Hi, I'm Ryan Foley
Researcher • Academic • Innovator
I specialize in Neuromechanics & Ergonomics with a focus on fatigue prediction and muscle physiology. My work explores the intersection of biomechanics and workplace ergonomics, contributing to advancing our understanding of human performance optimization.
Currently a PhD Candidate at Ontario Tech University, I've published peer-reviewed research and developed tools that contribute to the basic understanding of neuromuscular fatigue and application in manufacturing settings.
Publications
See Google Scholar for all my peer-reviewed publications
A comprehensive scoping review and meta-analysis of upper limb strength asymmetry
A systematic review examining handedness effects on upper limb strength, providing comprehensive evidence for strength asymmetries across populations.
Estimates of persistent inward current in human motor neurons during postural sway
Investigation into motor neuron excitability during postural control, revealing insights into spinal mechanisms underlying balance maintenance.
Effects of a band loop on lower extremity muscle activity and kinematics during the barbell squat
Biomechanical analysis examining how resistance bands affect squat mechanics and muscle activation patterns during strength training.
Tools & Software
Open-source contributions and research tools
SETT - Static Endurance Time Tool
Interactive web application for calculating muscular endurance capacity based on contraction intensity. Features 31 endurance time models organized by body region with bidirectional calculations and model comparison capabilities for ergonomic assessment and fatigue research.
Force Profile Generator
Generates force-time profiles for neuromuscular fatigue modeling. Create complex force profiles, visualize patterns, combine multiple profiles for work simulations, and export data for analysis.
MU Edit To OpenHDEMG
Tool for converting MUEdit data to OpenHDEMG format. Facilitates seamless data processing workflows for high-density EMG analysis.
Work Profile Generator
A worksheet that takes several force profile inputs of jobs or cycles and can append them to create complex work schedules for use in force-time history dependent fatigue modelling use cases.
Latest Insights
Thoughts on research, technology, and academia
Curriculum Vitae
My complete academic curriculum vitae includes my education, research publications, work experience, grants, awards, teaching experience, and professional service contributions.
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Let's Connect
Open to collaborations, discussions, and opportunities
ryan.foley@ontariotechu.ca
Phone
+1 (416) 268-6797
Position
Kinesiology Lab Technician, Instructor, PhD Candidate
Faculty of Health Sciences
Ontario Tech University
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada