Dechristian Franca Barbieri

Research Assistant Professor

B.S. in Physical Therapy – Uri Campus de Erechim RS, Brazil (2006 to 2011)
M.S. in Physical Therapy – Federal University of Sao Carlos SP, Brazil (2011 to 2013)
Ph.D. in Physical Therapy – Federal University of Sao Carlos SP, Brazil (2013 to 2017)
Postdoctoral in Physical Therapy – Federal University of Sao Carlos SP, Brazil (2019 to 2021)
Internship periods at Gavle University, Sweden (from Sept to Nov 2012), and at Virginia Tech, US (Jan to Nov 2016).
Postdoctoral in Industrial Engineering (BEST Lab) – Clemson University, USA (2022-2024)

Now he works as Research Assistant Professor in Industrial Engineering Department, Clemson University.

Dechristian has specialized in analyzing posture, muscular activity, body composition and physical activity of office workers. He also has experience in interventions in the real work environment to prevent musculoskeletal symptoms in this population. His current research focuses on the evaluation and implementation of the exoskeleton in the context of healthcare workers, to bring clarity if this wearable technology can help to reduce musculoskeletal problems.

In his free time he likes to run, cycle, and swim (triathlon) workouts. He also enjoys bowling!

Find the link to his Website and his LinkedIn.

Research Assistant Professor, Clemson University, Clemson, SC