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Before becoming a professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary in 2016, Arthur Kuo was a professor at the University of Michigan for 22 years, where he directed the Human Biomechanics and Control Lab in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. He is actively involved in various international biomedical robotics initiatives and is the founder of the interdisciplinary international conference Dynamic Walking, which brings together experts in legged locomotion and manipulation behavior. As the head of the Kuo Research Group within the Human Performance Lab, Kuo's research interests lie in biomechanics, neuromotor control, robotics, biomedical engineering, joint mechanics, and prosthetics. His team primarily focuses on understanding human locomotion and aims to improve mobility for the elderly and individuals with disabilities, including those recovering from strokes. For instance, his research includes the development of smart prosthetics that enable lower limb amputees to navigate uneven terrains more effectively and create wearable sensors to assess balance in older adults, thereby enhancing walking efficiency and motor coordination.
Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.