Webinars
Our webinar series keeps the OpenSim community updated on the latest biomechanical simulation research and OpenSim developments. The webinar speakers provide insights on how they have used OpenSim in their research process.
See below for a list of upcoming webinars and links to recordings of past presentations.
Upcoming Webinars
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Instructions
We have created a document with instructions for participating in OpenSim webinars. Please email us at opensim@stanford.edu if you have any questions.
Past Webinars
See the pages below for recordings, frequently asked questions, and other information about past webinars.
July 20, 2020
Inverse Kinematics: A Bayesian Versus Least-Squares Approach
Todd Pataky, Kyoto University
July 7, 2020
Automating OpenSim Workflows: An Intro to the OpenSim API in Matlab
Christopher Dembia, Stanford University
April 29, 2020
Which simulation pipeline should I use? An overview of common workflows
Carmichael Ong, Stanford University
March 12, 2020
Characterizing hyperreflexia and abnormal coordination in post-stroke stiff-knee gait
Tunc Akbas, Harvard University
February 11, 2020
Computational Models of Reaching to Test Hypotheses in Motor Control
Mazen Al Borno, Stanford University
November 14, 2019
OpenSim Moco: Software to optimize the motion and control of OpenSim models
Christopher Dembia & Nick Bianco, Stanford University
October 24, 2019
Predictive Simulation of Biological Motion using SCONE
Thomas Geijtenbeek, Delft University
September 26, 2019
Metabolic cost modeling: experimental validation and predictive simulations
Anne Koelewijn, D.Eng., Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg & Antonie van den Bogert, PhD, Cleveland State University
July 18, 2019
Human-machine Interfacing via Real-time Neuromechanical Modeling
Massimo Sartori, Ph.D., University of Twente
April 30, 2019
Predictive Simulations to Study the Plantarflexors in Gait Pathologies
Carmichael Ong, Stanford University
February 12, 2019
Muscle and Ligament Model of the Head and Neck to Study Physiological Motions and Dynamic Impacts
Calvin Kuo, The University of British Columbia and Jon Mortensen, University of UtahDecember 11, 2018
Interfacing Musculoskeletal and Finite Element Models to Study Bone Structure and Adaptation
Luca Modenese and Andrew Phillips, Imperial College LondonNovember 15, 2018
Jumping into OpenSim 4.0
Ayman Habib, Jennifer Hicks, Tom Uchida, and Ajay Seth, Stanford UniversitySeptember 13, 2018
SimCP - A Simulation Platform to Predict Gait Performance Following Orthopedic Interventions in Children with Cerebral Palsy
Ilse Jonkers and Friedl De Groote, Human Movement Biomechanics Research Group, KU Leuven, BelgiumAugust 7, 2018
Robust control strategies for musculoskeletal models using deep reinforcement learning
Łukasz Kidziński (Stanford University)October 5, 2017
Why Are Antagonists Co-activated in My Simulations? Simulating Cycling and Other "High Flexion" Tasks
Adrian Lai (Simon Fraser University) and Allison Arnold (Harvard University)September 19, 2017
Understanding how exoskeletons affect muscle-tendon mechanics during walking
Rachel W. Jackson, Carnegie Mellon University and Stanford UniversityApril 27, 2017
Tips and Tricks for Data collection, Scaling and Inverse Kinematics in OpenSim
Jenny Yong and James Dunne, Stanford UniversityFebruary 14, 2017
Using Musculoskeletal Modeling to Study Human Bipedalism Evolution
Brian Umberger, University of Massachusetts AmherstJanuary 24, 2017
Musculoskeletal simulations combining multiscale data and finite element modeling of the knee
Kevin Shelburne, Alessandro Navacchia, and Azhar Ali, University of DenverNovember 17, 2016
Enabling Stochastic Simulations of Movement with High Throughput Computing
Colin Smith, Darryl Thelen, and Christina Koch, University of Wisconsin-MadisonOctober 19, 2016
Musculoskeletal Models Deconstructed
Apoorva Rajagopal, Stanford UniversityJune 23, 2016
Investigating Jogging Biomechanics using the Full-Body Lumbar Spine Model
Ajit Chaudhari and Margaret Raabe, The Ohio State UniversityJune 9, 2016
A Novel Scapulothoracic Joint Model Improves the Accuracy of Measured Shoulder Movements
Ajay Seth, Stanford University, and Ricardo Matias, University of LisbonFebruary 23, 2016
Patient-specific Modeling-building and Scaling with MAP and Statistical Shape Modeling
Thor Besier and Ju Zhang, University of Auckland, New ZealandJanuary 27, 2016
Synergy-based Control in OpenSim: Coupled Muscle Activity in Static Optimization
Kat Steele, University of WashingtonNovember 17, 2015
Meet Me in the Middle: a Thoracolumbar Spine and Rib Cage Model in OpenSim
Alexander Bruno (Exponent) and Dennis Anderson (Harvard University)October 28, 2015
Locus of Control: Are You in Control of Your Simulations?
Misagh Mansouri (University of Pittsburgh) and Jeff Reinbolt (University of Tennessee)September 3, 2015
Simulation-Based Design of Devices to Enhance a Standing Long Jump
Carmichael Ong, Stanford University
June 16, 2015
Best Practices for Verification and Validation of Musculoskeletal Models and Simulations
Jennifer Hicks with Scott Delp as moderator, Stanford University
May 21, 2015
An Individually Tuneable Model of Spasticity and Contracture in Patients with Cerebral Palsy
Marjolein van der Krogt (VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands) and Lynn Bar-On (KU Leuven, Belgium)
January 29, 2015
Simulating the Effect of Contracture and Weakness on Walking Capacity in Cerebral Palsy
Glen Lichtwark, University of Queensland, Australia
December 4, 2014
A Probabilistic Tool to Quantify the Effects of Population Variability & Model Uncertainty
Bradley Davidson and Casey Myers, University of Denver
October 30, 2014
OpenSim for Open-Source Musculoskeletal Modeling and Simulation: Roadmap for the Future
Jen Hicks, Stanford University
September 25, 2014
Modelling and Simulating Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries in Young Female Athletes
Julia Kar, Washington University
August 19, 2014
Interpreting Upper-limb Dynamic Simulations in the Context of Clinical Variability
Kate Saul, North Carolina State University
July 22, 2014
Simulating Sit to Stand - Biomechanical Insights and Practical Tips
Rob Siston and Elena Caruthers, Ohio State University
June 24, 2014
Fast Simulation of Arm Dynamics for Real-time, User-in-the-loop Control Applications
Ed Chadwick, Keele University
May 22, 2014
Simulating Quadriceps Muscle Atrophy and Activation Deficits during Gait
Julie Thompson, Stanford University and Ohio State University
February 6, 2014
An OpenSim Framework to Estimate Muscle Dynamics during Locomotion with Elastic Exoskeletons
Dominic Farris, The University of Queensland Gregory Sawicki, North Carolina State University and UNC-Chapel Hill
January 21, 2014
Building and Editing Dynamic Walking Models in OpenSim
Daniel Jacbos, University of Michigan
October 17, 2013
Miniature Implants for Hand Tendon-Transfer Surgery: A Simulation- and Experiment-Based Study
Ravi Balasubramanian, Oregon State University
September 19, 2013
Measuring and Incorporating Subject-Specific Muscle Parameters in Post-Stroke Gait Simulations
Jill Higginson, Brian Knarr, and John Ramsay, University of Delaware
August 15, 2013
To Create 3D Muscle Models or Not: That Is the Question
Silvia Blemker, University of Virginia
July 16, 2013
All Models Are NOT Wrong (Contrary to Popular Belief)
Wendy Murray, Northwestern University
June 6, 2013
Muscle Excitation-driven Musculoskeletal Modeling and Future Applications to Neurorehabilitation Technologies
Massimo Sartori, Department of Neurorehabilitation Engineering, University Medical Center Gottingen
Claudio Pizzolato, Musculoskeletal Research Centre, Griffith University
May 2, 2013
Unraveling the Biomechanics of Hemiparetic Gait through Mechanical & Neuromechanical Simulations
Ilse Jonkers and Friedl De Groote, KU Leuven
December 4, 2012
NMSBuilder software for generating patient-specific OpenSim models
Giordano Valente, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
November 8, 2012
Model-Based Stroke Rehabilitation
B.J. Fregly and Carolynn Patten, University of Florida
November 1, 2012
Creating Simulations with Real World Data - A Case Study of Obese Locomotion Biomechanics
Zach Lerner, Colorado State University
October 18, 2012
Introducing OpenSim 3.0
Jennifer Hicks, Stanford University
August 28, 2012
Muscle Models in 3.0 - Theory and Application
Matt Millard, Stanford University
February 16, 2012
A New Muscle Induced Acceleration Analysis Plugin (Second Broadcast)
Tim Dorn, Stanford University
February 14, 2012
A New Muscle Induced Acceleration Analysis Plugin
Tim Dorn, Stanford University
September 8, 2011
Second Broadcast: Using OpenSim to Explore the Mechanics of Pathological Gait Patterns
Katherine Steele, Stanford University
JULY 28, 2011
Using OpenSim to Explore the Mechanics of Pathological Gait Patterns
Katherine Steele, Stanford University
May 11 and June 9, 2011
Estimating Joint Loads in OpenSim
Matt DeMers, Stanford University
April 7, 2011
Creating and Analyzing Muscle-Driven Simulations of Running, Second Broadcast
Samuel Hamner, Stanford University
March 8, 2011
Creating and Analyzing Muscle-Driven Simulations of Running
Samuel Hamner, Stanford University
