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Refereed Journal Publications

  1. Suresh* V, Nimbarte A, Ryu J, Choudhury A (2024) “Exploring the challenges and risks of dead body handling faced by healthcare professionals during the coronavirus pandemic: Cross sectional survey study.” Applied Ergonomics: 118:104280. PubMed PMID: 38560964. 10.1016/j.apergo.2024.104280

  2. Dolly, M., Nimbarte, A., & Wuest, T. (2024). “The effects of gamification for manufacturing (GfM) on workers and production in industrial assembly.” Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, 88, 102722, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rcim.2024.102722

  3. Choudhury, A., Shahsavar*, Y., Sarkar, K., Choudhury, M. M., Nimbarte, A. D. (2023) “Exploring Perceptions and Needs of Mobile Health Interventions for Nutrition, Anemia, and Preeclampsia among Pregnant Women in Underprivileged Indian Communities: A Cross-Sectional Survey.” Nutrients, 15(17), 3699,  10.3390/nu15173699

  4. Alasim*, H. N., and Nimbarte, A. D. (2022) “Variability of Time- and Frequency-Domain Surface Electromyographic Measures in Non-Fatigued Shoulder Muscles.” IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors: 10(4):201-212 https://doi.org/10.1080/24725838.2022.2150724

  5. Choudhury A., and Nimbarte A. (2024) "Editorial: Mobile Health Interventions to Address Maternal Health - Ideas, Concepts, and Interventions." Frontiers in Digital Health: 6(1), pp. e1378416. [PMID: 38486918], 10.3389/fdgth.2024.1378416

  6. Simeonov, P., Nimbarte, A., Hsiao, H., Current, R., Ammons,D., Choi, H., Rahman,M., Weaver, D. (2022) “Evaluation of advanced curve speed warning system to prevent firetruck rollover crashes” In press.

  7. Simeonov, P., Hsiao, H., Nimbarte, A. D., Current, R., Ammons, D., Choi, H., Rahman, M., Weaver, D. (2021) “Evaluation of advanced curve speed warning system for fire trucks” Applied Ergonomics: 97 (2021) 103527

  8. Nimbarte, A. D., Smith*, N., Gopalakrishnan, B. (2021) “Human factors evaluation of energy visualization dashboards” Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications, July 2021.

  9. Botts*, A., Gopalakrishnan, B., Nimbarte, A., Currie, K.R., Karki*, V. (2021) “Energy Efficiency of Blower Heater Non-Purge Compressed Air Dryers”, International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy (IJETP), Vol. 17, No. 3, July 2021.

  10. Motabar*, H., Nimbarte, A. D., (2021) “Sex differences in rotator cuff muscle responses to various work-related factors” IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors: In press https://doi.org/10.1080/24725838.2021.1931562.

  11. Motabar*, H., Nimbarte, A. D. (2021) “The effect of task rotation on activation and fatigue response of rotator cuff muscles during overhead work” Applied Ergonomics: 97(2021) 103461 .

  12. Alessa, F., Nimbarte, A. D. ,Sosa, E., (2020) “ Incidences and severity of wrist, hand, and finger injuries in the U.S. mining industry .” Safety Science: 129 (2020): 104792.

  13. Mandlem, K., Gopalakrishnan, B., Nimbarte, A., Mostafa, R., Das, R. (2020). Energy efficiency effectiveness of smart thermostat based BEMS. Energy Engineering: 117(4), 165–183.

  14. Alasim, H. N., and Nimbarte, A. D. (2019) “ Variability of electromyographic spectral measures in non-fatigued shoulder muscles and implications for assessing muscle fatigue.” IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors: 119-131, July 2019.
  15. Smith, N., Nimbarte, A., Gopalakrishnan, B., Wuest, T., Real-time energy visualization system for light commercial businesses, Sustainable Energy Technology and Assessments Journal: 34, 68-76, 2019.
  16. Motabar, H., Nimbarte, A. D., and Raub, E. (2019) “ Strength, endurance and fatigue response of rotator cuff muscles during isometric exertions .” International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics : 71, 128-135.
  17. Zhu, J., He, X., Bergman, M. S., Guffey, S., Nimbarte, A. D., and Zhuang, Z. (2019) “ A pilot study of minimum operational flow forloose-fitting powered air-purifying respirators used in healthcare cleaning services.” Journal of occupational and environmental hygiene: 16(7), 440-445.
  18. Alasim, H., Nimbarte A. D., Jaridi M., (2019) “ Impact of pulling direction and magnitude of force exertion on the activation of shoulder muscles.” International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics: 69 (2019): 14-22.
  19. Chowdhury S. K., Nimbarte A. D., Hsiao H.,Gopalakrishnan B., Jaridi M., (2018) “ A Biomechanical Shoulder Strain Index Based on Stabilizing Demand of Shoulder Joint .” Ergonomics : 61(12):1657-1670.
  20. Kannegantia, H., Gopalakrishnana, B., Crowe, E., Al-Shebeeb, O., Yelamanchid, T., Nimbarte, A., Currie, K., Abolhassani, A., (2017). “ Specification of energy assessment methodologies to satisfy ISO 50001 energy management standard.” Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments: 27(2017):121-135
  21. Sun, Y., Nimbarte, A. D., and Motabar, H. (2017). “ Physical Risk Factors Associated with the Work-Related Neck/Cervical Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Review.” Industrial and Systems Engineering Review: 5(1): 2017.
  22. Chowdhury, S. K. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2017). “ The effects of exertions, fatigue and window size on the stationarity of the surface electromyography signal.” International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics: 61(2017), 120-125.
  23. Kaiser, J.J., Nimbarte, A.D., Davari, D, Gopalakrishnan, B., and He, X. (2017) “ Study of skin conductance and perceived discomfort of the hand/finger system under controlled atmospheric conditions.” Theoretical Issues in Ergonomics Science: 18(5), 442-454.
  24. Latif H. H., Gopalakrishnan, B., Nimbarte,A.D., and Currie,K. (2017) “ Sustainability index development for manufacturing Industry.” Sustainable Energy Technology and Assessments Journal: 24 (2017): 82-95. doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2017.01.010.
  25. Rohit, F., Kulathumani, V., Kavi, R., Elwarfalli, I., Kecojevic, V. and Nimbarte, A., (2017) “ Real-time drowsiness detection using wearable, lightweight brain sensing headbands.” IET Intelligent Transport Systems: 11(5), 255-263.
  26. Eddy, M., Moore, C., and Nimbarte, A.D., (2017) “ Evaluation of shoulder strain during multi- directional forceful arm exertions .” Occupational Ergonomics: 1:2017, 1-8
  27. Cutlip, K., and Nimbarte, A. D. (2016). “ Multi-direction strenght and perceived discomfort of shoulder complex.” Occupational Ergonomics: 13: 91-99.
  28. Kavuri, A., Prakash, B., Sabniveesu, V., Nimbarte, A., Kulathumani, V., & Kecojevic, V. (2016). “ An adaptive, run-time navigation system for haul trucks in surface mines.” International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment: 1-11.
  29. Sabniveesu, V., Kavuri, A., Kavi, R., Kulathumani,V., Kecojevic, V., and Nimbarte, A.,(2015) “ Use of wireless, ad-hoc networks for proximity warning and collision avoidance in surface mines.” International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment: 29:5, 331-346.
  30. Sivak-Callcott, J. A., Mancinelli, C.A., and Nimbarte, A. D. (2015). “ Cervical Occupational Hazards in Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery: What do we know? What can we do?.” Current Opinion in Ophthalmology: 26:392–398.
  31. Ning, X., Huang, Y., Hu, B., and Nimbarte, A. D. (2015). “ Neck kinematics during mobile device operations.” International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics: 48 (2015) 10-15.
  32. Chowdhury, S. K. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2015). “ Comparison of Fourier and Wavelet analysis for fatigue assessment during repetitive dynamic exertion.” Journal of Electromyography & Kinesiology: 25 (2015) 205–213
  33. Cutlip, K., Nimbarte, A. D., Chowdhury, S. K., and Jaridi, M. (2015). “ Evaluation of shoulder stability during forceful arm exertions.” Industrial and Systems Engineering Review: 3(1): 2015.
  34. Nimbarte, A. D., Zreiqat, M. and Ning, X. (2014). “ Impact of shoulder position and fatigue on the flexion-relaxation response in cervical spine.” Clinical Biomechanics 29(3): 277-282.
  35. Moore, C. W., Nimbarte, A. D. and Rajulu, S. (2014). “ Kinematic compatibility between the body and a mock spacesuit during basic upper body motions.” International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics 44(2014): 739-746.
  36. Nimbarte, A. D. (2014). “ Risk of neck musculoskeletal disorders among males and females in lifting exertions .” International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics 44(2014):253-259.
  37. Nimbarte, A. D., Zreiqat, M. and Chowdhury, S. K. (2014). “ Cervical flexion relaxation response to neck muscle fatigue in males and females .” Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology: In press.
  38. Zhou, J., Ning, X., Nimbarte, A. D. and Dai, F. (2014). “ The assessment of material handling strategies in dealing with sudden loading: The effect of uneven ground surface on trunk biomechanical responses.” Ergonomics: 58:2, 259-267.
  39. Moore, C. W., Nimbarte, A. D., Rajulu, S., Ning, X. and Guffey, S. (2014). “ Effect of seat orientation on ingress/egress joint kinematics and reach envelope.” Occupational Ergonomics: 11 (2013) 137-151.
  40. Chowdhury, S. K., Moore, C. W. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2015). “ Effects of lift-assist device on trunk and shoulder kinematics.” International Journal of Occupational Safety and Health: Vol 5 No 1 (2015).
  41. Chowdhury, S. K., Nimbarte, A. D., Jaridi, M. and Creese, R. C. (2013). “ Discrete wavelet transform analysis of surface electromyography for the fatigue assessment of neck and shoulder muscles.” Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology 23(5): 995-1003.
  42. Hu, B., Ning, X. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2013). “ The changes of lumbar muscle flexion-relaxation response due to laterally slanted ground surfaces.” Ergonomics 56(8): 1295-1303.
  43. Moore, C., Nimbarte, A. D. and Sun, Y. (2013). “ Kinematics of cart pushing and pulling under different load weights and surface gradient conditions.” Occupational Ergonomics 11(2-3): 75-84.
  44. Nimbarte, A. D., Alabdulmohsen, R. T., Guffey, S. E. and Etherton, J. (2013). “ The impact of dual-screen monitor use on neck muscle activity and 3D head/neck posture .” IIE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors 1(1):38-49.
  45. Nimbarte, A. D., Chowdhury, S. K. and Cartwright, D. (2013). “ Empirical evaluation of neck muscle fatigue generated by healthcare related exertions .” Safety Science 57: 100-107.
  46. Nimbarte, A. D., Sivak-Callcott, J. A., Zreiqat, M. and Chapman, M. (2013). “ Neck postures and cervical spine loading among microsurgeons operating with loupes and headlamp.” IIE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors 1(4): 215-223.
  47. Nimbarte, A. D., Sun, Y., Jaridi, M. and Hsiao, H. (2013). “ Biomechanical loading of the shoulder complex and lumbosacral joints during dynamic cart pushing task.” Applied Ergonomics 44(5): 841-849.
  48. Moore, C., Nimbarte, A. D., Rajulu, S. and Aghazadeh, F. (2012). “ A study of the kinematics of ingress and egress of upright and recumbent seats .” WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation 41: 1316-1322.
  49. Nabatilan, L. B., Aghazadeh, F., Nimbarte, A. D., Harvey, C. M. and Chowdhury, S. K. (2012). “ Effect of driving experience on visual behavior and driving performance under different driving conditions.” Cognition, Technology & Work 14(4): 355-363.
  50. Nimbarte, A. D., Aghazadeh, F., Ikuma, L. H. and Sun, Y. (2012). “ Evaluation of overhead pushing and pulling exertions on the loading of neck and shoulder musculature .” Human Factors and Ergonomics in Manufacturing & Service Industries 22(4): 317-327.
  51. Nimbarte, A. D., Al Hassan, M. J., Guffey, S. E. and Myers, W. R. (2012). “ Influence of psychosocial stress and personality type on the biomechanical loading of neck and shoulder muscles.” International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics 42(5): 397-405.
  52. Sun, Y. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2012). “ Effect of horizontal pushing and pulling exertions on neck muscle activity.” Occupational Ergonomics 10(4): 155-164.
  53. Hatipkarasulu, G. S., Aghazadeh, F. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2011). “ Loading and recovery behavior of the human lumbar spine under static flexion.” WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation 38(2): 111-122.
  54. Sivak-Callcott, J. A., Diaz, S. R., Ducatman, A., Rosen, C., Nimbarte, A. D. and Sedgeman, J. (2011). “ A survey study of occupational pain and injury in ophthalmic plastic surgeons .” Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 27(1): 28-32.
  55. Nimbarte, A. D. and Li, L. (2011). “ Effects of added weights on the characteristics of vertical ground reaction force during walk-to-run gait transition.” Human Movement 12(1): 81-87.
  56. Nimbarte, A. D., Aghazadeh, F., Ikuma, L. H. and Harvey, C. M. (2010). “ Neck disorders: understanding the physical loads on the cervical spine during static lifting .” Industrial Health 48(2): 145-153.
  57. Nimbarte, A. D., Bogolu, S. R., Aghazadeh, F. and Rajulu, S. L. (2009). “ Isokinetic strength measurement at different speeds using a multipurpose, multiaxial dynamometer .” International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics 15(3): 255-263.
  58. Nimbarte, A. D., Kaz, R. and Li, Z. M. (2008). “ Finger joint motion generated by individual extrinsic muscles: a cadaveric study .” Journal of Orthopedic Surgery and Research 3:27.
  59. Nimbarte, A. D., Amin, M. M. and Aghazadeh, F. (2008). “Oral temperature circadian rhythm and its influence on the physical and mental performance.” Ergonomia IJE&HF 30(3): 221-229.
  60. Li, Z. M. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2006). “ Peripheral median nerve block impairs precision pinch movements.” Clinical Neurophysiology 117(9): 1941-1948.
  61. Nimbarte, A. D., Aghazadeh, F. and Harvey, C. M. (2005). “ Comparison of current U.S. and Canadian cigarette pack warnings.” International Quarterly of Community Health Education 24(1): 3-27.
  62. Nimbarte, A. D., Aghazadeh, F. and Harvey, C. M. (2005). “ Effect of back belt on posture and inter- joint coordination under self selected manual lifting technique.” Occupational Ergonomics 5(4): 219-233.
  63. Aghazadeh, F. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2004). “ Occupational injuries of veterinarians.” Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances 3(10): 709-718.

Refereed Conference Proceedings

  1. Mubarrat*,S.T., Chowdhury,S.K, and Nimbarte, A.D. (2020)  “Predicting shoulder joint reaction forces from 3d body kinematics: a convolutional neural network approach.” Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society's Annual Meeting: October 5-9, Virtual meeting.
  2. Mahareddy,M.K., Gopalakrishnan, B., Abolhassani,A., Nimbarte, A.D. (2016) “Energy Profiling Analysis Based on Energy Assessments for Small Rural Businesses in West Virginia.” Proceedings of 9th International Conference Improving Energy Efficiency in Commercial Buildings and Smart Communities: March 16-18, Frankfurt, Germany
  3. Zhou, J., Ning, X., Nimbarte, A. D. and Dai, B. (2014). “The effect of load holding height on trunk biomechanics during sudden loading.” Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society' Annual Meeting: October 27-31, Chicago, IL, USA.
  4. Cutlip, K., Nimbarte, A. D., Ning, X. and Jaridi, M. (2014). “A biomechanical strain index to evaluate shoulder stress.” Proceedings of the Annual Industrial Systems Engineering Research Conference: May 31-June 33, Montreal, Canada.
  5. Hu, B., Ning, X. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2013). “Changes of lumbar muscle flexion relaxation phenomenon when standing on unilaterally elevated ground.” Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society's Annual Meeting: September 30-October 34, San Diego, CA, USA.
  6. Nimbarte, A. D., Zreiqat, M., Moore, C. and Ning, X. (2013). “Flexion-relaxation response induced by neck extensor muscle fatigue.” Proceedings of the Annual Industrial Systems Engineering Research Conference: May 18-22, San Juan, PR, USA.
  7. Chowdhury, S. K., Nimbarte, A. D., Jaridi, M. and Creese, R. C. (2012). “Assessment of neck muscle fatigue using discrete wavelet transforms of electromyography.” Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society's Annual Meeting: October 22-26, Boston, MA, USA.
  8. Nimbarte, A. D., Zreiqat, M., Chapman, M. and Sivak-Callcott, J. A. (2012). “Physical risk factors for neck pain among oculoplastic surgeons.” Proceedings of the Annual Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference: May 19-23,Orlando, FL, USA.
  9. Sun, Y., Nimbarte, A. D., Jaridi, M. and Hsiao, H. (2012). “Biomechanical loading of shoulder joints during dynamic cart pushing tasks.” Proceedings of the Annual Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference: May 19-23, Orlando, FL, USA.
  10. Sun, Y., Moore, C. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2011). “Musculoskeletal loading during dynamic two-wheeled cart pushing and pulling.” Proceedings of the Institute of Industrial Engineers Annual Conference: May 21-25, Reno, NV, USA.
  11. Nimbarte, A. D., Aghazadeh, F. and Sun, Y. (2010). “Understanding the physical risk factors affecting cervical musculoskeletal disorders.” Proceedings of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society's Annual Meeting: September 27-October 21, San Francisco, CA, USA.
  12. Nimbarte, A. D., Unnikrishnan, A. and Aghazadeh, F. (2010). “Loading of cervical spine during isometric overhead exertions.” Proceedings of the Institute of Industrial Engineers' Annual Conference: June 5-9, Cancún, Mexico.
  13. Nimbarte, A. D., Aghazadeh, F. and Ikuma, L. H. (2009). “Evaluation of risk factors for cervical spine disorders due to manual material handling tasks.” Proceedings of the International Ergonomics Association's Triennial Congress: August 9-14, Beijing, China.
  14. Nimbarte, A. D. (2008). “Evaluation of neck disorders among the construction workers: a laboratory study using electromyography.” Proceedings of the Institute of Industrial Engineers' Annual Conference: May 17-21, Vancouver, Canada.
  15. Nimbarte, A. D., Kaz, R. and Li, Z. M. (2006). “Index finger joint motion generated by individual extrinsic muscles: a cadaveric study.” Proceedings of American Society of Biomechanics' Annual Conference: September 6-9, Blacksburg, VA, USA.
  16. Aghazadeh, F., Nimbarte, A. D., Bairi, M. and Latham, T. (2003). “Cigarette warning labels: A survey.” Proceedings of the International Ergonomics Association's Triennial Congress: August 24-29, Seoul Korea

Non-refereed (abstract peer-reviewed) Conference Proceedings and Presentations

  1. Moore*, C., Nimbarte, A.D., (2019) “Muscle recruitment strategy for musculoskeletal modeling of the shoulder.” Proceedings of the 8th Annual World Conference of the Society for Industrial and Systems Engineering, Baltimore, Maryland, USA, October 17-18.
  2. Moore*, C., Nimbarte, A.D., (2019) “Development of a predictive equation to estimate strain at the shoulder.” Proceedings of the 8th Annual World Conference of the Society for Industrial and Systems Engineering, Baltimore, Maryland, USA, October 17-18.
  3. Eddy*, M., Moore*, C., Nimbarte, A. (2018) “Biomechanical Computation of Shoulder Strain During Multi-Directional Forceful Arm Exertions.” Proceedings of the XXXth Annual Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, June 7-8, 2018.
  4. Motabar, H., Raub, E., Nimbarte, A.D. (2017) “Gender difference in Safe Loading Thresholds for Rotator Cuff Muscles.” Proceedings of the XXIXth Annual Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference, Seattle, WA, USA June 1-2 2017
  5. Chowdhury, S.K., Moore, C., Nimbarte, A.D., (2017) “Evaluation of a construction block lift-assist device.” Presentation at the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers Annual Conference, Pittsburgh, Pensselvenia, USA, May 20-23
  6. Eddy, M., Moore, C., Nimbarte, A. (2017) “Evaluation of shoulder strain during multi-directional forceful arm exertions.” Presentation at the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers Annual Conference, Pittsburgh, Pensselvenia, USA, May 20-23
  7. Zreiqat,M., Nimbarte, A.D. (2017) “Quantify the postfatigue changes and recovery of cervical spine stability.” Poster presentation at Applied Ergonomics Annual Conference, Orlando, Fl, USA, March 27-30
  8. Motabar, H., Raub, E., Nimbarte, A.D., and Nabiyouni, I., (2016) “Loading Thresholds for Rotator Cuff Muscles.” Proceedings of the XXVIIIth Annual Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference, Chicago, Illinois, USA June 9-10, 2016
  9. Chowdhury, S. K. and Nimbarte, A.D., (2016) “Electromyography based global muscle fatigue index formulation” Paper presented at the Annual Industrial Systems Engineering Research Conference: May 21-24, Anaheim, CA, USA.
  10. Kaiser, J., Nimbarte, A., and Davari*, D., (2015) “Hydration study of fingers/hand/nail system to understand mechanism of glove-related injuries.” Proceedings of the XXVIIth Annual Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference, Nashville, Tennessee, USA May 28-29, 2015
  11. Nimbarte, A.D., (2015) “Fatigue induced changes in the stability of the cervical spine.” Proceedings of Industrial and Systems Engineering Research Conference , Nashville, Tennessee, USA May 30- June 2
  12. Zreiqat, M. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2014). “Fatigue induced changes in the cervical spine reflex response.” Proceedings of the XXVI Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 5-6, El Paso, TX, USA.
  13. Cutlip, K., Moore, C., Kaiser, J. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2014). “Evaluation of concavity compression vectors to estimate shoulder stress.” Proceedings of the XXVI Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 5-6, El Paso, TX, USA.
  14. Moore, C., Nimbarte, A. D. and Cutlip, K. (2014). “Toward an understanding of work-related factors affecting shoulder stability.” Proceedings of the XXVI Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 5-6, El Paso, TX, USA.
  15. Cutlip, K., Nimbarte, A. D. and Moore, C. (2013). “Stability of the shoulder complex during manual exertions.” Proceedings of the XXV Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 6-7, Atlanta, GA, USA.
  16. Moore, C., Nimbarte, A. D. and Rajulu, S. (2013). “Effect of display position and direction of motion on the ingress/egress kinematics.” Proceedings of the XXV Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 6-7, Atlanta, GA, USA.
  17. Moore, C., Stewart, B., Nimbarte, A. D. and Jones, J. (2013). “Development of a model to study low back kinematics of working dogs.” Proceedings of the XXV Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 6-7, Atlanta, GA, USA.
  18. Nimbarte, A. D., Chapman, M., Sivak-Callcott, J., Ning, X. and Jaridi, M. (2013). “Biomechanical evaluation of surgical loupes.” Paper presented at the Annual Industrial Systems Engineering Research Conference: May 18-22, San Juan, PR, USA.
  19. Hu, B., Nimbarte, A. D. and Ning, X. (2013). “Back muscle flexion relaxation phenomenon under uneven ground conditions.” Paper presented at the Annual Industrial Systems Engineering Research Conference: May 18-22, San Juan, PR, USA.
  20. Nimbarte, A. D., Chowdhury, S. K. and Cartwright, E. D. (2012). “Impact of physical and psychosocial demand on neck and shoulder muscle fatigue.” Proceedings of the XXIVth Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 7-8, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA.
  21. Moore, C. W., Nimbarte, A. D. and Rajulu, S. (2012). “Study of suited kinematics using an optical motion analysis system.” Proceedings of the XXIVth Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 7-8, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA.
  22. Moore, C. W., Nimbarte, A. D., Rajulu, S., Guffey, S. and Ning, X. (2012). “A study of kinematics during ingress and egress of vertical and horizontal seats.” Proceedings of the XXIVth Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 7-8, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA.
  23. Chapman, M., Nimbarte, A. D., Sivak-Callcott, J. A., Ning, X., Jaridi, M. and Cartwright, E. D. (2012). “Effect of surgical loupe angles on neck muscle activity.” Proceedings of the XXIVth Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 7-8, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA.
  24. Al Hassan, M., Nimbarte, A. D., Guffey, S. E. and Myers, W. R. (2011). “Understanding the effect of physical and cognitive stress, and personality type on loading of neck and shoulder muscles.” Proceedings of the XXIII Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 08-10, Baltimore, MD, USA.
  25. Nimbarte, A. D., Sivak-Callcott, J. and Sun, Y. (2011). “Working postures commonly adopted by the surgeons operating with surgical loupes.” Proceedings of the XXIII Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 08-10, Baltimore, MD, USA.
  26. Nimbarte, A. D., Moore, C., Sun, Y. and Meador, J. (2011). “Biomechanical evaluation of concrete block handling tool.” Paper presented at the Annual Institute of Industrial Engineers Conference: May 21-25, Reno, NV, USA.
  27. Nimbarte, A. D., Alabdulmohsen, R. T., Sun, Y., Moore, C. and Alhassan, A. (2011). “Effect of single/dual monitor use on behavior of neck-shoulder musculature.” Paper presented at the Annual Institute of Industrial Engineers Conference: May 21-25, Reno, NV, USA.
  28. Nimbarte, A. D., Sun, Y., Sivak-Callcott, J. and Li, J. (2011). “Cervical load due to operating with surgical loupes.” Paper presented at the 14th Annual Applied Ergonomics Conference: March 21- 24, Orlando, FL, USA.
  29. Sivak-Callcott, J. A., Diaz, S. R., Ducatman, A. M., Rosen, C. L., Nimbarte, A. D. and Sedgeman, J. A. (2011). “Occupational pain and injury in ophthalmic plastic surgeons.” Paper presented at the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeons' Spring Meeting: May 12-15, Amelia Island, FL, USA.
  30. Sivak-Callcott, J. A., Nimbarte, A. D. and Gritsenko, V. (2011). “Quantification of cervical spine load.” Paper presented at the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeons' Spring Meeting: May 12-15, Amelia Island, FL, USA.
  31. Nimbarte, A. D., Sun, Y. and Aghazadeh, F. (2010). “Effect of overhead pushing and pulling exertions on the cervical spine loading.” Proceedings of the XXII Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 05-07, Phoenix, AZ, USA.
  32. Aghazadeh, F., Fonseca, A. A., Nimbarte, A. D. and De Hoop, C. F. (2009). “Noise level in forest logging industry and hearing loss of loggers.” Paper presented at the International Ergonomics Association's Triennial Congress: August 9-14, Beijing, China.
  33. Nimbarte, A. D., Aghazadeh, F. and Ikuma, L. H. (2009). “Loading of the cervical spine during isometric lifting tasks.” Proceedings of the XXI Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 11-12, Dallas, TX, USA.
  34. Nimbarte, A. D., Aghazadeh, F. and Ikuma, L. H. (2008). “Understanding the contribution of neck muscles during isometric lifting tasks.” Proceedings of the XX Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: June 12-13, Chicago, IL, USA.
  35. Li, Z. M., Tang, J., Chakan, M. C., Nimbarte, A. D. and Kaz, R. (2006). “Carpal tunnel expansion by stretching the transverse carpal ligament.” Proceedings of the World Congress of Biomechanics: July 29 - August 24, Munich, Germany.
  36. Nimbarte, A. D. and Li, L. (2005). “The ground reaction forces and the gait transitional behavior relationship are influenced by additional weight.” Poster presented at the Annual American College of Sports Medicine Conference: June 1 - 4, Nashville, TN, USA.
  37. Nimbarte, A. D. and Aghazadeh, F. (2004). “Postural changes caused by back belt.” Proceedings of the XVIII Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference: May 19-22, Houston, TX, USA.

Other Publications

  1. Nimbarte, A. D., Kaz, R., Yoo, Y. and Li, Z. M. (2006). “Index finger joint motion actuated by individual extrinsic muscles: a cadaveric study.” Proceedings of the Pittsburgh Orthopedics Journal.
  2. Nimbarte, A. D. and Li, Z. M. (2006). “Carpal tunnel pressure regulated by wrist position.” Proceedings of the Pittsburgh Orthopedics Journal.
  3. Nimbarte, A. D., Tang, J. and Li, Z. M. (2006). “Carpal tunnel pressure elevated by the externally applied force.” Proceedings of the Pittsburgh Orthopedics Journal.
  4. Li, Z. M. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2006). “Peripheral median nerve lesion impairs precision pinch movements.” Proceedings of the Pittsburgh Orthopedics Journal.
  5. Li, Z. M., Tang, J., Chakan, M. C., Kaz, R. and Nimbarte, A. D. (2006). “Carpal tunnel expansion by stretching the transverse carpal ligament.” Proceedings of the Pittsburgh Orthopedics Journal.

Invited Lectures and Presentations

  1. Nimbarte, A. D. (2013). “Protecting yourself in the operating room.” American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting: New Orleans, LA, November 16-19.
  2. Nimbarte, A. D. (2011). “Biomechanics research methods/tools used in ergonomics.” Occupational Medicine Rounds, Institute of Occupational and Environmental Health, West Virginia University: Morgantown, WV, February 14.
  3. Nimbarte, A. D. (2011). “Evaluation of work-related neck disorders using a biomechanical approach.” Meeting of Northern WV Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE): Morgantown, WV, March 17.
  4. Nimbarte, A. D. (2009). “Work related neck/cervical spine disorders.” Occupational Medicine Rounds, Institute of Occupational and Environmental Health, West Virginia University: Morgantown, WV, December 8
  5. Nimbarte, A. D. (2009). “Physical risk factors associated with work related cervical spine disorders.” Meeting of Northern WV Chapter of the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE): Morgantown, WV, October 15.