Publications

• Slip Research Behind ASTM F2508-16e Standard for Tribometers
• Constraining of the Arms Increases Fall Rates by over 250%
• Obesity Influences Balance When Stepping Over a Obstacles of the Height of a Standard Bathtub
• Quantification of Reactive Responses During a Slip Incident
• Margins of Stability and CoM Dynamics During a Slip Incident
• Strength in Arms: Empowering Older Adults against Slip & Fall Incidents

Biomechanist - Univ. Arizona Professor

Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

Additional Information

Dr. Jonathan S. Lee-Confer: A Pinnacle of Biomechanical Expertise for Legal Insights Academic & Professional Eminence: As an Assistant Professor at the University of Arizona and Director of Biomechanics at Verum Biomechanics, Dr. Lee-Confer embodies a blend of academic rigor and practical application. His scholarly works are not just theoretical but have found meaningful application in legal and safety standards. Please download the research articles that are uploaded to SEAK. Research and Standards Pioneer: His publications in leading biomechanical journals have set benchmarks in the field. Notably, he co-authored the groundbreaking research that shaped the ASTM F2508-16e standard for tribometers, a critical tool in understanding and measuring floor friction – a key factor in slip-and-fall cases. Legislative Impact: Dr. Lee-Confer’s expertise extends beyond academia into the legislative arena. He played a pivotal role in the biomechanical development and implementation for Arizona State Senate Bill (SB1373), addressing critical aspects of fall prevention. Educational Background: His educational journey, culminating in a PhD from the highly acclaimed University of Southern California, focused on biomechanics with a specialization in slip dynamics. His research delved into the nuances of body movement during slips, slip severity assessment, detection of slips, motor control during slips and floor slip resistance evaluation – all areas of significant interest in legal disputes involving falls. Leadership and Affiliations: Currently serving as the Vice Chair of Research for the standards organization ASTM International F13 and serving as Secretary General and Chairman of the Education Committee for the Arizona Falls Prevention Coalition, Dr. Lee-Confer’s leadership showcases his commitment to fall prevention and safety. His active participation in the ASTM F13 Pedestrian/Walkway Safety and Footwear committee, coupled with his affiliations with the American Society of Biomechanics and International Society of Biomechanics, further underscores his standing in the field.