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Robin Marie Queen | |
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Education | Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Bachelor of Science in Applied Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill |
Known for | research in foot and ankle biomechanics, sports biomechanics, and footwear biomechanics |
Awards | Jean Landa Pytel Award for Diversity Mentorship in Biomechanics, American Society of Biomechanics (2023)
Adele Boskey Award, Orthopaedic Research Society (2020) Kappa Delta Young Investigator Award (2017) |
Honours | Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (FAIMBE, 2022), the American Society of Biomechanics (FASB, 2021), the American College of Sports Medicine (FACSM, 2014), and the International Orthopaedic Research (FIOR, 2019) Honorary Doctor of Science from Union College, Schenectady, NY (2022) |
Website | https://beam.vt.edu/people/faculty/queen.html https://www.granatalab.beam.vt.edu/ |
Robin Marie Queen, PhD, FACSM, FIOR, FASB, FAIMBE, is a distinguished expert in biomechanics, particularly in foot and ankle biomechanics, sports biomechanics, and footwear biomechanics. She currently holds the position of Professor with Tenure in Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics at Virginia Tech. Additionally, she serves as the L. Preston Wade Professor of Engineering and holds affiliate professorships in Mechanical Engineering, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, and Health Sciences[1]. Her research focuses on load and movement symmetry, clinical and field-based assessments, post-operative functional return, and rehabilitation engineering, aiming to improve patient outcomes through therapeutic interventions.
Education
[edit]Queen completed her Bachelor of Science in Applied Science with a minor in Physics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2000. She continued her studies at the same institution, earning a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering in 2001 and a Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering in 2004.
Academic Career
[edit]Queen began her academic career as a graduate teaching assistant and project coordinator at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She then joined Duke University Medical Center, where she was the Director of the Michael W. Krzyzewski Human Performance Lab and Medical Instructor in the Departments of Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery.
In 2015, Queen joined Virginia Tech as an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, later becoming a full Professor. She has also held the position of Kevin P. Granata Faculty Fellow and currently directs the Kevin P. Granata Biomechanics Laboratory[2]. Additionally, she is an Affiliate Professor at the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine and Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine.
Consulting and Advisory Roles
[edit]Queen has served on numerous advisory boards and committees, including the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board at Quest Diagnostics and the Expert Advisory Committee for the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Professional Development and Leadership
[edit]Throughout her career, Queen has participated in various professional development programs, including the Executive Leadership in Academic Technology, Engineering, and Science (ELATES) Fellowship and the Duke Science & Society SciComm Fellows Program. She has also been active in academic administration, serving as a Faculty Fellow in the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation at Virginia Tech and as Vice President of the Virginia Tech Faculty Senate.
Honors and Awards
[edit]Queen has been recognized with numerous honors and awards. She is a Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (FAIMBE, 2022)[3], the American Society of Biomechanics (FASB, 2021)[4], the American College of Sports Medicine (FACSM, 2014), and the International Orthopaedic Research (FIOR, 2019). Her accolades include the Jean Landa Pytel Award for Diversity Mentorship in Biomechanics from the American Society of Biomechanics (2023), an Honorary Doctor of Science from Union College, Schenectady, NY (2022), the Adele Boskey Award from the Orthopaedic Research Society (2020), and the AAOS Kappa Delta Young Investigator Award (2017).
Professional Service and Editorial Roles
[edit]Queen is an active member of several professional societies, such as the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES), the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS), and the Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS). She has held leadership positions in these organizations, including chairing various committees and serving on editorial boards for journals like the Journal of Orthopaedic Research and Foot and Ankle International.
Research Contributions
[edit]Queen has made significant contributions to the field of biomechanics, focusing on how biomechanical principles can improve athletic performance and rehabilitation outcomes. She has extensively studied the biomechanics of feet during different tasks for sports[5][6] and clinical[7] applications, the effects of footwear on athletic performance[8] and injury prevention[9], biomechanics of load[10] and movement symmetry[11], and the development of new assessment tools for clinical and field settings[12][13][14].
Leadership and Service
[edit]Queen has chaired several committees, including the Orthopaedic Research Society’s Women’s Leadership Forum Committee (2015-2017) and the American Society of Biomechanics’ Diversity Committee (2017-2020). Additionally, she has served on the Executive Boards of both the Orthopaedic Research Society and the American Society of Biomechanics, contributing significantly to the advancement and diversity of the field.
Impact and Legacy
[edit]Queen's contributions to biomechanics have advanced scientific understanding and had a practical impact on clinical practices and athletic training programs. Her work continues to influence the development of new technologies and methodologies that improve the quality of life for individuals recovering from injuries and enhance performance in sports. Queen remains a leading figure in biomechanics, with her research and leadership inspiring future generations of scientists and engineers.
References
[edit]- ^ "Weight or energy: Undergraduate student's research finds ACL recovery results and implications for returning to sport". EurekAlert!. Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ^ "Kevin P. Granata Biomechanics Lab". Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ^ "Robin Queen elected fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering". news.vt.edu. Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ^ "Robin Queen elected fellow of the American Society of Biomechanics". news.vt.edu. Retrieved 2024-08-19.
- ^ Queen, Robin M.; Haynes, Benjamin B.; Hardaker, W. Mack; Garrett, William E. (April 2007). "Forefoot Loading during 3 Athletic Tasks". The American Journal of Sports Medicine. 35 (4): 630–636. doi:10.1177/0363546506295938. ISSN 0363-5465.
- ^ Queen, Robin M.; Mall, Nathan A.; Nunley, James A.; Chuckpaiwong, Bavornrit (2009-06-01). "Differences in plantar loading between flat and normal feet during different athletic tasks". Gait & Posture. 29 (4): 582–586. doi:10.1016/j.gaitpost.2008.12.010. ISSN 0966-6362.
- ^ Chuckpaiwong, Bavornrit; Nunley, James A.; Mall, Nathan A.; Queen, Robin M. (2008-10-01). "The effect of foot type on in-shoe plantar pressure during walking and running". Gait & Posture. 28 (3): 405–411. doi:10.1016/j.gaitpost.2008.01.012. ISSN 0966-6362.
- ^ Luftglass, Adam R.; Feeney, Daniel F.; Queen, Robin M. (2023-09-02). "The effect of upper panel stiffness on biomechanical performance in athletic footwear". Footwear Science. 15 (3): 193–202. doi:10.1080/19424280.2023.2184874. ISSN 1942-4280.
- ^ Queen, Robin M.; Abbey, Alicia N.; Wiegerinck, Johannes I.; Yoder, Jordan C.; Nunley, James A. (2010-01-01). "Effect of shoe type on plantar pressure: A gender comparison". Gait & Posture. 31 (1): 18–22. doi:10.1016/j.gaitpost.2009.08.235. ISSN 0966-6362.
- ^ Queen, Robin M.; Verma, Ravi; Abbey, Alicia N.; Nunley, James A.; Butler, Robert J. (2014-02-01). "Plantar loading during jumping while wearing a rigid carbon graphite footplate". Gait & Posture. 39 (2): 707–711. doi:10.1016/j.gaitpost.2013.10.002. ISSN 0966-6362.
- ^ Luftglass, Adam R.; Feeney, Daniel F.; Queen, Robin M. (2023-09-02). "The effect of upper panel stiffness on biomechanical performance in athletic footwear". Footwear Science. 15 (3): 193–202. doi:10.1080/19424280.2023.2184874. ISSN 1942-4280.
- ^ Queen, Robin M.; Gross, Michael T.; Liu, Hsin-Yi (2006-04-01). "Repeatability of lower extremity kinetics and kinematics for standardized and self-selected running speeds". Gait & Posture. 23 (3): 282–287. doi:10.1016/j.gaitpost.2005.03.007. ISSN 0966-6362.
- ^ Lee, Elaine C.; Fragala, Maren S.; Kavouras, Stavros A.; Queen, Robin M.; Pryor, John Luke; Casa, Douglas J. (October 2017). "Biomarkers in Sports and Exercise: Tracking Health, Performance, and Recovery in Athletes". Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 31 (10): 2920–2937. doi:10.1519/JSC.0000000000002122. ISSN 1064-8011. PMC 5640004. PMID 28737585.
- ^ "Biomedical engineering researchers to study knee re-injury risk using wearable sensors". news.vt.edu. Retrieved 2024-08-19.