Principal Investigator/Program Director (Last, first, middle): DURFEE, WILLIAM K.
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NAME
DURFEE, WILLIAM KEITH / POSITION TITLE
PROFESSOR
EDUCATION/TRAINING (Begin with baccalaureate or other initial professional education, such as nursing, and include postdoctoral training.)
INSTITUTION AND LOCATION / DEGREE
(if applicable) / YEAR(s) / FIELD OF STUDY
Harvard University / A.B. / 1976 / Engng & Appl. Physics
Massachusetts Institute of Technology / M.S. / 1978 / Mechanical Engng
Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Ph.D. / 1985 / Mechanical Engng
A. Positions and Honors.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1976 - 1978 Harvard-MIT Rehabilitation Engineering Center: Project Engineer
1978 - 1985 MIT (Mechanical Engineering): Research Assistant
1985 - 1990 MIT (Mechanical Engineering): Assistant Professor
1990 - 1991 MIT (Mechanical Engineering): Associate Professor
1991 - 1993 MIT (Mechanical Engineering): Brit and Alex d'Arbeloff Associate Professor of Engineering Design
1993 - 2001 University of Minnesota (Mechanical Engineering): Associate Professor
2001 - present University of Minnesota (Mechanical Engineering): Professor and Director of Design Education.
Additional appointments to the Graduate Faculty in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, The Carlson
School of Management, The Program in Human Factors and the Program in Aging.
HONORS
1979 NIGMS: Biomedical Engineering Fellowship
1979 - 1981 NIH: National Research Service Award
1982 - 1984 Whitaker Foundation: Doctoral Fellowship
1986 - 1988 MIT: W. M. Keck Foundation Chair in Biomedical Engineering
1990 MIT: Graduate Student Council Teaching Award
1991 - 1993 MIT: Brit and Alex d'Arbeloff Chair in Engineering Design
1993 MIT: J.P. Den Hartog Distinguished Educator Award
1993 MIT: Graduate Student Council Teaching Award
1996 ASME: Curriculum Innovation Award
2000 University of Minnesota: George W. Taylor Distinguished Teaching Award
2000 Minnesota State Council on Disability: Educator of the Year Award
2001 University of Minnesota Morse Award for Outstanding Contributions to Undergraduate Education
GOVERNMENT SERVICE
1997-present: Chair NIH Special Emphasis Panel (ZRG1-SSS-5) for SBIR/STTR proposals on rehabilitation products.
B. Selected peer-reviewed publications (in chronological order).
* Durfee, W., Task-based control with an electrically stimulated antagonist muscle pair, IEEE Trans. Biomed. Eng., BME-36(3):309-321, 1989.
* Durfee, W. and K. MacLean, Methods for estimating isometric recruitment curves of electrically stimulated muscle, IEEE Trans. Biomed. Eng., BME-36(7):654-667, 1989.
* Durfee, W. and J. Hausdorff, Regulating knee joint position by combining electrical stimulation with a controllable friction brake, Annals of Biomedical Engineering, 18:575-596, 1990.
* Hausdorff, J. and W. Durfee, Open-loop position control of the knee joint using electrical stimulation of the quadriceps and hamstrings, Med. Biol. Eng. & Comp., 29:269-280, 1991.
* Durfee, W., T. Mariano, and J. Zahradnik, Simulator for evaluating shoulder motion as a command source for FES grasp systems, Arch. Phys. Med. Rehab., 72(13):1088-94, 1991.
* Durfee, W., Muscle model identification in neural prosthesis systems. In Neural Prostheses: Replacing Motor Function After Disease or Disability, Eds. R. Stein and H. Peckham, Oxford University Press, 1992.
* Durfee, W., Introduction to the special issue on practical functional electrical stimulation, Assistive Technology, 4(1):1-3, 1992.
* Durfee, W., Control of standing and gait using electrical stimulation: Influence of muscle model complexity on control strategy, Progress in Brain Research, 97:369-381, 1993.
* Durfee, W. and K. Palmer, Estimation of force-activation, force-length and force-velocity properties in isolated,
electrically stimulated muscle, IEEE Trans. Biomed. Eng., 41(3):205-216, 1994.
* Durfee, W. Control of prosthetic gait, Current Opinion in Neurobiology, 4(6):920-923, 1994.
* Karu, Z., W. Durfee and A. Barzilai, Reducing muscle fatigue in FES applications by stimulating with N-let pulse trains, IEEE Trans. Biomed. Eng., 42(8):809-817, 1995.
* Durfee, W. Designing smart machines: teaching mechatronics to mechanical engineers through a project-based, creative design course, Mechatronics, 5(7):775-785, 1995.
* Goldfarb, M. and W. Durfee, Design of a controlled-brake orthosis for FES-aided gait, IEEE Trans. Rehab. Eng., 4(1):13-24, 1996.
* Hoffer, J., R. Stein, M. Haugland, T. Sinkjaer, W. Durfee, A. Schwartz, G. Loeb and C. Kantor, Neural signals for command control and feedback in functional neuromuscular stimulation: A review, J. Rehab. Res. Develop., 33(2):145-157, 1996.
* Chesler, N. and W. Durfee, Surface EMG as a fatigue indicator during FES-induced isometric muscle contractions, J. Electromyogr. Kinesiol., 7(1):27-37, 1997.
* Durfee, W., C. Hendrix, P. Cheng, G. Varughese, Influence of haptic and visual displays on the estimation of virtual environment stiffness, Proceedings of the ASME Dynamic Systems and Control Division, DSC-Vol. 61, 139-144, 1997.
* Durfee, W. Electrical stimulation for restoration of function, Neurorehabilitation, 12(1):53-62, 1999.
* Hendrix, C, P. Cheng, W. Durfee, Relative influence of sensory cues in a multi-model virtual environment, Proceedings of the ASME Dynamic Systems and Control Division, DSC-Vol. 63, 1999.
* Durfee W., From idea to product. In Biomechanics and Neural Control of Movement, Eds. J. Winters and P. Crago, Springer-Verlag, 2000.
* Rainoldi, A., W. Durfee and R. Merletti., Twitch summation with double stimulation, Proceedings of the 7th Vienna International Workshop on Functional Electrical Stimulation, 106-109, 2001.
* Wachtel, J., Durfee, W.K., Rosenthal, T.J., Schold-Davis, E., and Stern, E.B. Evaluation of a Low-Cost, PC-Based Driving Simulator to Assess Persons with Cognitive Impairments Due to Brain Injury. Proceedings of the First International Driving Symposium on Human Factors in Driver Assessment, Training and Vehicle Design. Aspen, CO. pp.293-294., 2001
* Stern, EB, Wachtel, J, Durfee, WK, Rosenthal, TJ and Schold Davis, E, Low-Cost Simulation as a Tool to Assess the Driving Ability of Persons with Cognitive Impairments from Brain Injury. In P.T. McCabe (Ed.), Contemporary Ergonomics 2000, London: Taylor & Francis, in press, 2002.
C. Research Support
Optimal haptic controls using a configurable haptic interface
The purpose of this project is to examine the use of novel haptic interfaces in automotive control applications. A "super knob" with changeable haptic (feel) properties will be tested as a substitute for a car's secondary controls. The super knob will be tested on the STISIM Drive driving simulator using non-disabled human subjects. (Ongoing)
Virtual environments for product prototyping
The purpose of this project is to examine multi-sensory virtual environments for product prototyping. Single degree-of-freedom panel interfaces are emulated using virtual visual, audio and haptic displays. Psychophysical experiments are conducted to determine how the senses integrate to provide a sense of presence in the virtual environment. Additional experiments compare design decisions made in the virtual environment to those made in a real environment (Ongoing)
Modeling of electrically stimulated muscle
The purpose of this project is to model the mechanical response of muscle to electrical stimulation. The long range goal is to create improved methods for designing controllers for systems that restore function to paralyzed muscles through electrical stimulation. (Ongoing)
Doublet response of electrically stimulated muscle
Muscles stimulated with doublet responses take longer to fatigue under artificial stimulation. The purpose of this project is to understand the complete mechanical responses of muscle to doublet stimulation and to develop novel stimulation patterns that optimize fatigue properties. (Ongoing)
Hybrid system for FES-aided gait restoration
In this project, we explored the use of a custom orthosis, the controlled-brake orthosis, in combination with electrical stimulation, to create a system to restore gait. The hybrid system allows better control over the swing phase of gait and enables subjects with spinal cord injury to walk further before fatigue. (Completed)
Functional assessment using tele-rehabilitation technology
In this project, we are developing new tele-rehabilitation technology for doing assessment at a distance. Standard PT and OT assessment tools are implemented so that an assessment session can be conducted at a distance. Experiments are conducted to compare tele-assessment with traditional face-to-face assessment. This project is in collaboration with Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Services. (Pilot work ongoing, funding pending)
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NAME
CENTER, BRUCE A. / POSITION TITLE
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
EDUCATION/TRAINING (Begin with baccalaureate or other initial professional education, such as nursing, and include postdoctoral training.)
INSTITUTION AND LOCATION / DEGREE
(if applicable) / YEAR(s) / FIELD OF STUDY
University of Minnesota / Ph.D. / 1983 / Educational Psych.
University of Rochester / B.A. / 1970 / Psychology
A. Positions and Honors.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1998 to presentAssistant Professor and biostatistician, Department of Family Practice and Community Health, University of Minnesota.
1997 to 1998Instructor, graduate level , Statistics and statistical software, Division of Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota
1992 to 1997Instructor, graduate level Statistics, College of Business Administration, University of St. Thomas. Instructor, undergraduate level Statistics, Dept. of Quantitative Methods and Computer Science, University of St. Thomas.
1992 to 1997Independent Statistical Consultant: Advised faculty, researchers, and graduate students regarding experimental design, statistical analysis, and interpretation of results. Advised private industry on statistical software and install these as required.
1983 to 1992Supervising and Senior Analyst Programmer, Computer and Information Services, University of Minnesota: Supervised the Statistical Help Line for all University of Minnesota academic computing. Hired, trained, and evaluated personnel. Oversaw the conversion of SPSS to several Cray and the Convex supercomputers. Served as statistical consultant of last resort for computer system users. Taught classes in SAS and SPSS. Installed, tested, and maintained all statistical software on VAX VMS, Cyber NOS, and Encore Unix systems. Authorized payment for and ensured contract compliance with vendors of the University’s statistical packages.
1978 to 1980Cybernet division, Control Data Corporation: International statistical consultant of last resort for Cybernet users of SPSS and SIR. Evaluated statistical proposals for the Cybernet sales force and made presentations to customers.
B. Selected peer-reviewed publications (in chronological order).
PUBLICATIONS
Center, B. A., Skiba, R. J., & Casey, A. (1985-86). A methodology on the quantitative synthesis of intra-subject design research. Journal of Special Education, 19, 387-400.
Yeazel, M., & Center, B. A. (2001). A Demonstration of the Effectiveness and Acceptability of Self-Study Module Use in Residency Education. Academic Medicine, (submitted).
Smith, M. A., Brown, M. E., Borowsky, S. J., Davis, M. K., Center, B. A., & Lurie, N. (2001). Measuring the Physician Perspective on Quality of Care in Health Plans. Evaluation & the Health Professions, 24, (1) 18-35.
Strowig, A. B., Gaichas, A., Hill, A., Center, B. A. (2001). Risk Factors for RelapseAmong Men Treated For Alcohol Addiction: The Problem of Prediction. Journal of Alcohol Treatment (submitted).
Murphy, K. A., Yeazel, M., & Center, B. A. (2000). Validity of Residents’ Self-Reported Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Activities: The Preventive Medicine Attitudes and Activities Questionnaire. Preventive Medicine, 31, 241-248.
Hepburn, K. W., Tornatore, J., Center, B. A., & Ostwald, S. W. (2000). Dementia Family Caregiver Training: Affecting Outlook and Outcomes. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
Elbedour, S., Center, B. A., Maruyama, G. M., Assor, A. (1997). Physical and Psychological Maltreatment in Schools: The Abusive Behaviors of Teachers in Bedouin Schools in Israel. School Psychology International, 18, 201-215.
Elbedour, S., Bastien, D. T., & Center, B. A. (1997). Identity Formation in the Shadow of Conflict: Projective Drawings by Palestinian and Israeli Arab Children from the West Band and Gaza. Journal of Peace Research, 34, (2), 217-231.
RESEARCH PRESENTATIONS
Center, Bruce A. (2000, Dec.) Survey Development in a Less than Perfect World: Design and Validation of the PMAAQ. 15th Annual Primary Care Research Methods & Statistics Conference, San Antonio, Texas.
Center, Bruce A. (1991, June). The trailing edge of technology. Annual meeting of SPSS Academic Users Conference, Montreal, Canada.
Center, Bruce A. (1986, June). The piece-wise regression approach to meta-analysis for single-subject designs. Annual meeting of the Society of the Advancement of Behavior Analysis, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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HUIZENGA, NANCY RUTH / POSITION TITLE
DIRECTOR,
COMMUNITY BASED & VOCATIONAL SERVICES
EDUCATION/TRAINING (Begin with baccalaureate or other initial professional education, such as nursing, and include postdoctoral training.)
INSTITUTION AND LOCATION / DEGREE
(if applicable) / YEAR(s) / FIELD OF STUDY
Ohio Wesleyan University / B.A. / 1977 / Sociology/Anthropology
University of Glasgow – Scotland / Credits earned towards B.A. / 1975-1976 / Medicine/Parasitology
University of Wisconsin – Madison / M.A. / 1979-1980 / Rehabilitation Counseling
Professional Experience:
January 1981 – November 1983Curative Rehabilitation Center, Green Bay, WI
Independent Living Skills Coordinator
One of three staff to initiate pilot program designed to enable individuals with severe physical disabilities to live independently; with primary responsibility for developing and implementing assessment process, training curriculums, case management system, and recreational programming. Provided personal adjustment counseling and other supportive services. Designed and coordinated attendant care program. Supervised student field placements.
December 1983 – April 1985Associated Rehabilitation Consultants, Inc. Minneapolis, MN
Rehabilitation Consultant
Determined medical and vocational status of injured workers. Developed and coordinated rehabilitation plans through consultation with employers, physicians, attorneys and other professionals. Provided medical management, job-seeking skills training and job placement services.
April 1985 – May 1990Courage Center Residence, Golden Valley, MN
Vocational Counselor
Provided vocational and educational counseling, career planning, assessment, selective training and job placement services to individuals with congenital disabilities or spinal cord injuries. Responsible for assisting residents in identifying their vocational potential and options, setting realistic vocational goals and plans to achieve their goals. Functioned as a member of and consultant to a transdisciplinary rehabilitation team. Coordinated service plans with community agencies. Supervised masters level student internships.
May 1990 – September 1995Courage Center Residential Services, Golden Valley, MN
Independent Living Skills Program Coordinator
Responsible for management and coordination of all components of the Independent Living Skills (ILS) Program and Argyle Residence: ensuring growth and development of the programs; management of programs’ budgets; hiring, orienting and supervising program staff; providing case supervision and management for clients in the ILS program; coordinating service plans with community agencies.
September 1995 – December, 2000Courage Center Residential Services, Golden Valley, MN
Community Based Services Director
Responsible for the overall management and operations of four community based programs; Adult Day Program, Driver Assessment and Training, Independent Living Skills and Supported Living Program.
January 2001 – PresentCourage Center, Golden Valley, MN
Director Community Based and Vocational Services
Responsible to plan, coordinate, direct and develop the services of the Community Based Services (CBS) and Vocational Services (Voc) departments including the Adult Day Program, Driver Assessment and Training, Independent Living Skills Program, Supported Living Program and Vocational Services. Programs serve on average 1600 individuals per year.
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ROSEN, MICHAEL J. / POSITION TITLE
Director, Rehabilitation Engineering Service National Rehab Hospital
EDUCATION/TRAINING (Begin with baccalaureate or other initial professional education, such as nursing, and include postdoctoral training.)
INSTITUTION AND LOCATION / DEGREE
(if applicable) / YEAR(s) / FIELD OF STUDY
Brown University / A.B., Sc.B. / 1966 / Engineering
Northwestern University / M.S. / 1968 / Electrical Engineering
Northwestern University / Ph.D. / 1973 / Electrical Engineering
A. Positions and Honors.
Positions and Employment
1966-1968Northwestern University, Department of Electrical Engineering: Research Assistant and Teaching Assistant. Undertook research on oculomotor control and taught classical control lab.
1971-1972Mt. Sinai Medical Center, (Miami Beach, Florida), Division of Pulmonary Diseases: Biomedical Engineer. Co-developed experimental methods for fiberoptic visualization of tracheal mucus velocity in dogs in the presence of high O2 concentration. Conducted pulmonary research with animal models. Developed and taught lecture sequence on pulmonary modeling for physicians.
1972-1973University of Miami, Biomedical Engineering Program: Instructor. Developed and taught courses in physiological systems and other biomedical engineering topics for graduate engineers and medical students
1973-1975Miami Veterans Administration Hospital, Spinal Cord Injury Service: Biomedical Research Engineer. Undertook animal research on the physiological mechanisms of spasticity following spinal cord transection.
1975-1992Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Mechanical Engineering Department: Principal Research Scientist and Lecturer.
1993-199University of Tennessee Memphis, Campbell Clinic —UT Memphis Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Associate Professor; Director of the Rehabilitation Engineering Program.
1993-1997University of Tennessee Memphis, School of Biomedical Engineering, Associate Professor, Director of Graduate Studies (through 1995) and Director of Research (1996).
1994-1997University of Memphis, Biomedical Engineering Department, Adjunct Associate Professor.
August 1997-present: National Rehabilitation Hospital, Rehabilitation Engineering Service, Director.
September 1998- present: Catholic University of America, Biomedical Engineering Program, Adjunct Professor
Advisory Committees (current):
NIH Special Emphasis Panel (ZRG1-SSS-5) for review of SBIR and STTR proposals on rehabilitation engineering.
Department of Veterans Affairs Merit Review Panel
Editorial Board, VA Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development
Ad hoc committee on Formative Review and Summative Review procedures for NIDRR
B. Selected peer-reviewed publications (in chronological order).
•Rosen, M.J., "A Theoretical Neural Integrator", IEEE Trans. Biomed. Engin., BME-19:362-367, 1972.
•Rosen, M.J., Maki, B.E., Simon, S.R. and Adelstein, B.D., "Modification of Spastic Gait Through Mechanical Damping", Proceedings, Int. Fed. Auto. Control Symposium on Control Aspects of Prosthetics and Orthotics, Ohio, pp. 137-144, May 1982.
•Goodenough-Trepagnier, C., and Rosen, M.J. "An Analytical Framework for Optimizing Design and Selection of Nonvocal Communication Techniques", Proceedings, Int. Fed. Auto. Control Symposium on Control Aspects of Prosthetics and Orthotics, Ohio, pp. 63-78, May 1982.
•Maki, B.E., Rosen, M.J., and Simon, S.R., "Modification of Spastic Gait Through Mechanical Damping", J. of Biomechanics, 18(6):431-443, 1985.
•Rosen, M.J. and Goodenough-Trepagnier, C., "The Tufts-MIT Prescription Guide: Assessment of Users to Predict the Suitability of Augmentative Communication Devices", Assistive Technology, 1(3):51-61, 1989.
•Rosen, M.J., Arnold, A.S., Baiges, I.J., Aisen, M.L., and Eglowstein, S.R., "A Controlled-Energy-Dissipation Orthosis for Functional Suppression of Intention Tremors", The Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, 32(1):1-16, February, 1995.