NU makes a splash at Biomechanics conference

Nipissing University recently sent its largest-ever contingent to the annual Ontario Biomechanics Conference (OBC) March 10-12 in Alliston, Ontario. Four faculty members: Dr. Alison Schinkel-Ivy, Dr. Aaron Kociolek, Dr. Steve Hansen, and Dr. Dean Hay, two Master of Science in Kinesiology students: Taylor Matson and Erika Lee, and five undergraduate Bachelor of Physical and Health Education students: Kirk Schumacher, Gabby Racine, Sarah Sasson, Taylor Feick-Bardawill, and Cory Tremblay made the trip for the three-day conference.

Matson, Schumacher, Racine, Feick-Bardawill, and Tremblay each presented posters at the conference, highlighting their current research projects. For many of the Nipissing students, it was their first time at an academic conference.

"OBC was a great experience that allowed me to network and interact with others in the field of biomechanics. I was able to present my proposed research and get valuable feedback from faculty and students from other universities. Seeing other graduate students present their research findings was extremely valuable and provided an overview of current research in the field of biomechanics in Ontario," said Matson, who is studying the effects of ageing on postural stability.

The diversity of research conducted in the field of biomechanics was reflected in the presentation sessions, which included Methods and Modeling, Ergonomics and Design, and Balance and Posture.

Students play a central role in the conference as organizers, session chairs, and presenters.

With Nipissing University's MSc Kinesiology program experiencing growth, NU News readers can expect to see more NU students presenting their work at OBC.