. Read MoreJun 15, 2022
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Army Futures Command awards Pathfinder seed funding to Tonia Rex and Doug Adams
by Jenna Somers Two Vanderbilt professors were awarded Pathfinder seed funding for a project that could benefit soldiers by optimizing their neurological performance through suggested behavior protocol and by improving aircraft design and equipment to reduce the effects of in-flight vibration and percussion. The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory and the Civil-Military Innovation Institute... Read MoreMay 2, 2022
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Inaugural awardees announced for Scaling Success Grant
The Office of the Vice Provost for Research is pleased to announce the three awardees for the February 2022 cycle of the Scaling Success Grant, which is the first cycle of this internal funding opportunity. The awardees are Ann Kaiser, Susan W. Gray Professor of Education and Human Development, Steven Wernke, associate professor of anthropology, with Co-PI Yuankai Huo, assistant professor of computer science and computer engineering, and Karl Zelik, associate professor of mechanical engineering. Read MoreApr 11, 2022
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New study reveals breakthrough tool to show how much exoskeletons reduce back injury risk
A study led by researchers from Vanderbilt University’s Center for Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology reveals a breakthrough tool to assess the effect of exoskeletons on injury risk. Read MoreDec 2, 2021
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New study reveals breakthrough tool to show how much exoskeletons reduce back injury risk
A study led by researchers from Vanderbilt University’s Center for Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology reveals a breakthrough tool to assess the effect of exoskeletons on injury risk. The tool, called Exo-LiFFT, is an interactive calculator that will help companies looking for ways to overcome workforces struggling with musculoskeletal injuries, missed work, and accelerated retirement... Read MoreNov 30, 2021
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VU expands Army partnership, wins first Pathfinder Project award from Army Futures Command for assistive bionic exosuit
Army Futures Command recently awarded Vanderbilt a one-year, $1.2 million investment to support collaborations between researchers and soldiers to innovate research-based technologies with a path to commercialization and prompt acquisition of products by the Army. Read MoreAug 22, 2021
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Vanderbilt CTTC commercialized 25 COVID-19-related discoveries, facilitated nine startups during record-setting year
The Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization continued to play a pivotal role in translating the research findings of Vanderbilt faculty into products and companies in 2020 that have the potential to transform many aspects of life, from disease prevention to quality of life-enhancing products. Read MoreMay 12, 2021
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Research Snapshot: Exosuit concept developed at Vanderbilt peeks at the future of wearable tech
The idea Karl Zelik (Vanderbilt University) Erik Lamers (Vanderbilt University) Karl E. Zelik, assistant professor of mechanical engineering, and recent Ph.D. graduate Erik P. Lamers revealed a new exosuit designed to bring back relief to workers who have been under high strain throughout the pandemic, including last-mile delivery drivers and essential workers. The suit can... Read MoreMar 25, 2021