Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology Research Group
Research Outline
Physiological, biochemical, and biomechanical analyses of human body function and movement
Physiological and Biochemical Analysis

Biomechanical Analysis

to maximize one's health and quality of life
Members
-Research Topics
FUJIMOTO Masahiro, Ph.D., Leader
- Biomechanics and motor control of human movement
- Fall risk assessment and prevention in the elderly
- Protective/compensatory responses to balance perturbations
- Walking and body movement analysis and biochemical analysis
- Research and development of prevention and treatment methods for sarcopenia and frailty
INAI Takuma, Ph.D., Senior Researcher
- Kinematic and kinetic analysis of human movement using three-dimensional motion capture system
- Technology development for visualization of gait and health variables using simple equipment
KIDO Kohei, Ph.D., Researcher
- Investigating molecular mechanisms of metabolic adaptations to exercise and nutrition
- Development of exercise and nutrition prescription based on molecular basis of energy metabolism
KUDO Shoma, Ph.D., Researcher
- Neuromusculoskeletal computer modeling and simulation of human movement
- Investigating human motor control mechanism and their application
SAKITANI Naoyoshi, Ph.D., Researcher
- Neuromusculoskeletal computer modeling and simulation of human movement
- Investigating human motor control mechanism and their application
Tsuchiya Yoshifumi, Ph.D., Senior Researcher
- Crosstalk of musculoskeletal organs
- Development of strategy for prevention of musculoskeletal-related disease based on molecular basis
ASAHARA Ryota, Ph.D., Researcher
- Exercise effect on neurophysiological function and cognition
- Central cardiovascular regulation during exercise
INOUE Koh, Ph.D., Joint Appointed Fellow
- Biomechanics of human movement
- Assistive devices for human movement
NAKAJIMA Kanako, Ph.D., Senior Researcher (concurrent post with Human Augmentation Research Center)
- Research on fall prevention in the elderly, focusing on foot function
- Development of foot function evaluation techniques to extend gait life
KUTSUZAWA Gaku, Ph.D., Researcher (concurrent post with Human Augmentation Research Center)
- Investigating improved self-control through training
- Development of an emotion measurement index using emoji
- Investigating psychological fluctuations during daily life using the Experience Sampling Method (ESM)