Journal Articles (Citations: 96, H-Index: 6)

• [J1] Avdan G, Onal S., Lu C. IMU-Trans: imputing missing motion capture data with unsupervised transformers. Neural Computing and Applications, 2025.
• [J2] Roy D, Avdan G*, Cho S. Evaluating Worker Performance and Ergonomic Risks Using EMG and Kinematics: A MIMO Approach. JARIE, 2025.
• [J3] Avdan G, Chen CB, Onal S. An alternative EMG normalization method: Heterogeneous recurrence quantification analysis of maximum voluntary isometric contraction movements. Biomedical Signal Processing and Control, 2024. 93, 106219.
• [J4] Roy D, Cho S, Avdan G. Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) for Improving Ergonomics and Workplace Performance. Journal of Applied Research on Industrial Engineering, 2024. 11 (1): 24-36.
• [J5] Avdan G, Onal S, Smith BK. Normalization of EMG signals: Optimal MVC positions for the lower limb muscle groups in healthy subjects. Journal of Medical and Biological Engineering, 2023. 43(2): 195-202.
• [J6] Avdan G, Onal S, Rekabdar B. Regression transfer learning for the prediction of three-dimensional ground reaction forces and joint moments during gait. International Journal of Biomedical Engineering and Technology, 2023. 42(4): 317-338.
• [J7] Gunasekera J, Avdan G, Lee HF, Kweon S, Klingensmith JD. Investigating the effects of external pressure on coronary arteries with plaques and its role in coronary artery disease. Journal of Medical Engineering & Technology, 2022. 46 (7): 624-632.
• [J8] Avdan G*, Catron Z, Holtz M, Kraft J. Effects of Passive Neck Exoskeleton on muscle activity, perceived fatigue, and neck pain during simulated manufacturing tasks. Working Paper.
• [J9] Avdan G*, Yoon D. Esports Participation and PERMA-G Well-Being in College Students. Working Paper.
• [J10] Avdan G*. Student-Directed Peer Collaboration in Undergraduate Engineering Technology Programs. Working Paper.

Conference Proceedings

• [C1] Avdan G*. Ergonomics Sensing in Industry 5.0 Human-Robot Collaboration: Current Trends and Future Directions. 11^th North American Industrial Engineering and Operations Management (IEOM), 2026 (June 8-11), Milwaukee, WI. Accepted.
• [C2] Avdan G*. FANUC Robotics Labs for Industry 5.0 Manufacturing: A Flipped Learning Approach in Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) Course. 11^th North American IEOM, 2026 (June 8-11), Milwaukee, WI. Accepted.
• [C3] Richardson H, Conkling J, Avdan G*. AOKI DM45/47 Units: Design and Validation of a Foldable Access Ladder for Operator Access. The National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR), 2026. Accepted (Student decided not to attend because of schedule conflict).
• [C4] Sweiger KS, Avdan G*. Bio-Based Neck Orthosis Design: Structural Comparison of Circular, Elliptical, and Honeycomb Patterns Using Finite Element Analysis. IEEE 8th International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, and System Engineering, 2025.
• [C5] Avdan G, Onal S. Lean Thinking in Healthcare 5.0 Technologies: An Exploratory Review. Industrial Engineering and Operations Management (IEOM), 2024 (June 4-6), Washington, DC.
• [C6] Avdan G, Onal S. Resilient Healthcare 5.0: Advancing Human-Centric and Sustainable Practices with Wearable Devices. IISE Annual Conference and Expo, 2024.
• [C7] Avdan G, Chen CB, Onal S. Investigation of an alternative EMG normalization technique: Recurrence quantification analysis of maximum voluntary contractions. Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineering (IISE) Annual Conference and Expo, 2023 (May 20-23), New Orleans, LA.
• [C8] Roy D, Cho S, Avdan G. Ergonomic risk and performance assessment using data envelopment analysis (DEA). IISE Annual Conference and Expo, 2023 (May 20-23), New Orleans, LA.
• [C9] Avdan G, Onal S, Smith BK. Maximum voluntary contraction (MVC) techniques to normalize lower limb muscle groups in young healthy subjects. IISE Annual Conference and Expo, 2022 (May 21-24), Seattle, WA.

Abstracts & Posters & Presentations

• [P1] Avdan G*. Ergonomics Sensing in Industry 5.0 Human-Robot Collaboration: Current Trends and Future Directions. 11^th North American Industrial Engineering and Operations Management (IEOM), 2026 (June 8-11), Milwaukee, WI. Accepted.
• [P2] Avdan G*. FANUC Robotics Labs for Industry 5.0 Manufacturing: A Flipped Learning Approach in Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) Course. 11^th North American IEOM, 2026 (June 8-11), Milwaukee, WI. Accepted.
• [P3] Byers S, Avdan G*. Quality 4.0 Quality Management in a Modern Manufacturing Setting. Multidisciplinary Research Day at Missouri Western State University, Spring 2026.
• [P4] Stickler J, Avdan G*. Human-Centric AI Framework for Quality Management with Oversight and Explainability. Multidisciplinary Research Day at Missouri Western State University, Spring 2026.
• [P5] Sweiger KS, Avdan G*. Bio-Based Neck Orthosis Design: Structural Comparison of Circular, Elliptical, and Honeycomb Patterns Using Finite Element Analysis. IEEE 8th International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, and System Engineering, 2025.
• [P6] Richardson H, Conkling J, Avdan G*. Ergonomic Design and Validation of a Foldable Ladder for AOKI DM45/47 Operator Access. Multidisciplinary Research Day at Missouri Western State University, Fall 2025.
• [P7] Catron Z, Holtz M, Kraft J, Avdan G*. Effects of a Passive Neck Exoskeleton on NASA TLX, Perceived Fatigue, and Neck Pain During Milling and Lathe Operations. Multidisciplinary Research Day at Missouri Western State University, Fall 2025.
• [P8] Avdan G*, Onal S. Lean Thinking in Healthcare 5.0 Technologies: An Exploratory Review. 9th North American IEOM Conference, 2024 (June 4-6), Washington, DC.
• [P9] Avdan G*,Onal S. Resilient Healthcare 5.0: Advancing Human-Centric and Sustainable Practices with Wearable Devices. IISE Annual Conference and Expo, 2024.
• [P10] Avdan G, Onal S, Lu C. An Unsupervised Transformers Approach for Predicting Missing Markers in Human Motion Capture Systems. IEEE International Conference on Biomedical and Health Informatics, 2023 (Oct 15-18), Pittsburgh, PA.
• [P11] Avdan G, Chen CB, Onal S. Investigation of an alternative EMG normalization technique: Recurrence quantification analysis of maximum voluntary contractions. IISE Annual Conference and Expo, 2023 (May 20-23), New Orleans, LA.
• [P12] Roy D, Cho S, Avdan G. Ergonomic risk and performance assessment using data envelopment analysis (DEA). IISE Annual Conference and Expo, 2023 (May 20-23), New Orleans, LA.
• [P13] Avdan G, Onal S, Smith BK. Maximum voluntary contraction (MVC) techniques to normalize lower limb muscle groups in young healthy subjects. IISE Annual Conference and Expo, 2022 (May 21-24), Seattle, WA.
• [P14] Avdan G, Lee HF, Klingensmith JD, Celik S, Alluri V, Maddali N. Stress analyses of 3D coronary plaque models based on intravascular ultrasound images. Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES), 2018 (Oct 17-20), Atlanta, GA.

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