Elizabeth Hsiao-Wecksler, Ph.D.

Elizabeth Hsiao-Wecksler is a Grayce Wicall Gauthier Professor in the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering (MechSE).  She served as Associate Head for Undergraduate Programs for four years and holds multiple affiliations with ISE, BIOE, Neuroscience, Beckman Institute, CI MED, Center for Autonomy, and ZJUI. In addition, she directs the Human Dynamics and Controls Lab (HDCL) in the MechSE department where they apply principles from soft and hard robotics, wearables, musculoskeletal biomechanics, and movement analysis. The goal of this lab is to investigate and improve the quality of life of individuals with disabilities through the development of user-centered assistive technologies and healthcare education simulation trainers. She is currently the president of the American Society of Biomechanics. Dr. Hsiao-Wecksler's work closely aligns with the HCESC and she has been an active faculty member of this prestigious center, including being a member of the HCESC steering committee.