Sachin Goyal
Associate Editor
Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Merced.
Sachin Goyal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Merced. He earned his Ph.D. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Scientific Computing from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and his B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi. His expertise spans nonlinear continuum mechanics, computational dynamics, and controls, with a strong focus on cross-disciplinary applications in biomechanics, health sciences, and biophysics.
Dr. Goyal is renowned for his work in computational rod models, which have advanced the understanding of nonlinear structural dynamics in biological filaments. His research provides insights into how atomic configurations influence filament behavior, particularly in DNA mechanics. He is also known for his interdisciplinary approach, integrating engineering with health science to address complex problems in prosthetics and neurodegenerative diseases.
In recognition of his contributions, Dr. Goyal received the prestigious NSF CAREER Award in 2021, among other honors like the Ali H. Nayfeh Prize for original research and multiple best paper awards at ASME conferences. He has served on the executive committee of the Health Science Research Institute (HSRI) at UC Merced and holds leadership roles in ASME, including his current position as Co-Chair of the Technical Committee on Multibody Systems Nonlinear Dynamics and Control (MSNDC).
Dr. Goyal’s interdisciplinary approach extends to education, where he has developed innovative tools such as virtual labs to enhance the learning experience for engineering students. His work continues to bridge the gap between engineering, technology, and health sciences, contributing both to fundamental research and practical applications across multiple disciplines.
Sachin Goyal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Merced. He earned his Ph.D. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Scientific Computing from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and his B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi. His expertise spans nonlinear continuum mechanics, computational dynamics, and controls, with a strong focus on cross-disciplinary applications in biomechanics, health sciences, and biophysics.
Dr. Goyal is renowned for his work in computational rod models, which have advanced the understanding of nonlinear structural dynamics in biological filaments. His research provides insights into how atomic configurations influence filament behavior, particularly in DNA mechanics. He is also known for his interdisciplinary approach, integrating engineering with health science to address complex problems in prosthetics and neurodegenerative diseases.
In recognition of his contributions, Dr. Goyal received the prestigious NSF CAREER Award in 2021, among other honors like the Ali H. Nayfeh Prize for original research and multiple best paper awards at ASME conferences. He has served on the executive committee of the Health Science Research Institute (HSRI) at UC Merced and holds leadership roles in ASME, including his current position as Co-Chair of the Technical Committee on Multibody Systems Nonlinear Dynamics and Control (MSNDC).
Dr. Goyal’s interdisciplinary approach extends to education, where he has developed innovative tools such as virtual labs to enhance the learning experience for engineering students. His work continues to bridge the gap between engineering, technology, and health sciences, contributing both to fundamental research and practical applications across multiple disciplines.