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Jonathan Kusins is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of computational biomechanics and orthopedic surgical optimization. His primary research areas include finite element modeling of the shoulder, experimental validation using digital volume correlation, and the mechanics of bone burring for surgical robotics. Kusins’ most significant contribution is in the rigorous validation of subject-specific finite element models (FEMs) of the scapula, a critical step for improving preclinical evaluations of joint replacement designs. His 2019 paper, which demonstrated the performance of QCT-derived scapula FEMs in predicting local displacements, has garnered 30 citations, underscoring its impact on the field. Building on this, his 2020 work provided full-field strain comparisons, further establishing the accuracy of these models. Beyond shoulder biomechanics, Kusins has also advanced the understanding of bone burring processes, quantifying parameters that influence thermal safety and vibration—key insights for robot-assisted surgery. His experimental studies on porcine models have laid groundwork for closed-loop control systems in orthopedic procedures. Kusins’ work bridges computational prediction and experimental reality, making him a notable figure in orthopedic biomechanics.