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Loren Chiu is an Associate Professor at the University of Alberta in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation. He holds a PhD in Biokinesiology from the University of Southern California, obtained in 2008, a Master's degree in Human Movement Sciences Education from the University of Memphis in 2002, and a Bachelor's degree from the University of British Columbia in 2000. His academic training includes muscle physiology and anatomy biomechanics. Chiu is a Certified Strength Conditioning Specialist recognized by the National Strength Conditioning Association and a Level 1 Weightlifting Coach accredited by the Canadian Weightlifting Federation. His research focuses on understanding the musculoskeletal system and its impacts on multi-joint human movement performance. Specifically, he explores how the structure of bones and joints influences physical function, the role of key muscles in strength and performance, and the development of novel techniques and equipment for evaluating human movement and muscle function. Chiu teaches various courses related to biomechanics and anatomy, including Biomechanics and Human Gross Anatomy, which blend theoretical learning with practical applications.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management