Characterization of Gait Abnormalities in Parkinson’s Disease Using a Wireless Inertial Sensor System
Tien, I., Glaser, S., and Aminoff, M., “Characterization of Gait Abnormalities in Parkinson’s Disease Using a Wireless Inertial Sensor System,” 32nd Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, Buenos Aires, Argentina, pp. 3353-3356, August 31-September 4, 2010
Abstract — Gait analysis is important in diagnosing and evaluating certain neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s disease (PD). In this paper, we show the ability of our wireless inertial sensor system to read more…
Results of Using a Wireless Inertial Measuring System to Quantify Gait Motions in Control Subjects
Tien, I., Glaser, S., Bajcsy, R., Goodin, D., and Aminoff, M., “Results of Using a Wireless Inertial Measuring System to Quantify Gait Motions in Control Subjects,” IEEE Transactions on Information Technology in Biomedicine, Vol. 14, No. 4, pp. 904-915, July 2010
Abstract — Gait analysis is important for the diagnosis of many neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s. The discovery and interpretation of minor gait abnormalities can aid in early diagnosis. We have used an read more…
Structural Health Monitoring and Evaluation of Human Gait to Assist in the Diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease
Tien, I., and Glaser, S., “Structural Health Monitoring and Evaluation of Human Gait to Assist in the Diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease,” Proceedings, 7th International Workshop on Structural Health Monitoring, Stanford, CA, September 9-11, 2009
Abstract — The human body is a complex structure, and its structural health can be monitored using sensors. A system using wireless inertial measurement units for data acquisition and the monitoring of human read more…
Detecting and Quantifying Gait Abnormalities in Parkinson’s Patients Using Wireless Inertial Measurement Units
Tien, I., “Detecting and Quantifying Gait Abnormalities in Parkinson’s Patients Using Wireless Inertial Measurement Units,” Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society Open House, Berkeley EECS Annual Research Symposium, Berkeley, CA, February 2009
Quantifying Diagnosis of Neurological Conditions
Tien, I., “Quantifying Diagnosis of Neurological Conditions,” Scientific Colloquium for Healthcare, Engineering and Medicine, UC Davis Medical Center, Davis, CA, May 2008
Nathaniel Butler, Audra Nemir, and Iris Tien Win NSF Scholarships
Nathaniel Butler and Audra Nemir, graduate students in Environmental Engineering, and Iris Tien, graduating CEE undergraduate entering the Civil Systems program in fall 2008, received National Science Foundation Scholarships. Nathaniel’s adviser is Professor James Hunt. Audra’s adviser is Professor Lisa Alvarez-Cohen. Iris’s adviser with be Professor Steven Glaser.
Congratulations, Nathaniel, Audra, and Iris!
Iris Tien and Jenna Wong Awarded Chancellor’s Fellowships
Two graduating CEE seniors, Iris Tien and Jenna Wong, were awarded Chancellor’s Fellowships. Chancellor’s Fellowships are given to exceptional students of outstanding achievement who are entering a Berkeley doctoral program. Iris will enter the Civil Systems program and Jenna will enter the Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Materials program.
Congratulations, Iris and Jenna!
Quantifying Diagnosis of Neurological Conditions
Tien, I., “Quantifying Diagnosis of Neurological Conditions,” Center for Information Technology Research in the Interest of Society Open House, Berkeley EECS Annual Research Symposium, February 2008
Multidisciplinary Research
The University of California, Berkeley is one of the world’s premier research universities, maintaining a dynamic environment in which top-notch researchers create and freely disseminate the very best scholarly contributions and scientific discoveries. Berkeley is consistently rated among the very best institutions for the quality and breadth of its research enterprise, the scholarly distinction of its faculty, and the excellence of its Ph.D. programs.
Berkeley researchers — many of them leading experts in their fields — are dispersed among more than 130 academic departments and more than 80 interdisciplinary research units. The Berkeley research enterprise spans the full spectrum of the discovery process — from basic research that fuels remarkable, and sometimes unforeseen, breakthroughs to applied, late-stage projects that offer actionable solutions to real-world problems.
Designing for Designers: Lessons Learned from Schools of Architecture
Cranz, G., Wendover, J., Tien, I., Gillem, M., and Norman, J., “Chapter 9: A Post-Occupancy Evaluation of the Temporary Home of the College of Environmental Design on the UC Berkeley Campus,” Designing for Designers: Lessons Learned from Schools of Architecture, Fairchild Books, September 2007
Post-Occupancy Evaluation of the San Francisco Public Library
Cranz, G., and Tien, I., “Post-Occupancy Evaluation of the San Francisco Public Library,” Annual Conference of the Association for Applied and Clinical Sociology, San Jose, CA, October 26-28, 2006
Pop Quiz
If your department were a car, what car would it be?
Iris Tien, CEE sophomore
A pickup truck because it’s very practical and can carry around a bunch of construction materials.
Senior Send-Offs Commence: Academy Orchestra Concert
By Jina Lee | March 8, 2003
Two young talented musicians, both Phillips Academy seniors, captivated the packed audience in the Cochran Chapel last Friday night with their passionate performances. The concert also showcased the results of the hard work and dedication of the orchestras and ensembles over the course of the term. read more…
Welcoming Faces
By Michelle Ku | September 1, 1999
For a new sixth or seventh grader, life at a middle school can be a frightening prospect. But the Cupertino Union School District is taking steps to quell these fears.
This year, all four middle schools are implementing WEB–Welcome Every Body–an orientation program that helps students transition and acclimate themselves from elementary school to the middle school environment. read more…