Dr. Francisco Valero Cuevas

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Biography

Francisco Valero-Cuevas is a Professor at the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Southern California. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from Swarthmore College, a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Queen's University, and a Doctoral degree from Stanford University. His early experience includes a fellowship in the Indian subcontinent and research on non-invasive methods to estimate the kinematic integrity of the wrist joint. Valero-Cuevas has significantly contributed to biomechanical modeling and neural motor control, guiding optimal coordination patterns for finger musculature. His professional journey includes positions at Stanford University, Cornell University, and the USC. He has been recognized with several awards, including the Hispanic Engineer National Achievement Award and the Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship, among others. His research interests encompass Biomedical Engineering, Biokinesiology & Physical Therapy, Neuromuscular systems, Robotics, and more, contributing to advancements in human robotic manipulation and biomechanics.

Research Interests

Awards

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Outstanding Technical Achievement

2013-01-01
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Undergraduate Mentoring

2011-01-01
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Best Poster Award in Category of Neural Control & Motor Behavior

2010-01-01
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Program Chair

2007-01-01
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Humboldt Research Fellowship

2006-01-01
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Journal Biomechanics Award

2006-01-01
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Wenner-Gren Fellowship

2006-01-01
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ICAR Boeing Company Paper Award

2005-01-01
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Place Award

2005-01-01
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ISB Young Investigator Award Poster Presentation

2005-01-01
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CAREER Award

2003-01-01
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Post-Doctoral Young Scientist Award

2003-01-01
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Finalist, Post-Doctoral Young Scientist Award

2002-01-01
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Finalist, ISB Young Investigator Award

1999-01-01
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Innovation Prize State Tirol

1999-01-01
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Best Poster Post-Doctoral Award

1998-01-01
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Finalist, ASB Pre-Doctoral Young Scientist Award

1996-01-01
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Queen's-CIDA Scholar

1991-01-01
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Fellow

1989-01-01
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Outstanding Undergraduate Research Paper Award

1987-01-01
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Scholarship Recipient

1987-01-01
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Independent Research Award

1986-01-01
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Undergraduate Engineering Scholarship

1984-01-01

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • GRE General scores
  • TOEFL scores (International)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
Specialization Notes

Requires general GRE for all graduate degrees.