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Webinar on Thursday (10/17) and More OpenSim News
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 15 Oct '13

15 Oct '13

*Tune in on Thursday to the next OpenSim webinar* Miniature Implants for Hand Tendon-Transfer Surgery: A Simulation- and Experiment-Based Study* *Ravi Balasubramanian, Oregon State University Thursday, October 17, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time Read more and register<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=81> Dr. Balasubramanian is the winner of a 2013 NCSRR Outstanding Researcher Award. He will describe his work combining OpenSim simulations with cadaver experiments to help design surgeries with the new implants. *Find tools to help prepare your motion data for OpenSim* We've created a page in the OpenSim User's Guide to help you find resources for processing experimental motion data. The table on the page includes scripts and utilities created by members of the OpenSim community around the world. Check it out<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/display/OpenSim/Tools+for+Prepari…>and let us know if you have other tools to share. * Follow the OpenSim Project on Twitter * The OpenSim project is now on Twitter. Follow us to get updates on the latest news and events related to OpenSim at Stanford and around the world. Follow @OpenSimSU <https://twitter.com/OpenSimSU> *Apply for the OpenSim Fellows Program* This month we will begin reviewing the first round of applications for the OpenSim Fellows Program <http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html>– a new initiative from the OpenSim project and the National Center for Simulation in Rehabilitation Research. Submit your applications soon! The goal of the OpenSim Fellows Program is to cultivate and engage a community of OpenSimexperts who will collectively advance the field of neuro-musculoskeletal modeling and simulation. Read more and learn how to apply<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html> . -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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OpenSim News, Upcoming Events, and Opportunities
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 30 Sep '13

30 Sep '13

*OpenSim Project Wins a Duke's Choice Award* The Duke's Choice Awards from Oracle and the Java community honor organizations and developers for their creative and innovative uses of Java technology. Ayman Habib accepted the award on behalf of OpenSim team at the recent JavaOne conference, attended by 60,000 people, in San Francisco from September 22-26. Read more here<http://www.oraclejavamagazine-digital.com/javamagazinestandalone/dukeschoic…> . * Tune in to the Next OpenSim Webinar* Miniature Implants for Hand Tendon-Transfer Surgery: A Simulation- and Experiment-Based Study* *Ravi Balasubramanian, Oregon State University Thursday, October 17, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time Read more and register<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=81> Missed a webinar? You can also watch past webinar recordings<http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGBiefGDmSuR5NbZFuGOrjnTBx--H-H3C> . *Follow the OpenSim Project on Twitter * The OpenSim project is now on Twitter. Follow us to get updates on the latest news and events related to OpenSim at Stanford and around the world. Follow @OpenSimSU <https://twitter.com/OpenSimSU> * Apply for the OpenSim Fellows Program* We are pleased to announce the OpenSim Fellows Program <http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html>– a new initiative from the OpenSim project and the National Center for Simulation in Rehabilitation Research. The goal of the OpenSim Fellows Program is to cultivate and engage a community of OpenSim experts who will collectively advance the field of neuro-musculoskeletal modeling and simulation. Read more and learn how to apply<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html> . * Apply for our Postdoctoral Fellowship Opening* We have an immediate opening for postdoctoral fellows to work in the Human Performance Laboratory at Stanford University. We are searching for an outstanding individual to study musculoskeletal dynamics and lead research projects in injury prevention and human performance optimization. Read more and learn how to apply.<http://biomch-l.isbweb.org/threads/25220-Postdoctoral-Fellowship-Stanford-U…> -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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OpenSim Events and Opportunities
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 17 Sep '13

17 Sep '13

*Upcoming OpenSim Webinar* Measuring and Incorporating Subject-Specific Muscle Parameters in Post-Stroke Gait Simulations* *Jill Higginson, Brian A. Knarr, and John W. Ramsay, University of Delaware Thursday, September 19, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time Read more and register<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=81&titl…> Missed a webinar? You can also watch past webinar recordings<http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGBiefGDmSuR5NbZFuGOrjnTBx--H-H3C> . *Postdoctoral Fellowship Opening* We have an immediate opening for postdoctoral fellows to work in the Human Performance Laboratory at Stanford University. We are searching for an outstanding individual to study musculoskeletal dynamics and lead research projects in injury prevention and human performance optimization. Read more and learn how to apply.<http://biomch-l.isbweb.org/threads/25220-Postdoctoral-Fellowship-Stanford-U…> *New OpenSim Fellows Program* We are pleased to announce the OpenSim Fellows Program <http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html>– a new initiative from the OpenSim project and the National Center for Simulation in Rehabilitation Research. The goal of the OpenSim Fellows Program is to cultivate and engage a community of OpenSim experts who will collectively advance the field of neuro-musculoskeletal modeling and simulation. Read more and learn how to apply<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html> . -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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OpenSim News, Events, and Opportunities
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 28 Aug '13

28 Aug '13

*Participate in the next OpenSim Webinar* Measuring and Incorporating Subject-Specific Muscle Parameters in Post-Stroke Gait Simulations* *Jill Higginson, Brian A. Knarr, and John W. Ramsay, University of Delaware Thursday, September 19, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time Read more and register<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=81&titl…> *Find OpenSim models for research and teaching* We created a new Musculoskeletal Models Wiki<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/display/OpenSim/Musculoskeletal+M…>Page<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/display/OpenSim/Musculoskeletal+M…>to summarize key information (e.g. authors, intended uses, and download info) for publicly available OpenSim models. The table is designed to help users find models and help authors educate users. If you are a model author, feel free to edit your entry. If there are models that we've missed, please let us know and we'll add them to the list. *Learn about a new DARPA funding opportunity on injury reduction and performance enhancement* A new funding opportunity<https://www.fbo.gov/spg/ODA/DARPA/CMO/DARPA-BAA-13-43/listing.html>has recently been released for the DARPA Warrior Web program, which seeks to develop a soft, conformal undersuit to reduce injury and enhance performance of soldiers. The OpenSim software platform is the Warrior Web's preferred biomechanical modeling environment<http://opensim.stanford.edu/support/darpa_warrior_web.html>. For those who wish to learn more about the Warrior Web opportunity, DARPA is holding a Proposers' Day<https://safe.sysplan.com/confsys/warrior_web_b/>on September 5 in Arlington, VA. *Submit your Pilot Project Proposals* The National Center for Simulation in Rehabilitation Research (NCSRR) and OpenSim project at Stanford seek proposals for our pilot project program. The program awards seed grants to innovative and meritorious projects that will accelerate the use of simulation in rehabilitation research. Applications are due by August 30. Read more and learn how to apply.<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/pilot.html> *Apply to be an OpenSim Fellow* We are pleased to announce the OpenSim Fellows Program <http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html>– a new initiative from the OpenSim project and the National Center for Simulation in Rehabilitation Research. The goal of the OpenSim Fellows Program is to cultivate and engage a community of OpenSim experts who will collectively advance the field of neuro-musculoskeletal modeling and simulation. Read more and learn how to apply<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html> . -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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Call for Applications to the OpenSim Fellows Program
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 22 Aug '13

22 Aug '13

We are pleased to announce the OpenSim Fellows Program <http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html>– a new initiative from the OpenSim project and the National Center for Simulation in Rehabilitation Research. The goal of the OpenSim Fellows Program is to cultivate and engage a community of OpenSim experts who will collectively advance the field of neuro-musculoskeletal modeling and simulation. The full details<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html>of the program, including benefits<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html#Benefits>and responsibilities<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html#Responsibilities>are available on our website. Some of the benefits include participation in a biannual Fellows symposium, access to support, and recognition as a Fellow and recommended OpenSim consultant. The OpenSim Fellows will help to grow and sustain the modeling and simulation community by 1) training the next generation of researchers; 2) encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration; 3) sharing models, data, and software; 4) advocating for model validation; and 5) demonstrating simulation best practices. The application<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/fellows.html#ApplicationProce…>includes a CV, two representative publications, five short essays, and two letters of endorsement. Applicants must demonstrate OpenSim expertise and contributions to the community. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Please let us know if you have any questions about the program or the application process. Best wishes, Jen -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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Upcoming Webinar and More OpenSim News
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 06 Aug '13

06 Aug '13

We're excited to announce the next webinar in our series, as well as several other upcoming events and opportunities. *Participate in our next webinar* To Create 3D Muscle Models or Not: That Is the Question* *Silvia Salinas Blemker, University of Virginia Thursday, August 15, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time Read more and register<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=79&titl…> *Download OpenSim 3.1* OpenSim 3.1 includes expanded scripting capabilities, enhancements to the graphical user interface, many new modeling components, new examples, and important bug fixes. Read more about the new features<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=5114…>we've added for OpenSim 3.1 and download the software <https://simtk.org/project/xml/downloads.xml?group_id=91>. *Try out our new and updated examples* We've continued to expand the library of OpenSim examples. Some of our new or recently updated examples, include: - Simulation-Based Design to Reduce Metabolic Cost<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/display/OpenSim/Simulation-Based+…>, featuring many example GUI scripts - Simulation-Based Design to Prevent Ankle Injuries<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/display/OpenSim/Simulation-Based+…>, demonstrating the new simulation toolbar - Dynamic Walking Challenge: Go the Distance!<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=5113…>, including many Matlab model-building and simulation scripts We have also posted several examples from the advanced modeling and simulation course offered at Stanford this past spring: - Pulling Out the Stops: Designing a Muscle for a Tug-of-War Competition<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/display/OpenSim/Pulling+Out+the+S…> - Sky High: Coordinating Muscles for Optimal Jump Performance<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/display/OpenSim/Sky+High%3A+Coord…> - From the Ground Up: Building a Passive Dynamic Walker Model<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/display/OpenSim/From+the+Ground+U…> *Submit Proposals to the NCSRR Pilot Project Program* The National Center for Simulation in Rehabilitation Research (NCSRR) and OpenSim project at Stanford seek proposals for our pilot project program. The program awards seed grants to innovative and meritorious projects that will accelerate the use of simulation in rehabilitation research. Applications are due by August 30. Read more and learn how to apply.<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/pilot.html> -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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OpenSim 3.1 Software Release, Workshops, and Pilot Project Program
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 25 Jul '13

25 Jul '13

We are excited to announce a new OpenSim software release, as well as remind you of several upcoming training events and our pilot project program: *Download OpenSim 3.1* OpenSim 3.1 includes expanded scripting capabilities, enhancements to the graphical user interface, many new modeling components, new examples, and important bug fixes. Read more about the new features<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=5114…>we've added for OpenSim 3.1 and download the software <https://simtk.org/project/xml/downloads.xml?group_id=91>. *Participate in the OpenSim Tutorial at ISB in Brazil* We invite all ISB participants to take part in the OpenSim Tutorial on Sunday August 4 at 4:15pm. The tutorial will feature an update on the latest OpenSim software and research, demos, and a hands-on exercise. To participate: 1) Sign up for the tutorial on the ISB website<http://www.isbbrazil.com/conteudo/view?ID_CONTEUDO=843> . 2) Install OpenSim 3.1<https://simtk.org/project/xml/downloads.xml?group_id=91>and bring your laptop (or be ready to team up with another participant). Read more on the workshop website.<http://simtk-confluence.stanford.edu:8080/display/OpenSim/ISB+Tutorial+Augu…> *Apply for the OpenSim Advanced User Workshop* We are now accepting applications for a 3-day, project-based workshop on the Stanford campus from August 28-30. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the workshop is full. Read more and learn how to apply.<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=75&titl…> *Submit Proposals to the NCSRR Pilot Project Program* The National Center for Simulation in Rehabilitation Research (NCSRR) and OpenSim project at Stanford seek proposals for our pilot project program. The program awards seed grants to innovative and meritorious projects that will accelerate the use of simulation in rehabilitation research. Applications are due by August 30. Read more and learn how to apply.<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/pilot.html> -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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Upcoming Events: Webinar and Advanced User Workshop
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 05 Jul '13

05 Jul '13

We have several upcoming events for the OpenSim community, including a webinar on July 16, an advanced user workshop on the Stanford campus in late August, and a tutorial at ISB in Brazil. *Webinar: All Models Are NOT Wrong (Contrary to Popular Belief) *Wendy Murray, Northwestern University July 16, 2013 at 9:30 am PDT Read more and register<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=77&titl…> *OpenSim Tutorial at ISB: New Developments and Future Directions* Scott Delp, Tim Dorn, Matt DeMers August 4, 2013 in Natal, Brazil Read more<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=71&titl…> *Advanced User Workshop at Stanford* *University* The Stanford OpenSim team August 28-30, 2013 in Stanford, CA We are now accepting applications for a 3-day, project-based workshop on the Stanford campus. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the workshop is full. Read more and learn how to apply<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=75&titl…> . *Workshop on Neuromusculoskeletal Modeling for Neurorehabilitation Technologies* Massimo Sartori, University Medical Center Goettingen, Monica Reggiani, University of Padova, and Juan Moreno, CSIC September 15-20, 2013 at the Summer School on Neurorehabilitation in Elche (Alicante), Spain Read more <http://www.car.upm-csic.es/bioingenieria/SSNR2013/workshop_neuromusculoskel…> *Interested in running your own OpenSim workshop or giving a webinar?* Let us know! Send a brief proposal including topic, location, dates to jenhicks(a)stanford.edu. -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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Call for Proposals: OpenSim/NCSRR Pilot Project Program
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 01 Jul '13

01 Jul '13

The National Center for Simulation in Rehabilitation Research (NCSRR) and OpenSim project at Stanford seek proposals for our pilot project program. The program awards seed grants to innovative and meritorious projects that will accelerate the use of simulation in rehabilitation research. Our intent is to engage rehabilitation research experts to demonstrate the use of biomechanical simulations in novel areas and to help enhance the OpenSim software for rehabilitation science. Pilot project awardees may request funding (up to $25,000) for their research. In addition, the program launches awardees into leadership roles within the NCSRR network. Projects should have a strong scientific component and demonstrate a clear alignment with the NCSRR’s mission<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html>. Research proposals (up to 3 pages) should provide a scientific description of the project to be performed and convey the impact on rehabilitation and the biomechanical simulation community. Applications must also include a description of funding and other support requested. More information and the application packet can be found at the following website: http://opensim.stanford.edu/support/pilot.html All application materials must be received by midnight on August 30, 2013. Winners will be announced by November 2013 with funding to start in 2014. 1) Written proposals and supporting materials should be sent electronically, preferably as a single PDF, to Jennifer Hicks at opensim(a)stanford.edu 2) You must also complete the online application/registration form<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEdreTVSc21TeU9rQzF3MW…> . We look forward to reviewing another excellent set of proposals in our third year of the pilot project program. Best Wishes, Jen Hicks -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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OpenSim Events and News
by opensim-announcement＠simtk.org 24 May '13

24 May '13

*Participate in Upcoming Events* There are many OpenSim-related events coming up this summer, including a webinar and several workshops and tutorials: *Webinar: Muscle Excitation-driven Musculoskeletal Modeling and Future Applications to Neurorehabilitation Technologies *Massimo Sartori, University Medical Center Gottingen, and Claudio Pizzolato, Griffith University June 6, 2013 at 2:00 pm PDT Read more and register<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=69&titl…> *OpenSim Tutorial at the Dynamic Walking Conference * Ajay Seth, Daniel Jacobs, Chris Dembia, and Scott Delp, Stanford University June 10, 2013 in Pittsburgh, PA Read more<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=61&titl…> *SIMM and OpenSim Workshop at The Royal Veterinary College* John Hutchinson, Royal Veterinary College June 18-19 in London, UK Read more<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=67&titl…> <http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=61&titl…> *OpenSim Workshop at the International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotic* s Kat Steele, Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, and Jeff Reinbolt, University of Tennessee June 26, 2013 in Seattle, WA Read more<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=65&titl…> *Workshop at EMBC: Developing the Virtual Physiological Human, featuring the MAP Client* David Nickerson and colleagues, University of Auckland July 3, 2013 in Osaka, Japan Read more<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=73&titl…> *OpenSim Tutorial at ISB: New developments and future directions* Scott Delp and the OpenSim team August 4, 2013 in Natal, Brazil Read more<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/support/event_details.html?id=71&titl…> *Workshop on Neuromusculoskeletal Modeling for Neurorehabilitation Technologies* Massimo Sartori, University Medical Center Goettingen, Monica Reggiani, University of Padova, and Juan Moreno, CSIC September 15-20, 2013 at the Summer School on Neurorehabilitation in Elche (Alicante), Spain Read more <http://www.car.upm-csic.es/bioingenieria/SSNR2013/workshop_neuromusculoskel…> *Interested in running your own OpenSim workshop or giving a webinar?* Let us know! Send a brief proposal including topic, location, dates to jenhicks(a)stanford.edu. *Sign up to be a Beta Tester* We are ramping up for the release of OpenSim 3.1, which will include scripting enhancements, new plotting functionality, muscle model refinements, and more. Sign up to be a beta tester<https://simtk.org/mailman/listinfo/opensim-testers>and get early access to these new features. -- *Jennifer Hicks, Ph.D.* Associate Director | NCSRR<http://www.stanford.edu/group/opensim/about/index.html> R&D Manager | OpenSim <http://opensim.stanford.edu/> Stanford University 650-498-4403 | jenhicks(a)stanford.edu

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