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Allison Altman, Ph.D.

Postdoc Research Scientist
University of Pennsylvania

HOMETOWN
Wilmington, DE

EDUCATION
Ph.D. Biomechanics & Movement Science, 2012, University of Delaware, Newark, DE
M.S. Biomechanics & Movement Science, 2009, University of Delaware, Newark, DE
B.S. Biomedical Engineering, 2007, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Biomechanics of Running Injuries
Motion Analysis
Musculoskeletal Modeling
MicroCT Imaging and Analysis
In vivo MicroCT Imaging

MANUSCRIPTS

1. Lan, S, Luo, S, Huh, BK, Chandra, A, Altman, AR, Qin, L, Liu, XS. 3D Image Registration is Critical to Ensure Accurate Detection of Longitudinal Changes in Trabecular Bone Density, Microstructure, and Stiffness Measurements in Rat Tibiae by In Vivo Micro Computed Tomography (µCT). Bone. 2013 (In Press)
2. Chandra, A, Lan, S, Zhu, J, Siclari, V, Altman, AR, Cengel K, Liu, XS, Qin, L. PTH Prevents the Adverse Effects of Focal Radiation on Bone Architecture in Young Rats. Bone. 2013 Mar 4 [epub ahead of print]
3. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. Barefoot Running: Biomechanics and Implications for Running Injuries. Current Sports Medicine Reports. Invited publication, in review.
4. Altman, AR, Reisman, DS, Higginson, JS, Davis, IS. A kinematic comparison of split-belt and single-belt treadmill walking and the effects of accommodation. Gait & Posture. 2011 Oct 18 [epub ahead of print]
5. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. A kinematic method for footstrike pattern detection in barefoot and shod runners. Gait & Posture. 2011 Nov 10 [epub ahead of print]
6. Miller, TL, Zhu, Y, Altman, AR, Dysart, K, & Shaffer, TH. Sequential alterations in tracheal mechanical properties in the neonatal lamb: Effects of mechanical ventilation. Pediatr Pulmonol. 2007; 42(2):141-14
7. Miller, TL, Altman, AR, Tsuda, T, & Shaffer, TH. A novel ultrasound imaging method and preparation for the in vivo evaluation of tracheal kinetics and mechanics. J Biomech. 2007; 40(7):1615-1621

ABSTRACTS

1. Altman, AR, Huh, BK, Tseng, W-J, Chandra, A, Qin, L, Liu, XS. A Closer Look at the Immediate Trabeculae Response to Combined Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) and Alendronate (ALN) Treatment. Poster Presentation. American Society for Bone and Mineral Research Annual Meeting, Baltimore, MD, 2013.
2. Altman, AR, Breitton, K, Zhao, G, Huh, BK, Tseng, W-J, Wang, JHC, Liu, XS. Intensive treadmill running induces microstructural deterioration in mouse femoral trabecular bone. Poster Presentation. American Society for Bone and Mineral Research Annual Meeting, Baltimore, MD, 2013.
3. de Bakker, CMJ, Altman, AR, Tseng, W-J, Tribble, MB, Huh, BK, Chandra, A, Qin, L, Liu, XS. In Vivo Bone Dynamic Imaging Reveals Increased Bone Formation and Inhibited Bone Resorption in Rat Tibia in Response to Combined Alendronate (ALN) and PTH Treatment. American Society for Bone and Mineral Research Annual Meeting, Baltimore, MD, 2013.
4. Altman, AR, Huh, BK, Chandra, A, Tseng, WJ, Qin, L, Liu, XS. 3D in vivo dynamic imaging of PTH's anabolic action. Podium Presentation. American Society of Mechanical Engineers Summer Bioengineering Conference, Sunriver, OR, 2013
5. Altman, AR, Huh, BK, Luo, S, Chandra, A, Qin, L, Liu, XS. A closer look at the immediate trabecular response to combined parathyroid hormone and alendronate treatment. Podium Presentation. Orthopaedic Research Society, San Antonio, TX, 2013
6. Huh, BK, Luo, S, Altman, AR, Chandra A, Lan, S, Qin, L, Liu, XS. Age-dependent responses in 3D architectural developmental patterns in the rat tibia to daily parathyroid hormone administration. Poster Presentation. Orthopaedic Research Society, San Antonio, TX, 2013
7. Luo, S, Shenghui L, Chandra, A, Huh, BK, Altman, AR, Qin, L, Liu, XS. 3D image registration is critical to ensure accurate detection of longitudinal changes in bone microstructure and mineral density measurements in rats by in vivo micro computed tomography. Poster Presentation. Orthopaedic Research Society, San Antonio, TX, 2013
8. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. Comparison of tibial strains and strain rates in barefoot and shod running. Podium Presentation. American Society of Biomechanics, Gainsville, FL, 2012
9. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. Running-related injuries during the transition from shod to barefoot running. Thematic Poster Presentation. American College of Sports Medicine, San Francisco, CA, 2011
10. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. Do barefoot runners display more variability in footstrike mechanics than shod runners? American Society of Biomechanics, Long Beach, CA, 2011
11. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. Comparing barefoot running to an altered strike pattern in shoes. Thematic Poster Presentation. American College of Sports Medicine, Denver, CO, 2011
12. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. A kinematic method for footstrike pattern detection. Poster Presentation. American Society of Biomechanics, Providence, RI, 2010
13. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. Impact loading can be reduced with a midfoot strike pattern. Poster Presentation. American College of Sports Medicine, Baltimore, MD, 2010
14. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. Is midfoot striking during running advantageous over rearfoot or forefoot striking? Poster Presentation. American Society of Biomechanics, State College, PA, 2009
15. Altman, AR, Davis, IS. Muscle onset timing in subjects trained to reduce tibial shock. Poster Presentation. American College of Sports Medicine, Seattle, WA, 2009
16. Altman, AR, Barrios J, Pohl, MB, Davis, IS. A 3D kinematic comparison between single-belt and split-belt treadmill walking. Poster Presentation. North American Congress on Biomechanics, Ann Arbor, MI, 2008
17. Altman, AR, Pohl, MB, Davis, IS. A Comparison of Split-Belt and Single Belt Treadmill Walking Over Time. Podium Presentation. American College of Sports Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, 2008
18. Miller, TL, Zhu, Y, Altman, AR, Dysart, K, Wolfson, MR, & Shaffer, TH. Mechanical ventilation of the neonatal airway: Sequential changes in mechanical properties and concomitant marker of tissue modeling. PAS 2006: 59: 467
19. Miller, TL, Altman, AR, Tsuda, T, & Shaffer, TH. A novel ultrasound imaging method for the in vivo evaluation of kinetics and mechanics in the ventilated neonatal trachea. Proceedings of the American Thoracic Society 3:A679, 2006

HONORS & AWARDS

• Young Investigator Award, AAOS/ORS Bone Quality and Fracture Prevention Research Symposium, 2013
  
• Force & Motion Travel Scholarship, Advanced Mechanical Technology Inc., 2011
  
• ASB Grant-In-Aid, American Society of Biomechanics, 2011
  
• Alumni Enrichment Award, University of Delaware Alumni Office, 2011
  
• ACSM Student Travel Award, Biomechanics Interest Group of the American College of Sports Medicine, 2010
  
• Professional Development Award, University of Delaware Graduate Office, 2008 & 2009