LOCO lab – Neuromechanics of human movement and locomotion
ions | Bruxelles Woluwe, Louvain-la-Neuve
The LOCO group explores the neuromechanics of movement, particularly human locomotion, posture, and task-specific movements such as jumping or landing. Our research is dedicated to understanding the development and adaptability of human movement. We investigate how sensorimotor control evolves from innate motor patterns toward learned and optimized behaviors, and how this trajectory is shaped by experience, training, injury, or neurological conditions.
Our work spans the full motor continuum — from spontaneous movements in neonates to the biomechanical and neural strategies used by skilled athletes. We combine approaches from biomechanics, motor control, and neurophysiology to study the motor learning and plasticity, multisensory integration for the generation of movements, interlimb coordination, muscle synergies, and locomotor rhythmicity in both typical and atypical development (e.g., cerebral palsy, LCA injury). In addition to our human studies, we also conduct comparative analyses across species, that allow us to explore evolutionary convergences and conserved motor strategies, shedding light on the biological foundations of robust and adaptable locomotion.
A core part of our work involves quantifying patterned control of movement, movement variability, and adaptive responses to novel constraints — such as unstable environments, altered sensory feedback, or fatigue. We use advanced experimental techniques including surface EMG, 3D motion capture, and force plate analysis to characterize the neuromechanical signatures of motor behavior.
Publications Bénédicte Schepens
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Publications Dominique De Jaeger
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Article de journalSenden, M., De Jaeger, D., & Coertjens, L. (2023). Safe and sound: examining the effect of a training targeting psychological safety and trust in peer assessment. Frontiers in Education, 8, 1198011. https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2023.1198011 (Original work published 2023)
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Djivoh, Y., & De Jaeger, D. (2023). Intra-abdominal and perineal pressures during abdominal exercises: A cross sectional study in postpartum women. Neurourology and Urodynamics, 42(1), 205-212. https://doi.org/10.1002/nau.25069 (Original work published 2023)
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Chapitre de livreSenden, M., De Jaeger, D., Tijs Rotsaert, Leroy, F., & Coertjens, L. (2023). How to Make Students Feel Safe and Confident? Designing an Online Training Targeting the Social Nature of Peer Feedback. In Omid Noroozi & Bram de Wever (ed.), The Power of Peer Learning. Springer International Publishing. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-29411-2
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Papier de conférenceSenden, M., De Jaeger, D., & Coertjens, L. (2022). Can students feel safe and confident during peer feedback? Testing a training efficacy. EARLI Sig1 & Sig4 Joint conference, Cadiz. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/103596
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Senden, M., De Jaeger, D., Tijs Rotsaert, Leroy, F., & Coertjens, L. (2022). Création d’une formation en ligne visant les aspects sociaux de l’évaluation par les pairs. Congrès AREF, Lausanne. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/104925
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Article de journalDjivoh, Y. S., Kpadonou, T., Puttemans, T., & De Jaeger, D. (2022). Diastasis recti in the Beninese population: Cross-sectional study from normal values to diagnosis. South African Journal of Physiotherapy, 78(1), 1776 [1-9]. https://doi.org/10.4102/sajp.v78i1.1776 (Original work published 2022)
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Djivoh, Y. S., & De Jaeger, D. (2022). Acute effect of Sit-up versus Curl-up on the interrecti distance: A cross-sectional study in parous women. Progrès en Urologie, 32(11), 776-783. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.purol.2022.07.140 (Original work published 2022)
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Dewolf, A., Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., & De Jaeger, D. (2022). The effects of an increased step frequency on running economy and injury risk factors during downhill running. Science & Sports, 37(5-6), 446-453. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scispo.2021.07.010 (Original work published 2022)
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Papier de conférenceSenden, M., De Jaeger, D., & Coertjens, L. (2021). The impact of training targeting the social nature of peer feedback. EARLI 2021, Gothenburg (online). https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/113527
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Article de journalDe Jaeger, D., Joumaa, V., & Herzog, W. (2015). Intermittent stretch training of rabbit plantarflexor muscles increases soleus mass and serial sarcomere number. Journal of Applied Physiology, 118(12), 1467-1473. https://doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00515.2014 (Original work published 2015)
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Dewolf, A., & De Jaeger, D. (2015). Effect of stride length on maximal pelvic tilt and hip extension during running. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, 18(Suppl 1), 1926-1927. https://doi.org/10.1080/10255842.2015.1070582 (Original work published 2015)
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Article de journalScohier, M., De Jaeger, D., & Schepens, B. (2014). Triceps surae stretch reflex modulation after a mechanically evoked ankle dorsiflexion during the swing phase of human running. Motor Control. Published. https://doi.org/10.1123/mc.2013-0039 (Original work published 2014)
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Article de journalScohier, M., De Jaeger, D., & Schepens, B. (2012). Adjustments after an ankle dorsiflexion perturbation during human running. Gait & Posture, 35(1), 29-35. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2011.07.019 (Original work published 2012)
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Papier de conférenceMauroy, G., De Jaeger, D., Vanmarsenille, J.-M., & Willems, P. (2012). The bouncing mechanism of running in a transfemoral amputee wearing a blade prosthesis. Published. 37e Congrès de la Société de Biomécanique, Toulouse. https://doi.org/10.1080/10255842.2012.713721
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Papier de conférenceScohier, M., De Jaeger, D., & Schepens, B. (2009). Effet d’une perturbation en flexion dorsale de la cheville sur les paramètres biomécaniques de la course : résultats préliminaires. Congrès annuel de la Société Francophone d’Analyse du Mouvement chez l’Enfant et l’Adulte (SOFAMEA), Paris. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/236160
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Papier de conférenceDe Jaeger, D., Vandervelde, L., & Willems, P. (2005). Kinematics of standing back-somersaults. Published. 29eme Congrès de la Société de Biomécanique, Paris. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/182803
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Article de journalDe Jaeger, D., & Proteau, L. (2003). The relative efficacy of different forms of knowledge of results for the learning of a new relative timing pattern. The Quarterly journal of experimental psychology. A : human experimental psychology, 56(4), 621-640. https://doi.org/10.1080/02724980244000558 (Original work published 2003)
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Papier de conférenceRoland, M. L., De Jaeger, D., & Willems, P. (2001). Kinematics of foot slap during running. Published. 26eme Congrès de la Société de Biomécanique, Marseille. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/182798
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De Jaeger, D., Heglund, N., & Willems, P. (2001). Dynamic similarity during walking in children. Published. 26eme Congrès de la Société de Biomécanique, Marseille. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/182799
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Article de journalDe Jaeger, D., Willems, P., & Heglund, N. (2001). The energy cost of walking in children. Pflügers Archiv - European journal of physiology, 441(4), 538-543. https://doi.org/10.1007/s004240000443 (Original work published 2001)
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Article de journalProteau, L., Tremblay, L., & De Jaeger, D. (1998). Practice does not diminish the role of visual information in on-line control of a precision walking task: Support for the specificity of practice hypothesis. Journal of Motor Behavior, 30(2), 143-150. https://doi.org/10.1080/00222899809601331 (Original work published 1998)
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Article de journalDe Jaeger, D., & Schepens, N. (1995). Learning an imposed timing in a sequential arm movement. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 81(1), 171-188. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/135961 (Original work published 1995)
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Papier de conférenceDe Jaeger, D., & Boisacqschepens, D. (1992). Is It Possible To Learn a New Timing in a Sequential Movement in Man.
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De Jaeger, D., & Boisacqschepens, N. (1992). Learning the Timing in a Sequential Task.
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Publications Guillaume Bastien
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Article de journalNuñez-Lisboa, M., Bastien, G., Schepens, B., Lacquaniti, F., Ivanenko, Y., & Dewolf, A. (2023). Effect of age and speed on the step-to-step transition strategies in children. Journal of Biomechanics, 157, 111704 [1-7]. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2023.111704 (Original work published 2023)
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Article de journalDewolf, A., Meurisse, G., Ivanenko, Y., Lacquaniti, F., Bastien, G., & Schepens, B. (2022). Relation between Step-To-Step Transition Strategies and Walking Pattern in Older Adults. Applied Sciences, 12(10), 5055 [1-11]. https://doi.org/10.3390/app12105055 (Original work published 2022)
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Article de journalMeurisse, G., Bastien, G., & Schepens, B. (2019). Effect of age and speed on the step-to-step transition phase during walking. Journal of Biomechanics, 83, 253-259. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2018.12.001 (Original work published 2019)
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Papier de conférenceMeurisse, G., Bastien, G., & Schepens, B. (2016). Effect of speed on the weight transfer between legs during gait in elderly people. Published. European Society for Movement Analysis in Adults and Children, Sevilla, SP. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2016.07.110
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Article de journalBastien, G., Willems, P., Schepens, B., & Heglund, N. (2016). The mechanics of head-supported load carriage by Nepalese porters. The Journal of Experimental Biology, 219(22), 3626-3634. https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.143875 (Original work published 2016)
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Meurisse, G., Dierick, F., Schepens, B., & Bastien, G. (2016). Determination of the vertical ground reaction forces acting upon individual limbs during healthy and clinical gait. Gait & Posture, 43, 245-250. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2015.10.005 (Original work published 2016)
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Article de journalMeurisse, G., & Bastien, G. (2014). Determination of vertical ground reaction forces under each foot during walking. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, 17(SUPP1), 110-111. https://doi.org/10.1080/10255842.2014.931483 (Original work published 2014)
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Article de journalLobet, S., Hermans, C., Bastien, G., Massaad, F., & Detrembleur, C. (2012). Impact of ankle osteoarthritis on the energetics and mechanics of gait: The case of hemophilic arthropathy. Clinical Biomechanics, 27(1), 625-631. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2012.01.009 (Original work published 2012)
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Article de journalPozo, J., Bastien, G., & Dierick, F. (2011). Execution time, kinetics, and kinematics of the mae-geri kick : comparison of national and international standard karate athletes. Journal of Sports Sciences, 29(14), 1553-1561. https://doi.org/10.1080/02640414.2011.605164 (Original work published 2011)
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Article de journalGenin, J., Bastien, G., Franck, B., Detrembleur, C., & Willems, P. (2008). Effect of speed on the energy cost of walking in unilateral traumatic lower limb amputees. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 103(6), 655-663. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-008-0764-0 (Original work published 2008)
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Papier de conférenceWillems, P., Bastien, G., & Heglund, N. (2006). Mechanics of carrying head supported loads. Published. 5th World Congress of Biomechanics, Munich, Germany. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/182815
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Papier de conférenceBastien, G., Schepens, B., Willems, P., & Heglund, N. (2005). Picking the best speed-load combination in backpack load carrying. Published. 30eme Congrès de la Société de Biomécanique, Bruxelles. https://doi.org/10.1080/10255840512331388056
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Genin, J. J., Bastien, G., Detrembleur, C., & Willems, P. (2005). Changes in the optimal speed of walking with the level of lower limb amputation. Published. 30eme Congrès de la Société de Biomécanique, Bruxelles. https://doi.org/10.1080/10255840512331388524
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Article de journalBastien, G., Schepens, B., Willems, P., & Heglund, N. (2005). Energetics of load carrying in Nepalese porters. Science (New York, N.Y.), 308(5729), 1755. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1111513 (Original work published 2005)
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Bastien, G., Willems, P., Schepens, B., & Heglund, N. (2005). Effect of load and speed on the energetic cost of human walking. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 94(1-2), 76-83. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-004-1286-z (Original work published 2005)
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Article de journalSchepens, B., Bastien, G., Heglund, N., & Willems, P. (2004). Mechanical work and muscular efficiency in walking children. The Journal of Experimental Biology, 207(4), 587-596. https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.00793 (Original work published 2004)
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Article de journalBastien, G., Heglund, N., & Schepens, B. (2003). The double contact phase in walking children. The Journal of Experimental Biology, 206(17), 2967-2978. https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.00494 (Original work published 2003)
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Papier de conférenceBastien, G., Willems, P., Schepens, B., & Heglund, N. (2001). No free load for porters in Nepal. Published. 26eme Congrès de la Société de Biomécanique, Marseille. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/236185
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Publications Massimo Penta
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Article de journalNguyen, D. T., Penta, M., Questienne, C., Garbusinski, J., Nguyen, C. V., & Sauvage, C. (2024). Normative values in healthy adults for the 6-minute and 2-minute walk tests in Belgium and Vietnam: implications for clinical practice. Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 56, jrm18628 [1-7]. https://doi.org/10.2340/jrm.v56.18628 (Original work published 2024)
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Lobet, S., Hermans, C., Chantrain, V.-A., Foubert, A., Lambert, C., & Penta, M. (2024). Reliability and construct validity of the ACTIVLIM-Hemo and Haemophilia Activities List (HAL) questionnaires in individuals with haemophilia. Haemophilia, 30(2), 497-504. https://doi.org/10.1111/hae.14954 (Original work published 2024)
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Article de journalLobet, S., Lambert, C., Foubert, A., Chantrain, V.-A., Roussel, N., Meeus, M., Devos, A., Maes, P., Hermans, C., & Penta, M. (2023). ACTIVLIM-Hemo: A new self-reported, unidimensional and linear measure of activity limitations in persons with haemophilia. Haemophilia (Print), 29(1), 317-328. https://doi.org/10.1111/hae.14705 (Original work published 2023)
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Article de journalEl Khoury, G., Penta, M., Barbier, O., Libouton, X., Thonnard, J.-L., & Lefèvre, P. (2021). Recognizing Manual Activities Using Wearable Inertial Measurement Units: Clinical Application for Outcome Measurement. Sensors, 21(9), 3245 [1-14]. https://doi.org/10.3390/s21093245 (Original work published 2021)
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El Khoury, G., Penta, M., & Barbier, O. (2021). ABILHAND-HS: a linear scale for outcome measurement in hand surgery. The Journal of Hand Surgery. European Volume, 1753193421991485. https://doi.org/10.1177/1753193421991485 (Original work published 2021)
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Article de journalEl Khoury, G., Barbier, O., Libouton, X., Thonnard, J.-L., Lefèvre, P., & Penta, M. (2020). Manual ability in hand surgery patients: Validation of the ABILHAND scale in four diagnostic groups. PLoS One, 15(12), e0242625 [1-17]. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0242625 (Original work published 2020)
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Lebleu, J., Gosseye, T., Detrembleur, C., Mahaudens, P., Cartiaux, O., & Penta, M. (2020). Lower limb kinematics using inertial sensors during locomotion: accuracy and reproducibility of joint angle calculation with different sensors-tosegment calibration. Sensors, 20(3), 715 [1-17]. https://doi.org/10.3390/s20030715 (Original work published 2020)
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Papier de conférenceEl Khoury, G., Libouton, X., Thonnard, J.-L., Lefèvre, P., Penta, M., & Barbier, O. (2020). Manual ability in hand surgery patients: validation of the ABILHAND scale in four diagnostic groups. 25th FESSH-EFSHT Congress - ‘Hands in the Heart of Europe’(live streaming), (Hungary) Budapest. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/239200
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Article de journalBastien, G. J., Gosseye, T., & Penta, M. (2019). A robust machine learning enabled decomposition of shear ground reaction forces during the double contact phase of walking. Gait & Posture, 73, 221-227. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2019.07.190 (Original work published 2019)
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Kossi, O., Nindorera, F., Adoukonou, T., Penta, M., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2019). Determinants of Social Participation at 1, 3, and 6 Months Poststroke in Benin. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 100(11), 2071-2078. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2019.03.020 (Original work published 2019)
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Article de journalKossi, O., Nindorera, F., Sèbiyo Batcho, C., Adoukonou, T., Penta, M., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2018). Measuring Participation After Stroke in Africa: Development of the Participation Measurement Scale. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 99(4), 652-659. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2017.10.004 (Original work published 2018)
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Article de journalBatcho, C. S., Van den Bergh, P., Van Damme, P., Roy, A. J., Thonnard, J.-L., & Penta, M. (2016). How robust is ACTIVLIM for the follow-up of activity limitations in patients with neuromuscular diseases? Neuromuscular Disorders, 26(3), 211-220. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nmd.2015.12.004 (Original work published 2016)
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Article de journalKlöcker, A., Oddo, C. M., Camboni, D., Penta, M., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2014). Physical Factors Influencing Pleasant Touch during Passive Fingertip Stimulation. PLoS One, 9(7), e101361 [1-10]. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0101361 (Original work published 2014)
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Article de journalArnould, C., Vandervelde, L., Batcho, S. C., Penta, M., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2012). Can manual ability be measured with a generic ABILHAND scale? A cross-sectional study conducted on six diagnostic groups. B M J Open, 2(e001807), 1-11. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2012-001807 (Original work published 2012)
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Klöcker, A., Arnould, C., Penta, M., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2012). Rasch-built measure of pleasant touch through active fingertip exploration. Frontiers in Neurorobotics, 6(Article 5), 1-9. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnbot.2012.00005 (Original work published 2012)
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Papier de conférencePletser, V., Sundblad, P., Thonnard, J.-L., Lefèvre, P., Mclntyre, J., Kassel, R., Desoete, B., Derkinderen, W., Penta, M., & André, T. (2012). Experiments during aircraft parabolic flights to prepare for the international space station. Published. 63rd International Astronautical Congress 2012, IAC 2012, (Italy) Naples. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/254442
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Article de journalPletser, V., Sundblad, P., Thonnard, J.-L., Lefèvre, P., Mcintyre, J., kassel, R., derkinderen, W., Penta, M., & Andre, T. (2011). Dexterous Manipulation in Microgravity in Parabolic Flights and on ISS. British Interplanetary Society Journal : the scientific space journal, 64(9/10), 335-340. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/239227 (Original work published 2011)
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Article de journalVandervelde, L., Van den Bergh, P., Penta, M., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2010). Validation of the ABILHAND questionnaire to measure manual ability in children and adults with neuromuscular disorders. Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry, 81(5), 506-512. https://doi.org/10.1136/jnnp.2009.177055 (Original work published 2010)
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Article de journalWhite, O., Penta, M., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2009). A new device to measure the three dimensional forces and torques in precision grip. Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology, 33(3), 245-248. https://doi.org/10.1080/03091900701500071 (Original work published 2009)
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Article de journalDurez, P., Fraselle, V., Houssiau, F., Thonnard, J.-L., Nielens, H., & Penta, M. (2007). Validation of the ABILHAND questionnaire as a measure of manual ability in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, 66(8), 1098-1105. https://doi.org/10.1136/ard.2006.056150 (Original work published 2007)
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Arnould, C., Penta, M., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2007). Hand impairments and their relationship with manual ability in children with cerebral palsy. Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 39(9), 708-714. https://doi.org/10.2340/16151977-0111 (Original work published 2007)
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Thonnard, J.-L., & Penta, M. (2007). Functional assessment in physiotherapy. A literature review. Europa Medicophysica, 43(4), 525-541. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/131581 (Original work published 2007)
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Article de journalLawton, G., Lundgren-Nilsson, A., Biering-Sørensen, F., Tesio, L., Slade, A., Penta, M., Grimby, G., Ring, H., & Tennant, A. (2006). Cross-cultural validity of FIM in spinal cord injury. Spinal Cord, 44(12), 746-752. https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.sc.3101895 (Original work published 2006)
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Durez, P., Fraselle, V., Houssiau, F., Thonnard, J.-L., Nielens, H., & Penta, M. (2006). Validation of the abilhand questionnaire as a measure of manual ability in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, 65, 1-15. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/139750 (Original work published 2006)
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Article de journalLundgren-Nilsson, A., Grimby, G., Ring, H., Tesio, L., Lawton, G., Slade, A., Penta, M., Tripolski, M., Biering-Sørensen, F., Carter, J., Marincek, C., Phillips, S., Simone, A., & Tennant, A. (2005). Cross-cultural validity of functional independence measure items in stroke: A study using Rasch analysis. Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 37(1), 23-31. https://doi.org/10.1080/16501970410032696 (Original work published 2005)
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Article de journalDierick, F., Penta, M., Renaut, D., & Detrembleur, C. (2004). A force measuring treadmill in clinical gait analysis. Gait & Posture, 20(3), 299-303. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2003.11.001 (Original work published 2004)
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Arnould, C., Penta, M., Renders, A., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2004). ABILHAND-Kids: a measure of manual ability in children with cerebral palsy. Neurology, 63(6), 1045-1052. https://doi.org/10.1212/01.WNL.0000138423.77640.37 (Original work published 2004)
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Tennant, A., Penta, M., Tesio, L., Grimby, G., Thonnard, J.-L., Slade, A., Lawton, G., Simone, A., Carter, J., Lundgren-Nilsson, A., Tripolski, M., Ring, H., Biering-Sørensen, F., Marincek, C., Burger, H., & Phillips, S. (2004). Assessing and adjusting for cross-cultural validity of impairment and activity limitation scales through differential item functioning within the framework of the Rasch model: the PRO-ESOR project. Medical Care, 42(1 Suppl), I37-I48. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.mlr.0000103529.63132.77 (Original work published 2004)
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Article de journalAugurelle, A.-S., Penta, M., White, O., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2003). The effects of a change in gravity on the dynamics of prehension. Experimental Brain Research, 148(4), 533-540. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00221-002-1322-3 (Original work published 2003)
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Barbier, O., Penta, M., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2003). Outcome evaluation of the hand and wrist according to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health. Hand Clinics, 19(3), 371-378. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0749-0712(02)00150-6 (Original work published 2003)
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Article de journalPenta, M., Tesio, L., Arnould, C., Zancan, A., & Thonnard, J.-L. (2001). The ABILHAND questionnaire as a measure of manual ability in chronic stroke patients : Rasch-based validation and relationship to upper limb impairment. Stroke : a journal of cerebral circulation, 32(7), 1627-1634. https://doi.org/10.1161/01.STR.32.7.1627 (Original work published 2001)
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Article de journalPenta, M., Thonnard, J.-L., & Tesio, L. (1998). ABILHAND: a Rasch-built measure of manual ability. Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 79(9), 1038-1042. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0003-9993(98)90167-8 (Original work published 1998)
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Article de journalThonnard, J.-L., Masset, D., Penta, M., Piette, A., & Malchaire, J. (1997). Short-term effect of hand-arm vibration exposure on tactile sensitivity and manual skill. Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health, 23(3), 193-198. https://doi.org/10.5271/sjweh.198 (Original work published 1997)
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Article de journalHeglund, N., Willems, P., Penta, M., & Cavagna, GA. (1995). Energy-saving Gait Mechanics With Head-supported Loads. Nature : international weekly journal of science, 375(6526), 52-54. https://doi.org/10.1038/375052a0 (Original work published 1995)
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Publications Arthur Dewolf
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Article de journalDewolf, A., Genin, J. G., Willems, P., & Heglund, N. C. (2025). Locomotion efficiency of elephants: mechanical work and energetics. The Journal of Experimental Biology, 228(15), 5. https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.250928 (Original work published 2025)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Nuñez-Lisboa, M., Marotta, A., Moulin, M., & Dewolf, A. (2025). Training Effects on Running Gait Variability in Older Adults. Multidisciplinary Biomechanics Journal, 50th congress of the...(Motion simulation and...), 53-55. https://doi.org/10.46298/mbj.16193 (Original work published 2025)
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Núñez-Lisboa, M. N., & Dewolf, A. (2025). The role of physical activity in mitigating age-related changes in the neuromuscular control of gait. N P J Aging and Mechanisms of Disease, 11(1), 49. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41514-025-00239-8 (Original work published 2025)
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Dewolf, A., Kisita, V., & Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R. (2025). Integrating biomechanics into endurance performance frameworks: an urgent need. Journal of Applied Physiology, 139(6), 1716-1717. https://doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00694.2025 (Original work published 2025)
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Núñez‐Lisboa, M., & Dewolf, A. (2025). Letter to the Editor: Caution Needed in Interpreting Step‐to‐Step Transitions in Stroke Rehabilitation. Physiotherapy Research International, 30(4). https://doi.org/10.1002/pri.70098 (Original work published 2025)
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Dewolf, A., & Lacquaniti, F. (2025). Revealing neuromuscular similarities between baboons and humans: A commentary on. Journal of Human Evolution, 208, 103750. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhevol.2025.103750 (Original work published 2025)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Willems, P., Natalucci, V., Luciano, F., Pavei, G., & Dewolf, A. (2025). Projected frontal area during locomotion in the wind. Multidisciplinary Biomechanics Journal, 49th congress of the...(Sport biomechanics), 407-409. https://doi.org/10.46298/mbj.14554 (Original work published 2025)
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Dewolf, A., Toussaint, T., & Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R. (2025). Biomechanical Reflections of Elephant Locomotion in reduced Gravity. Multidisciplinary Biomechanics Journal, 50th congress of the...(Motion simulation and...), 101-103. https://doi.org/10.46298/mbj.16154 (Original work published 2025)
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Moulin, M., Grimont, J., Touil, R., & Dewolf, A. (2025). The effect of cycling position on the lower-limb kinematics during the run in triathletes. Multidisciplinary Biomechanics Journal, 49th congress of the...(Sport biomechanics), 411-413. https://doi.org/10.46298/mbj.14555 (Original work published 2025)
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Chapitre de livreWillems, P., Detrembleur, C., Schepens, B., & Dewolf, A. (2024). Mécanique et énergétique de la marche normale. In Collectif d’auteurs (ed.), EMC. Kinésithérapie - Médecine physique - Réadaptation (pp. 26-007). Elsevier Masson. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1283-0887(24)47573-7
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Willems, P., Detrembleur, C., Schepens, B., & Dewolf, A. (2024). Activité musculaire au cours de la marche normale. In Collectif d’auteurs (ed.), EMC. Kinésithérapie - Médecine physique - Réadaptation (pp. 26-007). Elsevier Masson. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1283-0887(24)47572-5
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Willems, P., Detrembleur, C., Schepens, B., & Dewolf, A. (2024). Cinématique de la marche normale. In Collectif d’auteurs (ed.), EMC. Kinésithérapie - Médecine physique - Réadaptation (pp. 26-007). Elsevier Masson. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1283-0887(24)44377-6
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Article de journalDewolf, A., Ivaniski-Mello, A., Peyré-Tartaruga, L. A., & Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R. (2024). Relation between soft tissue energy dissipation and leg stiffness in running at different step frequencies. Royal Society Open Science, 11(6), 231736. https://doi.org/10.1098/rsos.231736 (Original work published 2024)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Willems, P. A., Catavitello, G., Gibertini, G., Natalucci, V., Luciano, F., Minetti, A. E., Pavei, G., & Dewolf, A. (2024). Biomechanics of human locomotion in the wind. Journal of Applied Physiology, 137(3), 616-628. https://doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00253.2024 (Original work published 2024)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Willems, P., Catavitello, G., & Dewolf, A. (2024). Kinematics and mechanical changes with step frequency at different running speeds. European journal of applied physiology, 124(2), 607-622. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-023-05303-3 (Original work published 2024)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., & Dewolf, A. (2024). Fair advantage: the effect of drag and effective drafting in elite sport. Journal of Applied Physiology, 137(3), 668. https://doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00417.2024 (Original work published 2024)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Willems, P., Dewolf, A., & Catavitello, G. (2024). Kinetics and mechanical work done to move the body centre of mass along a curve. PLoS One, 19(2), 21. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0298790 (Original work published 2024)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Willems, P., Valentina Natalucci, Francesco Luciano, Gaspare Pavei, & Dewolf, A. (2024). Projected frontal area during locomotion in the wind. Hal Open Science. Published. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/245796 (Original work published 2024)
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Genin, J., Dewolf, A., Willems, P., & Heglund, N. (2024). Locomotion Efficiency of Elephants: Mechanical work and energetics. British Journal of Experimental Biology, 1(1), 1. https://doi.org/10.1101/2024.05.03.592175 (Original work published 2024)
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Núñez-Lisboa, M., Echeverría, K., Willems, P. A., Ivanenko, Y., Lacquaniti, F., & Dewolf, A. (2024). Understanding gait alterations: trunk flexion and its effects on walking neuromechanics. The Journal of Experimental Biology, 1(1), 10-25. https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.249307 (Original work published 2024)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Jean-Benoit Morin, & Dewolf, A. (2024). The Effect of Step Frequency and Running Speed on the Coordination of the Pelvis and Thigh Segments During Running. The Effect of Step Frequency and Running Speed on the Coordination of the Pelvis and Thigh Segments During Running, 1-10. https://doi.org/10.1123/jab.2024-0016 (Original work published 2024)
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Article de journalCappellini, G., Sylos-Labini, F., Avaltroni, P., Dewolf, A., Assenza, C., Morelli, D., Lacquaniti, F., & Ivanenko, Y. (2023). Comparison of the forward and sideways locomotor patterns in children with Cerebral Palsy. Scientific Reports, 13(1), 7286 [1-18]. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-34369-4 (Original work published 2023)
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Nùñez-Lisboa, M., Valero-Breton, M., & Dewolf, A. (2023). Unraveling age-related impairment of the neuromuscular system: exploring biomechanical and neurophysiological perspectives. Frontiers in Physiology, 14(1194889 [1-9]), 5. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2023.1194889 (Original work published 2023)
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Nuñez-Lisboa, M., Bastien, G., Schepens, B., Lacquaniti, F., Ivanenko, Y., & Dewolf, A. (2023). Effect of age and speed on the step-to-step transition strategies in children. Journal of Biomechanics, 157, 111704 [1-7]. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2023.111704 (Original work published 2023)
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Ivaniski-Mello, A., Peyré-Tartaruga, L. A., Bianchi Oliveira, H., Dewolf, A., Buzzachera, C. F., Gomes Martinez, F., & et al. (2023). Pendular mechanism determinants and elastic energy usage during walking of obese and non-obese children. Experimental Physiology, 108(11), 1400-1408. https://doi.org/10.1113/EP091408 (Original work published 2023)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Catavitello, G., Willems, P., & Dewolf, A. (2023). Modification of the locomotor pattern when deviating from the characteristic heel-to-toe rolling pattern during walking. European journal of applied physiology, 23(7), 1455-1467. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-023-05169-5 (Original work published 2023)
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Nunez-Lisboa, M., & Dewolf, A. (2023). Neuromechanical adjustments in human walking with bent posture. Gait & Posture, 105(1), S32. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2023.07.323 (Original work published 2023)
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Article de journalDewolf, A., La Scaleia, V., Fabiano, A., Sylos-Labini, F., Mondi, V., Picone, S., Di Paolo, A., Paolillo, P., Ivanenko, Y., & Lacquaniti, F. (2022). Left–Right Locomotor Coordination in Human Neonates. The Journal of Neuroscience, 42(34), 6566-6580. https://doi.org/10.1523/jneurosci.0612-22.2022 (Original work published 2022)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2022). Commentaries on Viewpoint: Using V̇<scp>o</scp><sub>2max</sub> as a marker of training status in athletes – can we do better? Journal of Applied Physiology, 133(1), 148-164. https://doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00224.2022 (Original work published 2022)
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Dewolf, A., Meurisse, G., Ivanenko, Y., Lacquaniti, F., Bastien, G., & Schepens, B. (2022). Relation between Step-To-Step Transition Strategies and Walking Pattern in Older Adults. Applied Sciences, 12(10), 5055 [1-11]. https://doi.org/10.3390/app12105055 (Original work published 2022)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., & Dewolf, A. (2022). Evaluation of mechanical workload using a GPS-tracking device. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, 25(S1), S207. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/216266 (Original work published 2022)
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Zhvansky, D. S., Sylos-Labini, F., Dewolf, A., Cappellini, G., d’Avella, A., Lacquaniti, F., & Ivanenko, Y. (2022). Evaluation of Spatiotemporal Patterns of the Spinal Muscle Coordination Output during Walking in the Exoskeleton. Sensors, 22(15), 5708. https://doi.org/10.3390/s22155708 (Original work published 2022)
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Sylos-Labini, F., La Scaleia, V., Cappellini, G., Dewolf, A., Fabiano, A., Solopova, I. A., Mondì, V., Ivanenko, Y., & Lacquaniti, F. (2022). Complexity of modular neuromuscular control increases and variability decreases during human locomotor development. Communications Biology, 5(1), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1038/s42003-022-04225-8 (Original work published 2022)
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Dewolf, A., Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., & De Jaeger, D. (2022). The effects of an increased step frequency on running economy and injury risk factors during downhill running. Science & Sports, 37(5-6), 446-453. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scispo.2021.07.010 (Original work published 2022)
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Article de journalPeyré-Tartaruga, L. A., Dewolf, A., di Prampero, P. E., Fábrica, G., Malatesta, D., Minetti, A. E., Monte, A., Pavei, G., Silva-Pereyra, V., Willems, P. A., & Zamparo, P. (2021). Mechanical work as a (key) determinant of energy cost in human locomotion: recent findings and future directions. Experimental Physiology, 106(9), 1897-1908. https://doi.org/10.1113/EP089313 (Original work published 2021)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2021). Age-related changes in the neuromuscular control of forward and backward locomotion. PLoS One, 16(2), e0246372. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0246372 (Original work published 2021)
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Dewolf, A., Ivanenko, Y., Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Willems, P., & et al. (2021). Postural control in the elephant. Postural control in the elephant, 224(22), jeb243648. https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.243648 (Original work published 2021)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Dewolf, A., Desimpelaere, F., Koussihouede, F. E., Willems, P., & Catavitello, G. (2021). The bouncing mechanism of running when changing step frequency at a given speed. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical, 24(15), S21-S22. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/239806 (Original work published 2021)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2021). HydrolyzedCollagenSupplementationonLowerBodyStiffnessin Recreational Triathletes. Asian Journal of Sports Medicine, 12(3), e107893. https://doi.org/10.5812/asjsm.107893. (Original work published 2021)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2021). Influence of sports background on the bouncing mechanism of running. Sports Biomechanics, 14(763141), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1080/14763141.2021.1884284 (Original work published 2021)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2021). Adjustments in the Range of Angular Motion during Walking after Amputation of the Toes: A Case Report. Symmetry, 13(2065), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.3390/sym13112065 (Original work published 2021)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2021). Development of Locomotor-Related Movements in Early Infancy. Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience, 14(623759), 1-20. https://doi.org/10.3389/fncel.2020.623759 (Original work published 2021)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2021). Neuromuscular Age-Related Adjustment of Gait When Moving Upwards and Downwards. Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, 15(1), 749366. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnhum.2021.749366 (Original work published 2021)
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Article de journalDewolf, A., Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., & Willems, P. (2020). Comment on: “Is Motorized Treadmill Running Biomechanically Comparable to Overground Running? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Cross-Over Studies”. Sports Medicine : reviews of applied medicine and science in sport and exercise, 50(9), 1695-1698. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-020-01304-w (Original work published 2020)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2020). Commentaries on Viewpoint: Physiology and fast marathons: The propulsive and muscular efficiency,” keystones of running performance. Journal of Applied Physiology, 128(128), 1069-1085. https://doi.org/10.1152/japplphysiol.00167.2020. (Original work published 2020)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2020). Emergence of Different Gaits in Infancy: Relationship Between Developing Neural Circuitries and Changing Biomechanics. Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 00473(00473), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.3389/fbioe.2020.00473 (Original work published 2020)
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Dewolf, A., & et al. (2020). Maturation of the Locomotor Circuitry in Children With Cerebral Palsy. Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 00998(00998), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.3389/fbioe.2020.00998 (Original work published 2020)
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Dewolf, A., Lejeune, T., & Willems, P. (2020). The on-off ground asymmetry during running on sand. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, 22(Suppl 1), S291-S293. https://doi.org/10.1080/10255842.2020.1714917 (Original work published 2020)
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Dewolf, A., Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., & Willems, P. (2020). Intra-limb and muscular coordination during walking on slopes. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 120(8), 1841-1854. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-020-04415-4 (Original work published 2020)
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Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Dewolf, A., Catavitello, G., Osgnach, C., di Prampero, P. E., & Willems, P. (2020). The bouncing mechanism of running against hindering, or with aiding traction forces: a comparison with running on a slope. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 120(7), 1575-1589. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-020-04379-5 (Original work published 2020)
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Dewolf, A., Ivanenko, Y. P., Da Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Lacquaniti, F., & Willems, P. (2020). Neuromechanical adjustments when walking with an aiding or hindering horizontal force. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 120(1), 91-106. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00421-019-04251-1 (Original work published 2020)
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Article de journalDa Rosa Macedo Mesquita, R., Dewolf, A., Catavitello, G., & Willems, P. (2019). Energy exchange during running with an aiding and hindering force. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, 22(Suppl 1), S283-S285. https://doi.org/10.1080/10255842.2020.1714914 (Original work published 2019)
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Dewolf, A., & Willems, P. (2019). Running on a slope: A collision-based analysis to assess the optimal slope. Journal of Biomechanics, 2019(83), 298-304. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2018.12.024 (Original work published 2019)
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Dewolf, A., Willems, P., & et al. (2019). Differential activation of lumbar and sacral motor pools during walking atdifferent speeds and slopes. Journal of Neurophysiology, 122(122), 872-887. https://doi.org/10.1152/jn.00167.2019. (Original work published 2019)
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Dewolf, A., Meurisse, G., Schepens, B., & Willems, P. (2019). Effect of walking speed on the intersegmental coordination of lower-limb segments in elderly adults. Gait & Posture, 70, 156-161. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2019.03.001 (Original work published 2019)
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Article de journalDewolf, A., Ivanenko, Y., Zelik, K. E., Lacquaniti, F., & Willems, P. (2018). KINEMATIC PATTERNS WHILE WALKING ON A SLOPE AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS. Journal of Applied Physiology, 125, 642-653. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/127045 (Original work published 2018)
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Article de journalDewolf, A., Ivanenko, Y. P., Lacquaniti, F., & Willems, P. (2017). Pendular energy transduction within the step during human walking on slopes at different speeds. PLoS One, 12(10), e0186963 [1-25]. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0186963 (Original work published 2017)
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Dewolf, A., & Willems, P. (2017). A collision-based analysis of the landing-takeoff asymmetry during running. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, 20(sup1), 65-66. https://doi.org/10.1080/10255842.2017.1382863 (Original work published 2017)
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Article de journalDewolf, A., Peñailillo, L. E., & Willems, P. (2016). The rebound of the body during uphill and downhill running at different speeds. The Journal of Experimental Biology, 219(15), 2276-2288. https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.142976 (Original work published 2016)
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Article de journalDewolf, A., & De Jaeger, D. (2015). Effect of stride length on maximal pelvic tilt and hip extension during running. Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering, 18(Suppl 1), 1926-1927. https://doi.org/10.1080/10255842.2015.1070582 (Original work published 2015)
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