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Dr. Lisa MacFadden is a globally recognized expert in Biomedical Engineering, with 20 years of experience specializing in musculoskeletal and orthopedic biomechanics. She has led research and development in areas such as athletic performance, musculoskeletal injury, biosensors, and biomechanical data science, applying advanced technologies like 3D printing, mixed reality, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
Dr. MacFadden has contributed to the development of numerous hardware and software products, as well as clinical and sports performance testing services. Her work has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at conferences worldwide.
She earned her B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Rochester, and her M.S. and Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the University of Utah. Dr. MacFadden currently serves as the Director of Biomechanics at the University of South Dakota and holds faculty positions in Biomedical Engineering and the Sanford School of Medicine. Previously, she led engineering programs at Sanford Orthopedic Research, the Sanford Sports Science Institute, and L-3 Communications, focusing on biomechanics for the US military.
Dr. MacFadden’s expertise and leadership have positioned her at the forefront of innovation in biomechanics, driving advancements that bridge technology and human performance.