Joel Lanovaz
Rank/Position:
Assistant Professor
Qualifications:
B.Sc. (Mechanical Engineering), University of Saskatchewan, 1990
M.Sc. (Mechanical Engineering), University of Saskatchewan, 1997
Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering), Queen’s University, 2006
Professional Practice:
Canadian Society for Biomechanics
Reviewer for: Journal of Biomechanics, American Journal of Veterinary Research, New Zeeland Veterinary Journal
Previous Postings:
2002-2006, Research Assistant, Dept. of Mechanical and Material Engineering, Queen’s University
1997-2002, Research Engineer, McPhail Equine Performance Center, Michigan State University
1996-1997, Research Assistant, Dept. of Veterinary Anatomy, University of Saskatchewan
Research Interests:
The overall goal of my research is to increase understanding of musculoskeletal mechanics during dynamic activities through the development and application of state-of-the-art biomechanical analysis techniques. In my research, I utilize a combination of experimental studies and computational modelling.
Current projects include modelling of orthopaedic implants, characterizing equine locomotion, and investigating the effects of body type on musculoskeletal biomechanics.
Recent Selected Publications and Abstracts:
Lanovaz, J.L., Edgecombe, T.L., Elliott, C.I., Bryant, J.T., Ellis, R.E. (2006) Correlation of basic kinematic contact conditions to in vitro TKR wear. Proceedings of the 14th Biennial Conference for the Canadian Society of Biomechanics, Waterloo, ON
Lanovaz, J.L., Edgecombe, T.L., Elliott, C.I., Bryant, J.T., Ellis, R.E. (2006) A dynamic FE model to generate input data for a TKR wear tester. Proceedings of the 52nd Annual Meeting of the Orthopaedic Research Society, Chicago, IL
Lanovaz, J.L., Ellis, R.E. (2005) Experimental validation of a 3D dynamic finite-element model of a total knee replacement. In: Eds: Duncan, J.S. and Gerig G., Medical Image Computing and Computer-Assisted Intervention 2005, 8th International Conference, Palm Springs, CA, Proceedings, Part I, Springer Lecture Notes in Computer Science 3749, pp 917-924
Khumsap, S., Lanovaz, J.L., Clayton, H.M., (2004) Three-dimensional kinematic analysis of horses with induced tarsal synovitis. Equine Veterinary Journal 36, 659-663
Lanovaz, J.L., Khumsap, S., Clayton, H.M., (2004) Quantification of three-dimensional skin displacement artefacts on the equine tibia and third metatarsus. Equine and Comparative Exercise Physiology 1, 141-150
Lanovaz, J.L., Khumsap, S., Clayton, H.M., Stick, J.A., Brown, J., (2002) Three-dimensional kinematics of the tarsal joint at the trot. Equine Veterinary Journal Supplement 34, 308-313
Last updated September 11th, 2006
