Chelsea Haddy is a Ph.D. student in the Biomechanics track in the Department of Biomedical Engineering. Chelsea completed her bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with an emphasis in biomechanics at Queen’s University at Kingston. During her undergraduate degree, Chelsea’s projects included designing rehabilitation devices for clients with cerebral palsy and using Finite Element Analysis to derive mathematical relationships between shape, material, patient data, and the performance of a prosthetic keel. After her undergraduate degree, Chelsea worked in industry designing prosthetic sockets before starting her Ph.D. research. Her current research interests include exploring the use of robotics in foot-ankle prostheses to determine the effects of changing stiffnesses and positive energy return in gait biomechanics of individuals with a leg amputation. Chelsea’s passion in research comes from a desire to improve the quality of life and independence of individuals living with a physical disability through the design of rehabilitation technology. Outside of the lab, Chelsea enjoys waterskiing, playing volleyball, singing, and spending time outdoors and with family.
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