Dr. Scott Delp

Professor

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Biography

Scott L. Delp is a professor in the Department of Bioengineering and Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University, where he is the Director of the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance. He specializes in biomechanics and human movement science, leading various research initiatives aimed at optimizing human performance and catalyzing innovations in health. As the founding chairman of the Bioengineering Department, Delp has significantly influenced the field through his development of software tools such as OpenSim, which facilitates collaboration amongst researchers studying human movement. With over 325 published articles, he has authored a textbook on biomechanics and has co-founded multiple health technology companies. His leadership extends to prominent NIH initiatives related to rehabilitation research and mobile health. Delp's numerous accolades include being elected a member of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering and receiving the Muybridge Award from the International Society of Biomechanics. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University and has held faculty positions at prestigious institutions, fostering a strong emphasis on translating research into practice.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2021-01-01 — Present

Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance • Stanford, California

Leading a university-wide initiative focused on optimizing human performance through research.

Director

2020-01-01 — Present

Restore Center • Stanford, California

Directing the NIH national center dedicated to real-world rehabilitation outcomes.

Director

2014-01-01 — Present

Mobilize Center for Big Data in Mobile Health • Stanford, California

Overseeing a center focusing on big data applications in mobile health.

Chairman

2002-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Bioengineering Department • Stanford, California

Managed academic department and guided research and teaching initiatives.

Awards

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Test Time Award

2023-01-01
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Muybridge Award

2021-01-01
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Goel Award

2019-01-01
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Member

2016-01-01

Courses

BIOE 281 BIOE 190 BIOE 191 BMDS 295 BIOE 392 BMDS 299 NEPR 299 BIOE 391 CME 291 BMDS 370 BIOE 191X ENGR 199W

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.