A Purdue University assistant professor with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University and a B.E. from the University of Pune. Research focuses on biomechanics, human movement control, and motor behavior. Co-directs a biomechanics lab and holds a faculty associate role at a center on aging. Published extensively in journals like J Biomech and Exp Brain Res, with expertise in gait analysis and prehension. Awarded Outstanding Graduate Faculty Teacher and presidential fellowships. Teaches courses on biomechanics and motor skill foundations.