Tracy Norman Giest

Tracy Norman Giest possesses extensive expertise in neuromechanics and human biomechanics with a PhD from Georgia Institute of Technology, focusing on locomotion transitions. Experience includes roles at Fitbit and Google, where Tracy led human research labs, managing teams to enhance human subjects research and develop algorithms for Software as a Medical Device. Prior experience includes a postdoctoral position at NC State University and teaching science through Teach For America. Tracy's background also includes consulting for industrial biomechanics and conducting research at the National Institutes of Health. Education encompasses a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Penn State University and a PhD in Applied Physiology from Georgia Institute of Technology.