Education:

• PhD, Biomedical Engineering, Northwestern University, 2022
• M.Eng, Biomedical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 2014
• B.S., Biomedical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 2013

Research:

Kristen is eFellows Postdoctoral Fellow (administered by the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) with funding provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF)). Co-advised by Dr. Lena Ting and Dr. Gregory Sawicki, her research uses physiological inspiration to develop a generalizable framework for exoskeleton control that enhances balance during standing and walking. She aims to improve balance and reduce the risk of falling in high-risk individuals, including older adults, those with musculoskeletal injuries, or stroke survivors.

Publications:

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