OUR PEOPLE
Academic Credentials
- Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 2024
- M.S., Biomedical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 2019
- B.S., Biomedical Engineering, Bucknell University, 2017
Professional Honors
- Laboratory Achievement Award, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Bucknell University, 2017
- Dean’s Scholarship Award, Bucknell University, 2013-2017
Professional Affiliations
- Orthopaedic Research Society, Member
Dr. Raeker-Jordan is a biomechanics consultant with a multidisciplinary background in biomedical and mechanical engineering, specializing in wrist fracture orthopaedic mechanics and surgical repair. His research leverages additive manufacturing of biomimetic structures to produce phantoms that mimic the tactile and fluoroscopic responses of live persons to reduce cadaveric sample waste. His academic training directly applies to the quantification and simulation of biological tissue properties as well as the investigation of multiplanar joint mechanics.
Prior to joining Ä¢¹½tv, Dr. Raeker-Jordan was a Post-doctoral Research Associate in the Orthopaedic Biomechanics Research Laboratory at the University of Illinois at Chicago. His research focused on comparing interjoint reaction forces between pre- and post-op joints. His work included the development and validation of non-invasive strain measurement techniques using digital image correlation (DIC) and linear variable displacement transducers (LVDT). He also has extensive experience designing novel devices and test controls to secure large irregular biological samples and ensure accurate data measurements.
Additional works of interest include: managed CAD controls, avionic component selection, and regolith traversal testing for IRIS lunar rover prototypes; developed a portable non-invasive vascular location device to facilitate remote medical ventures; and created a software pipeline to automate DICOM registration and segmentation for FEA and additive manufacturing purposes.