American Journal of Biomedical Engineering

American Journal of Biomedical Engineering provides a forum for the publication of the latest developments in biomedical engineering, and reflects the essential multidisciplinary nature of the subject. The journal publishes in-depth critical reviews, scientific papers and technical notes.


Yaodong Gu

Associate Professor, Ningbo University, China

Research Areas

Lower limb biomechanics

Publications: Journals

[1]  Q Mei, J Fernandez, W Fu, N Feng, Y Gu*, A comparative biomechanical analysis of habitually unshod and shod runners based on a foot morphological difference, Human movement science 2015, 42, 38-53
[2]  Yan Zhang, Julien S Baker, Xuejun Ren, Neng Feng, Y Gu*, Metatarsal strapping tightness effect to vertical jump performance, Human movement science 2015, 41, 255-264
[3]  Y Gu*, Qichang Mei, Justin Fernandez, Jianshe Li, Xuejun Ren, Neng Feng, Foot Loading Characteristics of Chinese Bound Feet Women: A Comparative Analysis, PLoS ONE 10(4): e0121695. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0121695
[4]  YC Lu, QC Mei, Y Gu*, Plantar Loading Reflects Ulceration Risks of Diabetic Foot with Toe Deformation, BioMed research international Volume 2015, Article ID 326493, 6 pages
[5]  F Li, Y Zhang, Y Gu*, “Lower extremity mechanics of jogging in different experienced high–heeled shoe wearers” International Journal of Biomedical Engineering and Technology2014, 15 (1), 59-68
[6]  Y Gu, F Li, J Li, N Feng, MJ Lake, Z Li, J Ren, “PLANTAR PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION CHARACTER IN YOUNG FEMALE WITH MILD HALLUX VALGUS WEARING HIGH-HEELED SHOES” Journal of Mechanics in Medicine and Biology 2014, 14 (01)

Publications: Conferences/Workshops/Symposiums

[1]  Gu Y.D., Li J.S., Ruan G.Q., Wang Y.C., Lake M.J., Ren X.J., “Lower limb muscles SEMG activity during high-heeled Latin dancing”, 6th world congress on biomechanics, Singapore, 2010.
[2]  Gu Y.D., Li J.S., Lake M., Ren X.J. (abstract), “Plantar fascia mechanical response during walking”, 17th congress of the European Society of Biomechanics, Edinburgh, UK, 2010.
[3]  Gu Y.D., Li J.S., Lake M., Ren X.J. (abstract), “Midsole design effects on heel plantar pressure distribution during simulated walking loads”, International society of biomechanics, Cape town, South Africa, 2009.