Dr. Ahmed's research uses a neuroeconomic approach to reverse engineer how the brain controls movement. Specifically, she seeks to understand the costs and rewards underlying movement choices in health and disease. Experiments use a combination of approaches involving virtual reality, robotic interfaces, kinetic and kinematic analyses. Coupled with computational models, these investigations will provide greater insight into the interplay between the biomechanical and sensorimotor processes underlying human movement control, learning, and decision-making.
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decision making, movement, neuroeconomics, biomechanics, neuromechanics, computational motor control
GEEN 1400 - Engineering Projects
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Fall 2018
First-year students solve real engineering design problems in interdisciplinary teams. Design projects vary by section. Curriculum focuses on iterative design process, teamwork and team dynamics, supporting design with testing and analysis, and technical writing. Completed projects are exhibited at an end-of-semester design expo. Students responsible for contributing towards their design project budget and poster costs, and purchasing safety glasses (approximately $75).
IPHY 4540 - Biomechanics
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Spring 2018 / Spring 2019
Applies the principles of physics and physiology to the analysis of human movement. Quantitative analysis of forces, torque, mechanical energy, power impulses and momentum associated with human movement. Mechanical properties of muscles, tendons, ligaments and bones. Recommended prerequisites: (MATH 1300 or MATH 1310 or APPM 1350) and IPHY 3415.
IPHY 4870 - Honors Thesis
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Spring 2018 / Spring 2019 / Spring 2020
Department enforced prerequisites: IPHY 2800 and IPHY 3700.
IPHY 4930 - Internship
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Spring 2018 / Summer 2018 / Spring 2019 / Summer 2019
Provides an opportunity for field/laboratory work in a variety of different settings. Consult with faculty for approval. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Department enforced prerequisite: completion of at least two of the major core classes.
IPHY 6840 - Research Project
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Spring 2018 / Summer 2018 / Fall 2018 / Spring 2019 / Summer 2019 / Fall 2019 / Spring 2020
Involves a scholarly investigation of a selected topic using literature and/or experimental techniques. Advisor required. May be repeated up to 3 total credit hours.
IPHY 6950 - Master's Thesis
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Fall 2019 / Spring 2020
Must have 4 credit hours and may be repeated up to 6 total credits.
MCEN 2043 - Dynamics
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Fall 2019
Covers dynamic behavior of particle systems and rigid bodies; 2-D and 3-D kinematics and kinetics; impulse, momentum, potential, and kinetic energy; and work, collision, and vibration.
