Amber Young

Amber (she/her) is a first-year mechanical engineering M.S./Ph.D. student. She received a B.S. in physics from Yale University in 2021, and chose to pursue engineering after doing research in the biomechanics of locomotion during college. Amber is co-advised by Prof. Grace O’Connell (Mechanical Engineering) and Prof. Carisa Harris (Public Health). Her research uses surface electromyography and machine learning algorithms to track forceful hand exertions during work-related tasks. She hopes this research will contribute to reduced risks of musculoskeletal disorders due to hazardous work. In her free time, Amber enjoys science writing, musical soundtracks, interior decorating, and all things coffee.