Dr. Peter Johnson

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Biography

Peter W. Johnson is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington, where he specializes in the Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences. With a PhD in Bioengineering from the University of California, Berkeley, Dr. Johnson has led extensive ergonomics-related research focusing on whole body vibration and its impacts on health and safety. He has conducted significant work abroad in collaboration with researchers from the National Institutes of Occupational Health in the United States and Scandinavia. His lab is renowned for evaluating seating alternatives aimed at reducing exposures to whole body vibration, particularly in industries such as mining and transportation. Dr. Johnson has served as a head delegate for the American National Standards Institute’s Whole Body Vibration Committee and he is involved with the International Standards Organization (ISO) for the development of standards related to whole body vibration. He has also worked with major technology companies to design ergonomic office furniture and improve the health impacts of computer devices. His commitment to mentorship is evident as he has guided numerous graduate students in various research projects during his tenure.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

2000-09-01 — 2023-01-01

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

Conducted research on environmental and occupational health sciences, focusing on ergonomics and whole body vibration.

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.