Ergonomics Evolved: Tech, Teamwork, and a Safer Future with Dr. Menekse Barim
During this episode, we sit down with a true global ergonomist. As a senior researcher at the European Trade Union Institute, Dr. Menekse Barim’s work spans biomechanics, exoskeleton applications, and occupational health and safety. Formerly at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), she led projects on ergonomic surveillance, next- generation assessment tools, and the evaluation of exoskeletons across industries. She also organized a Global Safety workshop to promote collaboration between Turkish and American professionals, along with many other noteworthy professional achievements.