
Students in mechanical, automotive and materials engineering professor Eunsik Kim’s Occupational Safety and Ergonomics research lab are winning notice for their work to apply virtual reality to address issues in the physical world.
Master’s student Ifeoma Michael and doctoral student Elnaz Akhavan Rezaee each received awards for their presentations at the Association of Canadian Ergonomists conference, “Optimizing Human Performance,” in Calgary in October.
Dr. Kim said the awards are a testament to their hard work and the meaningful impact of their studies.
“The innovative research conducted by Ifeoma Michael and Elnaz Akhavan Rezaee truly exemplifies the forward-thinking approach we champion in our lab,” he said. “Their dedication to integrating virtual reality with ergonomics and transportation safety not only advances academic understanding but also holds remarkable potential for real-world applications. I am incredibly proud of their achievements and look forward to their ongoing contributions to the field.”
Michael’s research offers a glimpse of a future where professionals can work more efficiently, no matter where they are.