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Laboratory Director
Assistant Professor, IMSE
Phone: 806-834-7908
Office: IMSE 216
Research Interests:
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Dynamics and Neural Control of the Musculoskeletal System
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Neuromuscular Fatigue Analysis and Modeling
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Human-Centered Smart Healthcare and Patient Safety
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Machine Learning Applications in Human-System Integration
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Driver Performance and Vehicle Safety Technologies
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Human Factors and Ergonomics in High-Risk Occupation
Education and Training:
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Assistant Research Scientist, Industrial Engineering, Texas A&M University, (2017 – 2019)
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Postdoctoral Researcher, Mechanical Engineering, University of Pittsburgh, (2016 – 2017)
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Ph.D., Industrial Engineering, West Virginia University, (2016)
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M.S., Industrial Engineering, West Virginia University, (2012)
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B.S., Industrial Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, (2006)
Students
Ph.D. Students
Syed Tanzim Mubarrat
Research Assistant, IMSE
E-mail:
Phone: 806-224-8543
Research Interests:
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Biomechanics
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Human-machine Interactions
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Deep Learning and Machine Learning in Biomedical Research
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Robotics, Prosthetic, Assistive, and Wearable Devices
Education:
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B.S., Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, (2017)
Hobbies:
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Sketching, Badminton, Cricket, Football, Robotics, Programming, Gaming

Mundhir Nasser Al Alawi
Ph.D. Student, Systems & Engineering Management
E-mail:
Research Interests:
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Reliability & Modelling Analysis in Engineering
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Aircraft Engineering Projects
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Lean Management
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Human-machine Interactions
Education:
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M.S., Engineering Management, California State University Northridge, (2016)
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B.S. (Hons.), Aircraft Maintenance Engineering, Glamorgan University, Cardiff, (2012)
Dr. Chowdhury is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at Texas Tech University. He works on human-machine interaction, immersive technologies, operator fatigue and stress in the workplace, and healthcare and rehabilitation engineering. His research focuses on understanding the integrative roles of biomechanics, motor control, and cognitive brain function in accelerating the effective merging of the human body and machines, especially in the emerging physical amplification and rehabilitation technologies. His special focus is on investigating the multifaceted effects of fatigue (both physical and mental) on neuromuscular dynamics and visual performances in a complex human-machine system. The goals of his research are to discover new scientific knowledge, techniques, and approaches and then instantiate them in product and work design processes to improve human ability and performance. He has co-authored peer-reviewed articles for reputed journals, including Human Factors, Journal of Biomechanics, Safety Science, Ergonomics, and Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology.
Biography
Part-time members

Antonio S. Fernandes
Ph.D. Student, IMSE
E-mail: antofern@ttu.edu
Phone: 339-499-7455
Research Interests:
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Human Factors and Engineering Psychology
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Product Design and Development
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User Experience Engineering
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Cognitive Ergonomics
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Biomechanics
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Quality Assurance
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Preventive Action and Product Safety
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Regulatory Standards Development
Education:
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MBA, Boston College
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M.S., Finance, Boston College
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B.S., Civil Engineering Technology, Wentworth Institute of Technology
Certifications:
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ASQ: CQE, CRE, CSQE, CQM/OE, CSSBB, CFSQA, CQA
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QPS: CMBB
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PMI: PMP
Hobbies:
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Reading and Research
Kieran Binkley
BS Student, IMSE, Rawl’s STEM MBA Pathway
E-mail:
Phone: 575-496-3131
Research Interests:
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Industrial safety ergonomics
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Quantum computing
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System design and optimization
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Blockchain and cryptocurrency
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Market analysis.

Undergraduate researchers
Hobbies:
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Personal fitness, sports in general, gaming, general craftsmanship, and snowboarding/skiing
Thomas Chen
BS Student, IMSE
E-mail:
Phone: 806-570-9567
Research Interests:
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Biomechanics
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Ergonomics
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Logistics and Operations
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Management Science

Hobbies:
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Reading, Exercising, Learning

MS Student, IMSE
E-mail:
Phone: 806-730-5829
Research Interests:
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Ergonomics
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Digital twin
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Advanced Manufacturing
Manoj Srinivasan
Education:
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BE, Automobile Engineering
Hobbies:
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Cooking, motorcycle touring, automotive websites & magazines

Karan Shah
MS Student, IMSE
E-mail:
Phone: 806-281-0880
Research Interests:
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Motion Capture System
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Driving Simulator
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Biodex System

Oluwatosin Opafunso
MS Student, IMSE
E-mail:
Phone: 806-300-2461
Research Interests:
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Virtual and Augmented Reality
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Biomechanics
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Human Performance Improvement in Workplace
