Ning, Xiaopeng

Education
PhD: Iowa State University - Industrial Engineering 
MS: Iowa State University - Agricultural Engineering 
BS: Beijing Institute of Technology - Electronics Engineering

Dr. Ning's research interests are in the area of industrial ergonomics, spine biomechanics and work stress modeling. His previous research has been focusing on the assessment of occupational risk factors as well as the basic biomechanics of human body, where he strives to reveal the underlining mechanisms that cause physical dysfunctions among workers from different industries. His recent work focuses on the investigation of basic biomechanical functions of low back musculature and the development of a new work-rest scheduling model.

Research Focus Areas

Industrial and Management Systems
Health and Safety

Research Interests

Human Factors and Ergonomics 
Occupational Safety 
Spine Biomechanics 
Work Stress Modeling 
Safety Engineering

Teaching Interests

Industrial Ergonomics 
Human Factors 
Spine Biomechanics 
Safety Engineering

Professional Societies

Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 
Institute of Industrial Engineers 
American Society of Biomechanics