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“Pea-corn. Pop-nuts. Chewing gars. Ci-gum. Magazettes!” While my Dad (and my Grandfather before him) often belted out this line as if a food vendor at a ballpark, this column isn’t about the peanuts and popcorn vendors. Granted, on a recent visit to my neighborhood...
I am delighted to share the progress made by over 40 ASB members who have dedicated themselves to forming five subcommittees focused on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI). I extend my heartfelt thanks to Drs. Henry Wang, Alexa Johnson, Bill Johnson,...
It has been a busy year at the ASB Executive Board - we have created official policies for ASB Affiliate Groups and Non-Profit Partners, started negotiating on the 2026 Annual Meeting (more details to come), and created a Development Committee. Thanks in particular to...
Things to do in Madison and the Surrounding AreaBoating on the Lakes Multiple parks around Madison’s lakes offer rentals of canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, pedal boats, and more. Get some exercise and enjoy the slower pace of life on the water! "Wingra 05-19-2012 026"...
Greetings, members of ASB! Believe it or not, our 47th Annual Meeting is just around the corner from August 5th – 8th in Madison, WI! This year’s program has been assembled with help from an outstanding committee, including Robin Queen (Program Chair-Elect), Claire...
Namaste from your Communications Chair! Last year, ASB 2023 in Knoxville was a grand success for being the first stand-alone in-person ASB annual meeting since 2018! Check out the Conference Memories page! We are looking forward to an equally exciting ASB meeting in...
I’m excited to share the breadth of biomechanics research, which will be highlighted in the Awards Session at the upcoming annual meeting in Madison, WI. Thank you to the wonderful ASB Awards Committee for managing all of the ASB awards and grants over the past few...
This is my last newsletter contribution as ASB past president and 2022-2024 Executive Board member. Serving my favorite society has been a privilege and a very rewarding experience. In addition, working with a dedicated group of individuals who deeply care about our...
The 2023-2024 year has been an exciting year as we have continued to return to the new normal in teaching and education practices after the pandemic. ASB Repository The ASB Education Committee has been busy improving the ASB Repository. In the newest version of the...
It is a great start to 2024 for ASB. As with last year, membership continues to grow. Revenue from membership directly benefits the society members. In 2023, we gave awards to members which totaled over the society's membership revenue. If you have not yet renewed...
Hello Members! Usually I’m all business in these columns, but I hope you’ll indulge me in my final entry as your ASB Secretary as I sprinkle my updates with my true cheeseball nature. We are heading to Wisconsin after all… Speaking of cheese curds – I mean Wisconsin –...
As I wrap up my time as the ASB Student Rep, I’d like to thank everyone who has made this such a great experience. Thank you to the other members of the Executive Board for always looking out for the students and making ASB such a student-friendly society. Thank you...
What a great year for the American Society of Biomechanics. Our Society is growing, attendance at Annual Meetings has been strong, and we continue to think of new ways to bring value to our members. The Executive Board has been busy approving awards, planning meeting...