Research Faculty

 

Manoshi Bhowmik-Stoker, PhD
Dr. Manoshi Bhowmik-Stoker is the Motion Analysis Lab Research Manager. She is responsible for ensuring proper data management and company correspondences of our clinical and research motion analysis studies. Manoshi’s previous experience in biomedical engineering, bipedal and quadrupedal gait analysis, and biomechanical testing makes her an excellent addition to our research laboratory.
Biography 

Andrew Jaczynski
Andrew Jaczynski is a Research Engineer in the Biomechanics Lab at the SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Labs.  His primary function is to coordinate and execute analyses of biomechanical testing projects. 
Biography 

 

Marc Jacofsky, PhD
Dr. Marc Jacofsky is The CORE Institute's Vice President of Research and Development and the Director of the SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Labs. Marc has a diverse background in physical and biological sciences.  Marc oversees the research studies performed through the SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research labs and works with CORE physicians to develop new medical technologies.  
Biography 
Bethany Larsen
Bethany Larsen is the Research Coordinator for the Banner SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Laboratories. She brings a qualitative and discipline integrated understanding of research and human movement to the lab through her educational background and work experience.
 
Biography 
Brian Onstot
Brian Onstot is an Engineering Research Intern in the Motion Analysis Lab at the SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Labs. He is currently a senior at Arizona State University and in the process of obtaining his Bachelors of Science in Biomedical Engineering. 
Biography 
Jody Rykhus
Jody Rykhus, Director of Business Development, provides the foundational support for The CORE Institute along with being the Business Manager for the SHRI-CORE Motion and Biomechanics Laboratories. Jody brings a wealth of experience to CORE, having achieved 18 years and counting in the healthcare industry. 
Biography
Michelle Varnell
Michelle Varnell is a Research Associate and Certified Athletic Trainer for the Banner SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Labs. She recently completed her thesis “The Relationship Between Upper Body Posture and Scapular Kinematics in Older Adults” to fulfill the requirements for a Master's of Science in Sports Health Care from A.T. Still University. 
Biography

 

Consultants and Volunteers

Research Experience and Volunteer opportunities:
If you are a graduate or medical student interested in research at the SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Labs, please contact us at
SHRICORELABS@thecoreintitute.com.