IRENE DAVIS, PHD, PT, FACSM, FAPTA, FASB

Director, Spaulding National Running Center

Professor, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School

isdavis@mgh.harvard.edu

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ADAM TENFORDE, MD

Director of Running Medicine, Spaulding National Running Center

Assistant Professor, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School

atenforde@partners.org

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STEVE T JAMISON, PHD

Biomechanics Research Engineer, Spaulding National Running Center

Research Fellow, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard University

stevetjamison@gmail.com

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Degrees
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Ohio State University, 2008
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering, Ohio State University, 2011
PhD, Mechanical Engineering, Ohio State University, 2012

Clinical Interests & Background
Steve is interested in utilizing small, wireless sensors to monitor and provide feedback on human motion – both for sports medicine and community rehabilitation. He is developing the algorithms, mobile applications, and real-life applications of mobile monitoring devices for reducing lower extremity injury risk in runners and individuals with amputations.

Outside the Lab
Steve enjoys most things athletic – running, cycling, playing soccer, hiking, strength training.  Most days you can find him commuting by bike and working out or running outdoors with his fiancé, November Project, and/or his dog. He also loves to travel. Originally from Ohio, Steve is a Buckeye through-and-through.

"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." – Neale Donald Walsch

MATT RUDER

Lab Engineer

matthew.ruder@gmail.com

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Degrees:

Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering, Saint Louis University, 2011
Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering, Emphasis on Biomechanics, University of California, Davis, 2013

Clinical Interests & Background

Matthew is interested in learning more about human movement and running biomechanics with respect to the effects that different footwear have on them. He is currently researching the differences in biomechanics between maximally cushioned shoes and traditional neutral shoes.

Outside the Lab

Matthew loves to be outdoors as much as possible and is an avid runner on both the trails and on the roads. He also enjoys traveling, ideally hiking and camping along the way.

"Strive for perfection in everything you do… Accept nothing as nearly right or good enough." – Sir Frederick Henry Royce

ERIN FUNTRELL, PT, OCS

Doctoral Research Fellow

efutrell@mghihp.edu

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Degrees:

Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science, Georgia State University, 2003
Master of Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy, Georgia State University, 2007

Clinical Interests & Background

Erin is interested in biomechanical factors that contribute to injury, and injury-prevention strategies that can be applied in a physical therapy setting. She is studying gait retraining interventions to reduce impacts associated with running. 

Outside the Lab

Erin enjoys spending time with her family and participating in athletic adventures.  She enjoys running, cycling, climbing, paddling, hiking, snowboarding, golfing, and swimming.  She is a fan of triathlons, obstacle course races, relay races, staying fit by playing, and is open to any type of unconventional athletic activity.  She is an all-weather bike commuter.

"If you can’t explain it to a six year old, you don’t understand it yourself." – Albert Einstein

WEIJIE FU, PHD

Visiting Scientist (China) / Post-doctoral Research Fellow

fuweijie315@gmail.com

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Degrees:

Master of Science, Sport Rehabilitation & Biomechanics, Shanghai University of Sport, 2007
PhD, Kinesiology (Biomechanics), Shanghai University of Sport, 2011

Clinical Interests & Background

Weijie is interested in biomechanics and rehabilitation of sports injuries, musculoskeletal functions of the foot and ankle, and human performance (e.g., running, jumping, and landing) mechanisms. He has published more than 50 referred articles both in English and Chinese. He serves as a member of ACSM, ISB, ISBS, WACBE, etc. He is currently a member of the editorial board for Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Journal. He has also served as a reviewer for nearly ten peer-reviewed journals including the Gait & Posture, International Journal of Sports Medicine, Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, Journal of Sport and Health Science.

Outside the Lab

Weijie enjoys being engrossed in music as he runs. He loves physical fitness and a healthy body. He is fond of traveling light, as the Chinese saying goes: “walk ten thousand miles, read ten thousand books.” Also, he likes playing soccer, swimming, and reading.

"Only through tranquility will one obtain a deep and wide perspective on all matters." – Liang Zhuge (181-234)

DIEGO ROGER, PhD

Visiting Scientist (Brazil)

diegorogerhf@gmail.com

Degrees:

Bachelor of Science, Physical Education, Lutheran University of Brazil, 2006
Postgraduate, Adapted Physical Activity, Gama Filho University, 2008
Postgraduate, Physiology of Exercise, Estacio University, 2013
Master of Science, Rheumatology, The Federal University of Sao Paulo, 2014

Clinical Interests & Background

Diego is interested in physical training, rehabilitation, and prevention for patients or individuals overall in order to reduce lower extremities injuries risk.

Outside the Lab

Diego enjoys everything related to physical activity. Most days you can find him headed to the gym alongside personal trainers and family. He loves to travel with his family. Originally from South of Brazil, a place called Rio Grande do Sul, Diego loves to make barbecue and enjoy a local beverage called chimarrao. 

"Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather persistence despite fear." – Unknown