Zeinab Kazemi, Postdoctoral Researcher in IE

B.Sc. in Orthotics & Prosthetics – University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran (2006 to 2010)
M.Sc. in Human factors & Ergonomics – Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran (2010 to 2013)
Ph.D. in Human factors & Ergonomics – Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran (2016 to 2021)

Zeinab started working as a postdoctoral fellow in the BEST lab in September 2022.

Zeinab has specialized in modeling and simulating the human postural control behavior and spinal loads. In the past, she has also worked on human-system interaction, cognitive workloads, and human performance in complex tasks. Her current research focuses on modeling the biomechanical costs associated with exoskeletons in occupational settings. Also, she is working on understanding the determinants of the acceptance of exoskeleton technology among users, aiming to facilitate the integration of these wearable devices into real-world environments.

Zeinab enjoys cooking, reading books, painting, and hiking outside the lab.

Vignesh Sompur Gopalakrishna, Postdoctoral Researcher in IE

B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering – Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, India (2017)
M.S. in Biomechanical Engineering – Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India (2025)
Ph.D. in Biomechanical Engineering – Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India (2025)

Vignesh started working as a postdoctoral researcher in BEST Lab in July 2025

Vignesh has specialized in the design and development of bio-inspired robotic hands for prosthetic applications. His prior research involved translating human neuromotor control into tangible mechanical designs for a robotic hand. His current research focuses on developing a comprehensive full-body musculoskeletal model to analyze the biomechanical interaction of back support exoskeletons with the human body. Additionally, he has a broad interest in developing an ergonomic design for a task-specific exoskeleton.

Outside the lab, Vignesh enjoys painting, cooking and watching movies.