College of Public Health and Human Sciences

Associate Professor, Director of Biomechanics Lab

College Of Public Health and Human Sciences
202 Women's Building
Corvallis, OR 97331-8577

E-mail Mike Pavol

Office phone: 541-737-5928
Fax: 541-737-6613

School, Department, or Affiliation

• School of Biological and Population Health Sciences
• Center for Healthy Aging Research
• Biomechanics Laboratory
• Gerontology Program
• National Center for Accessible Transportation
• Exercise and Sport Science

Research Interests

Clinical and ergonomic application of biomechanics, with current efforts in three areas. Research into preventing falls by older adults aims at improving their ability to recover from a balance loss. Research in accessible public transportation focuses on the transfers of persons with disabilities between a wheelchair and an aircraft seat or toilet. Research into landing mechanics aims at reducing knee injuries and promoting strong bones throughout the lifespan.

Long Vita

Related Links

• Biomechanics Laboratory
• Neuromechanics Program
• Center for Healthy Aging Research
• Gerontology Program
• National Center for Accessible Transportation
• School of Biological and Population Health Sciences

Personal Interests

Running, soccer, mountain biking, music

In the News

• National Science Foundation grant supports research in aging sciences
• A new look at growing old

Publications

• Journal Articles
• Research Grants and Contracts