Research Through our research, we seek to better understand the mechanics, energetics, and control of bipedal locomotion (e.g., walking, running, pedaling). A primary focus is the in vivo function of skeletal muscle during locomotion. In much of our work, we use a combined experimental / modeling approach. Thus, we have invested considerable time in developing and evaluating computational models of the musculoskeletal system. We do research primarily in three overlapping areas: muscle function in locomotion, the evolution of bipedalism, and gait pathology in conditions such as cerebral palsy. Read about our recent and current projects, as well as the tools we use in our research, by clicking on the appropriate links to your left. © 2012 LRG | Department of Kinesiology | University of Massachusetts Amherst Locomotion Research Group Department of Kinesiology University of Massachusetts 30 Eastman Lane Amherst, MA 01003-9258 Phone: 413-545-1436 Fax: 413-545-2906