Faculty Profiles

Li, Y., Koldenhoven, R. M., Jiwan, N. C., Zhan, J., & Liu, T. (n.d.). Automated rowing event assignment: a machine learning approach. Sports Biomechanics. https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2025.2528885

Smith, E., Koldenhoven, R. M., Farrell, J. W., Li, Y., Aslan, S., Resendiz, M. D., … Valles Molina, D. (2024). Development of an Augmented Reality Handwashing Tool for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder. Las Vegas, NV, USA: IEEE.

Nachega, M., Yahaya, S., Wallace, I., Liu, T., Valles Molina, D., Koldenhoven, R. M., & Li, Y. (2024). Enhancing Early Diagnosis of Autism With Machine Learning Algorithms Using Postural Control Features (pp. 593–598). IEEE. https://doi.org/10.1109/UEMCON62879.2024.10754700

Rafiq, S., Ellsworth, E. S., Resendiz, O., Varanasi, S. H., Ishola, A. A., Rolfe, R. M., … Valles Molina, D. (2024). Design of Autonomous Rover for Firefighter Rescue: Integrating Deep Learning with ROS2 (pp. 421–428). IEEE. https://doi.org/10.1109/AIIoT61789.2024.10578950

Liu, T., Wallace, I., Cressman, H., Rolfe, R. M., Li, Y., & Valles Molina, D. (2024). Enhancing early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder with machine learning algorithms using postural control features. Journal of Motor Learning and Development, 12(S1). https://doi.org/10.1123/jmld.2024-0049

Smith, E. R., Rolfe, R. M., Farrell, J. W., Aslan, S., Resendiz, M. D., Li, Y., … Valles Molina, D. (2024). Development of an Augmented Reality Handwashing Tool for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder (pp. 0249–0256). Las Vegas, NV, USA: IEEE. https://doi.org/10.1109/CCWC60891.2024.10427963

Liu, T., Tongish, M., Li, Y., & Okuda, P. (2023). Executive and motor function in children with autism spectrum disorder. Cognitive Processing. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10339-023-01156-y

Li, Y., Koldenhoven, R. M., Jiwan, N. C., Zhan, J., & Liu, T. (2023). Trunk and shoulder kinematics of rowing displayed by Olympic athletes. Sports Biomechanics, 22(9), 1095–1107. https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2020.1781238

Valles Molina, D., Umali, L. A. R., Paveglio, T., Brinson, J. N., Hyder, M., Jackson, G. E., … Liu, T. (2023). Data Collection and Real-Time Facial Emotion Recognition in iOS Apps With CNN-Based Models. Seattle, WA, USA: IEEE. https://doi.org/10.1109/AIIoT58121.2023.10174520

Swaim, E., Rodriques, K., Li, Y., Knudson, D., & Koldenhoven, R. M. (2023). Walking Kinematics, Kinetics, and Muscle Activation With and Without Femoroacetabular Impingement. Journal of Athletic Training, 58(6S), S-60.

Lysdal, F. G., Wang, Y., Delahunt, E., Gehring, D., Kosik, K. B., Krosshaug, T., … Fong, D. T. P. (2022). What have we learnt from quantitative case reports of acute lateral ankle sprains injuries and episodes of ‘giving-way’ of the ankle joint, and what shall we further investigate? Sports Biomechanics, 21(4), 359–379. https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2022.2035801

Kakar, R. S., Higgins, S., Tome, J. M., Knight, N., Finer, Z., Doig, Z., & Li, Y. (2022). Effect of Age on Thoracic, Lumbar, and Pelvis Coordination During Trunk Flexion and Extension. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 38(3), 170–178. https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.2021-0281

Li, Y., Koldenhoven, R., Liu, T., & Venuti, C. E. (2021). Age-related gait development in children with autism spectrum disorder. Gait & Posture, 84, 260–266. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2020.12.022

Li, Y., Ko, J., Walker, M. A., Brown, C. N., & Simpson, K. J. (2021). Joint Coordination and Stiffness During Landing in Individuals With Chronic Ankle Instability. Journal of Applied Biomechanics.

Li, Y., Koldenhoven, R., Jiwan, N., Zhan, J., & Liu, T. (2021). Intra-trunk and arm coordination displayed by Olympic rowing athletes. Sports Biomechanics. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2021.1883728

Walker, M., Li, Y., Samson, C., Simpson, K., Foutz, T., & Brown, C. (2021). Differences in trunk range of motion for various flexibility protocol types, particularly in quarterbacks wearing rib protectors. Sports Orthopaedics and Traumatology. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.orthtr.2020.11.001

Li, Y., Liu, T., & Venuti, C. E. (2021). Development of postural stability in children with autism spectrum disorder: a cross-sectional study. International Biomechanics, 8(1), 54–62. https://doi.org/10.1080/23335432.2021.1968316

Li, Y., Wang, H., & Simpson, K. J. (2020). Chronic Ankle Instability Does Not Influence Tibiofemoral Contact Forces during Drop Landings. In Proceedings (1st ed., Vol. 49). https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2020049005

Li, Y., Zhang, S., & Odeh, C. (2020). Automated Classification of Postural Control for Individuals With Parkinson’s Disease Using a Machine Learning Approach: A Preliminary Study. Journal of Applied Biomechanics. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.2019-0400

Li, Y., Mache, M. A., & Todd, T. A. (2020). Automated identification of postural control for children with autism spectrum disorder using a machine learning approach. Journal of Biomechanics, 110073. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2020.110073

Walker, M., Li, Y., Samson, C., Simpson, K., Foutz, T., & Brown, C. (2020). The Effect of Rib Protector Garments on Trunk Kinematics, Performance, and Perceptions of Quarterbacks During an Overhand American Football Throw. International Journal of Sports Science, 10(1), 23–29. https://doi.org/10.5923/j.sports.20201001.04

Kakar, R. S., Li, Y., Brown, C. N., Oswald, T. S., & Simpson, K. J. (2019). Spine and Lower Extremity Kinematics Exhibited During Running by Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients With Spinal Fusion. Spine Deformity, 7(2), 254–261. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jspd.2018.08.015

Zhang, S., Li, Y., & Li Li. (2019). Running ground reaction force complexity at the initial stance phase increased with ageing. Sports Biomechanics, 0(0), 1–10. https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2019.1596300

Li, Y., Wang, H., & Simpson, K. J. (2019). Chronic Ankle Instability Does Not Influence Tibiofemoral Contact Forces During Drop Landings Using a Musculoskeletal Model. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 1–5. https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.2018-0436

Ko, J., Wikstrom, E., Li, Y., Weber, M., & Brown, C. N. (2019). Performance Differences Between the Modified Star Excursion Balance Test and the Y Balance Test in Individuals With Chronic Ankle Instability. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation, 0(0), 1–20. https://doi.org/10.1123/jsr.2018-0078

Li, Y., Mache, M. A., & Todd, T. A. (2019). Complexity of Center of Pressure in Postural Control for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders Was Partially Compromised. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 0(0), 1–20. https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.2018-0042

Li, Y., Kakar, R. S., Fu, Y.-C., Walker, M., Brown, C. N., Oswald, T. S., & Simpson, K. J. (2018). Postural control of individuals with spinal fusion for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Clinical Biomechanics. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2018.11.001

Li, Y., Kakar, R. S., Fu, Y.-C., Mahoney, O. M., Kinsey, T. L., & Simpson, K. J. (2018). Knee strength, power and stair performance of the elderly 5 years after unicompartmental knee arthroplasty. European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery & Traumatology, 28(7), 1411–1416. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00590-018-2198-7

Li, Y., Ko, J., Walker, M. A., Brown, C., Schmidt, J., Kim, S. H., & Simpson, K. (2018). Does Chronic Ankle Instability Influence Knee Biomechanics of Females during Inverted Surface Landings? International Journal of Sports Medicine. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-0044-102130

Li, Y., Kakar, R. S., Walker, M. A., Guan, L., & Simpson, K. J. (2018). Upper Trunk-Pelvis Coordination During Running Using the Continuous Relative Fourier Phase Method. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 34(4), 312–319. https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.2017-0250

Li, Y., Ko, J., Zhang, S., Brown, C. N., & Simpson, K. J. (2018). Biomechanics of ankle giving way: A case report of accidental ankle giving way during the drop landing test. Journal of Sport and Health Science. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jshs.2018.01.002

Li, Y., Simpson, K. J., Nolan, L., Miller, M., & Johnson, B. (2018). Lower extremity kinematics of curve sprinting displayed by runners using a transtibial prosthesis. Journal of Sports Sciences, 36(3), 293–302. https://doi.org/10.1080/02640414.2017.1303186

Li, Y., Ko, J., Walker, M. A., Brown, C. N., Schmidt, J. D., Kim, S. H., & Simpson, K. J. (2018). Does chronic ankle instability influence lower extremity muscle activation of females during landing? Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology : Official Journal of the International Society of Electrophysiological Kinesiology, 38, 81–87. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jelekin.2017.11.009

Kakar, R. S., Li, Y., Brown, C. N., Kim, S. H., Oswald, T. S., & Simpson, K. J. (2018). Spine kinematics exhibited during the stop-jump by physically active individuals with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and spinal fusion. The Spine Journal : Official Journal of the North American Spine Society, 18(1), 155–163. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.spinee.2017.08.221

Li, Y. (2017). Surface EMG Analysis of Biceps Brachii Fatigue During Isometric Contraction: A Preliminary Study. Journal of Bones and Muscles Study, 1(2), 41–44. https://doi.org/10.29199/2637-7039/boms-101020

Li, Y., Kakar, R. S., Walker, M. A., Fu, Y. C., Oswald, T. S., Brown, C. N., & Simpson, K. J. (2017). Intratrunk Coordination During High-Effort Treadmill Running in Individuals With Spinal Fusion for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 33(6), 437–445. https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.2017-0085

Li, Y., Guan, L., Ko, J., Zhang, S., Brown, C. N., & Simpson, K. J. (2017). Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of an ankle instability questionnaire for use in Chinese-speaking population. Journal of Sport and Health Science. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jshs.2017.04.003

Li, Y., Walker, M., Ko, J., Schmidt, J., Brown, C., & Simpson, K. (2016). Lower extremity biomechanics of an ankle ‘giving way’ case during the drop landing (pp. 299–302). Retrieved from https://ojs.ub.uni-konstanz.de/cpa/article/view/7043

Li, Y., Alexander, M., Glazebrook, C., & Leiter, J. (2016). Quantifying Inter-Segmental Coordination during the Instep Soccer Kicks. International Journal of Exercise Science, 9(5), 646–656.

Li, Y., Simpson, K., Nolan, L., & Miller, M. (2015). Curve sprinting kinematics exhibited by athletes using a single, trans-tibial prosthesis (pp. 410–413).

Li, Y., Walker, M., Kakar, R., & Simpson, K. (2015). Upper trunk-pelvis axial rotation coordination during treadmill running (pp. 1054–1057).

Li, Y. (2015). Prediction of Kick Direction from Kinematics during the Soccer Penalty Kick. International Journal of Kinesiology and Sports Science, 3(4). https://doi.org/10.7575/aiac.ijkss.v.3n.4p.1