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Melissa Boswell
Director of Bioengineering at Joe Gibbs Human Performance Institute
Melissa Boswell is the Vice President of Science and Research at the Joe Gibbs Human Performance Institute, located in the San Francisco Bay Area. She has a strong background in bioengineering, having earned her PhD from Stanford University, where she also completed her postdoctoral work in the Neuromuscular Biomechanics Laboratory.
In her role, Boswell focuses on innovation in bioengineering, particularly in the areas of biomechanics, psychology, and computer science. Her research aims to enhance understanding of movement and motivation for physical activity, utilizing digital technology to improve healthcare access. She emphasizes a human-centered design approach in her work and is passionate about communicating science, which she shares through her podcast, "Biomechanics On Our Minds" .1
Before her current position, Boswell held various roles, including Director of Bioengineering at the same institute and strategic advisor for Specialized Bicycle Components. Her experience includes significant contributions to the development of digital tools for healthcare and motion tracking technologies .1
