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John Challis
John H. Challis, Ph.D.
Professor of Kinesiology
Summary Statement

John H. Challis' research focuses on biomechanics,  and the coordination and function of the musculo-skeletal system.

Department
  • Kinesiology - KINES
  • Graduate Faculty
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Education
  • Ph.D., 1991, Biomechanics, Loughborough University of Technology, UK
  • B.Sc. (Hon)., 1984, Biomechanics, Loughborough University of Technology, UK
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Phone
Office Address
29K Recreation Building
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 16802
Fax
814-863-4755
Specializations
  • Measurement and simulation modeling of the human musculo-skeletal system
  • Examination of human segmental inertial properties
  • Development of improved biomechanical measurement protocols
Grants and Research Projects

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.