Our Research Focus
The Simulation and Movement Modeling Laboratory (S2M) at the Université de Montréal studies human movement through biomechanics, neurobiomechanics, and advanced modeling.
We combine cutting-edge experimental technologies with computational methods to optimize performance, prevent musculoskeletal disorders, understand neuromuscular coordination, and develop innovations for clinical, sporting, and artistic applications.
We train a new generation of researchers and professionals capable of pushing the boundaries of knowledge.
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Latest Publications
Payen, E., Acien, M., Isabelle, P., Turcot, K., Begon, M., Abboud, J., & Moisan, G. (2025).. Impact of different foot orthoses on gait biomechanics in individuals with chronic metatarsalgia. Gait & Posture. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2025.01.022
Bourgeois, M., Charbonneau, E., Turner, C., & Begon, M. (2025).. Motor variability regulation analysis in trampolinists. Journal of Biomechanics. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2025.112533
Soyeux, D., Peixoto, M., Tétreault, P., Begon, M., & Hagemeister, N. (2025).. Multiple acromion lengths and glenoid implant inclinations can result in the same critical shoulder angle with large differences in articular joint loading - a musculoskeletal study. JSES International. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jseint.2024.12.014
Peixoto, M., Soyeux, D., Tétreault, P., Begon, M., & Hagemeister, N. (2025).. Effect of Congruence Variations on a Musculoskeletal Model Considering Humeral Head Displacements. SSRN. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5139424
Moissenet, F., Puchaud, P., Naaïm, A., Holzer, N., & Begon, M. (2025).. Spartacus: A review and aggregation of reference datasets reporting the normal shoulder girdle kinematics during uniplanar humerus motions. Journal of Biomechanics. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbiomech.2025.112642
Mougin, F., Begon, M., Desmyttere, G., Bleau, J., Nault, M., & Cherni, Y. (2025).. Knee biomechanics during walking in individuals with anterior cruciate ligament repair: The role of a custom 3D-printed knee brace. Prosthetics and Orthotics International. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1097/pxr.0000000000000452
Aout, T., Begon, M., Larivière, O., Peyrot, N., & Caderby, T. (2025).. Functional Electrical Stimulation of the Plantarflexor Muscle During Walking Leads to a Proximal-to-Distal Redistribution of Lower Limb Joint Work. Annals of Biomedical Engineering. https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1007/s10439-025-03756-5
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