Bouxsein-Johannesdottir Lab
Our research seeks to reduce the global burden of fractures and improve skeletal health across the lifespan. We investigate the biological, biomechanical, and behavioral determinants of bone strength, with a focus on translating discoveries into strategies that prevent fractures and preserve mobility.
Advancing skeletal health to prevent fractures—on Earth and beyond
Our mission is to reduce the global burden of fractures due to osteoporosis by advancing understanding of skeletal fragility, developing innovative tools to assess bone quality and strength, and translating discoveries into effective prevention and treatment strategies that improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
We are always seeking talented, passionate individuals interested in our research areas. If you have interest in joining our team, please contact Dr. Bouxsein or Dr. Johannesdottir.
Research
Center for Advanced Orthopedic Studies
Our current research projects include: advancing a new regulatory pathway for conduct of osteoporosis clinical trials, testing advanced imaging techniques for assessing skeletal fragility, examining the effects of musculoskeletal health in disuse and spaceflight, understanding stress fracture mechanisms in military recruits, and investigating musculoskeletal health in indigenous populations.