PhD Student
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Marion Hagstrom is a PhD student in the Goldfarb Lab at Vanderbilt, part of the Center for Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology (CREATE). Her work explores semi-powered knee control solutions for non-ballistic movements, such as backward walking and cycling. The scope of her dissertation will include the design and control of affordable microprocessor-controlled prosthetic knees.
Marion volunteered at a prosthetic clinic for two years during her undergraduate studies in biomedical engineering at the University of Florida. This experience ultimately led to her passion for improving accessibility, safety, and mobility for individuals with limb loss. Her favorite part of her day is catching up with the participants she works with and learning from their input and experiences.
In addition to her research, she leads student engagement as the Mechanical Engineering Graduate Association president, mentors undergraduates in engineering research, and gives outreach courses on prosthetics and accessible design to middle and high school students.
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Development of a Backward Walking Controller for a Semi-Powered Microprocessor Knee
Thursday, February 19, 2026
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM CDT