Jessica Isaacs, PhD

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

“As a biomechanical engineer, instead of applying forces to a bridge, I apply them to the human body.”

Engineering safer outcomes through science! Dr. Jessica Isaacs is a biomechanical engineer who studies how forces from crashes, falls, and other high-energy events affect the human body. By analyzing everything from spinal motion to helmet performance, she uncovers the “why” behind injuries which can translate into smarter, safer design solutions. Her work sits at the powerful intersection of engineering and injury—proving that understanding how we get hurt is key to building a safer world.

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