Harish Chander

Harish Chander

Technologies

Associate Professor, Co-Director of Neuromechanics Laboratory 
Department of Biomechanics & Neuromotor Control 

 

Overview

Dr Chandler's research centers on the application of Principles of Biomechanics, Neuromechanics and Ergonomics to human performance and injury prevention. His research efforts are focused in areas of human factors in ergonomics, athletics, clinical and daily living populations, with special emphasis in postural stability, gait, slips, trips, falls and fall prevention in the workplace attempting to minimize injuries while promoting safety and enhancing efficient human performance. 

Fields of Research

  • Human Factors and Ergonomics
  • Neuromechanics of Postural control and locomotion 
  • Biomechanics of slips, trips and falls
  • fall prevention 
  • safety promotion and injury prevention 

Areas of Teaching

  • Human factors and ergonomics
  • Neuromechanics of Postural control and locomotion
  • Biomechanics of slips, trips and falls
  • Fall prevention
  • Safety promotion and injury prevention 

 

Education

  • University of Mississippi - Ph.D., 2014; Biomechanics & Neuromechanics
  • University of Mississippi - M.S., 2012; Exercise Science & Kinesiology
  • The TN Dr. MGR Medical University - B.P.T., 2008; Physical Therapy

Publications

  • Booker, R., Chander H., Norris, K.C., Thorpe Jr, R.J, Vickers, B., Holmes, M.E. (2022). Comparison of Leisure Time Physical Activities by Metabolic Syndrome Status among Adolescents. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(3), 1415. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19031415
  • McDevitt, S., Hernandez, H., Hicks, J., Lowell, R., Bentahaikt, H., Burch, R., Ball., J., Chander, H., Freeman, C., Taylor, C. & Anderson, B. (2022). Wearables for Biomechanical Performance Optimization and Risk Assessment in Industrial and Sports Applications. Bioengineering, 9(1), 33. https://doi.org/10.3390/bioengineering9010033
  • Carroll, W., Fuller, S., Lawrence, J. M., Osborn, S., Stallcu, R., Burch, R., Freeman, C., Chander, H., ... & Piroli, A. (2021). Stroboscopic Visual Training for Coaching Practitioners: A Comprehensive Literature Review. International Journal of Kinesiology and Sports Science, 9(4), 49-59. http://dx.doi.org/10.7575/aiac.ijkss.v.9n.4p.49
  • Chander H, Kodithuwakku Arachchige SNK, Turner AJ, Burch RFV, Reneker JC, Knight AC, Wade C & Garner JC. Sensory Organization Test Conditions Influence Postural Strategy Rather than Footwear or Workload. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2021, 18(19), 10511; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph181910511.
  • † Kodithuwakku Arachchige SNK, Chander H, Knight AC, Burch RFV, and Chen C. Dual Tasking During Trip Recovery and Obstacle Clearance among Young, Healthy Adults in Human Factors Research. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2021, 18(19), 10144; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph181910144.
  • Chander H, Kodithuwakku Arachchige SNK, Turner AJ, Burch RFB, Knight AC, Wade C & Garner JC. (2021). Role of occupational footwear and workload on lower extremity muscle activation during maximal exertions and postural stability tasks. (2020). Biomechanics, 1(2), 202-213; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics1020017
  • † Kodithuwakku Arachchige SNK, Burch RFV, Chander H, Turner AJ, and Knight AC. (2021). The Use of Wearable Devices in Cognitive Fatigue: Current Trends and Future Intentions. Theoretical Issues in Ergonomics Science. https://doi.org/10.1080/1463922X.2021.1965670
  • Saucier, D.N.; Davarzani, S.; Burch V, R.F.; Chander, H.; Strawderman, L.; Freeman, C.; Ogden, L.; Petway, A.; Duvall, A.; Crane, C.; Piroli, A. (2021). External Load and Muscle Activation Monitoring of NCAA Division I Basketball Team Using Smart Compression Shorts. Sensors, 21, 5348. https://doi.org/10.3390/s21165348
  • Carroll, W., Turner, A.J., Talegaonkar, P., Parker, E., Middleton, C., Peranich, P., Saucier, D.N., Burch, R.F.B.V., Ball, J.E., Smith, B.K., Chander, H., Knight, A.C., & Freeman, C.E. (2021) "Closing the Wearable Gap: Part IX — Validation of an Improved Ankle Motion Capture Wearable," in IEEE Access, https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/9508398  
  • † Turner, A.J., Carroll, W., Kodithuwakku Arachchige, S.N.K., Saucier, D., Burch, R.F., Ball, J.E., Smith, B.K., Freeman, C., Knight, A.C. & Chander, H. (2021). Closing the Wearable Gap: A Validation Study for a Smart Knee Brace to Capture Knee Joint Kinematics. Biomechanics, 1(1), 152-162; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomechanics1010012
  • Stewart, E., Stewart, M., Arachchige, S. N. K., Turner, A., Knight, A., Johnson, J., ... & Chander, H. (2021). Validation of a Bat Handle Sensor for Measuring Bat Velocity, Attack Angle, and Vertical Angle. International Journal of Kinesiology and Sports Science, 9(2), 28-32. http://dx.doi.org/10.7575/aiac.ijkss.v.9n.2p.28.
  • Simpson J., Koldenhoven R., Wilson S., Stewart E., Turner A., Chander H., & Knight A. (2021). Lower extremity joint kinematics of a simulated lateral ankle sprain after drop landings in subjects with chronic ankle instability. Sports Biomechanics Special Issue on Ankle Sprains and Instability. https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2021.1908414.
  • Smith E, Burch RFB, Smith B, Strawderman L & Chander H. (2021). A Comfort Analysis of Using Smart Glasses During the "Picking" and "Putting" Task. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics. 83, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ergon.2021.103133.  
  • Chander H, Garner JC, Wade C, Wilson SJ, Turner AJ, Kodithuwakku Arachchige SNK, Hill CM, DeBusk H, Simpson JD, Miller BL, Morris CE & Knight AC. (2021). An Analysis of Postural Control Strategies in Various Types of Footwear with Varying Workloads. Footwear Science. https://doi.org/10.1080/19424280.2021.1899297.
  • † Kodithuwakku Arachchige SNK, Chander H, Turner AJ, Knight AC. (2021). Impact of Prolonged Exposure to a Slippery Surface on Postural Stability. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(5), 2214; https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18052214
  • Bailey C., Cagle G., Grozier C., Lehtola K., Weaver J., Wilson S., Chander H., Rendos N., & Simpson J. (2021). Gathering your ‘sea legs’: Extended durations in an offshore environment increases postural sway. Gait & Posture, 86, 45-50. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2021.02.014  
  • Chander H, Garner JC, Wade C & Knight AC. (2021). Lower Extremity Muscle Activation in Alternative Footwear during Slip Events. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(4), 1533, https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18041533