Maddox Horn

mkh6100@psu.edu
maddoxlhorn@gmail.com

Education

THE PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY
University Park, Pennsylvania Kinesiology: Biomechanics & Exercise Physiology

KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Kutztown, Pennsylvania May 2025 Physics: Engineering, B.S., Minor in Astronomy

Awards & Honors

Founder’s Scholarship, Kutztown University, 2021 - 2025

Dean’s List Fall 2024

Research Experience

KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Danielle Seier September 2024 – 2025

Research project analyzing the forces of backpack load carriage on the human body with the goal of implementing a Python-based computer model. This model will help describe and analyze these forces on a female body type.

KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Justin Smoyer September 2024 – December 2024

Senior Seminar project reconfiguring the PASCO Human Back model to mimic the load of a backpack on the human back. Tested loading at different heights and postures to suggest the most optimal. Found that the most upright posture and higher load placement caused the least strain on the model.

KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Dr. Justin Smoyer January 2024 – May 2024

Class project working with St. Lukes to design, prototype, and test a “Cane Clip” to assist those using mobility aids. The 3D-printed designs were presented and modeled if successful, focusing on the process of design and production, and how improvements can be made in future designs.

Research Interests

Biomechanics and kinesiology.

Sport equipment research and design; Emphasis on design considerations for the female body.

Concussion research; improved equipment design and protocols for mitigation.

Medical equipment research and design.

Professional Experience

DAVIS, BOWEN, & FRIEDEL, INC.
Salisbury, Maryland
Structural Engineering Intern May 2023 – August 2023

Assisted the professional engineer and others working with the engineering department with AutoCAD designs and details, structural calculations, field visits of current/potential projects, and team meeting presentations.

KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY TUTORING SERVICES
Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Lab Assistant, Physics Lab February 2023 – October 2023

Helped students with any content they struggled with as well as helped them with study skills specific to their classes in preparation for exams and understanding the material.

Technical Skills

Fusion design skills.

AutoCAD design skills.

LaTEX typesetting skills.

Prototyping experience with 3D printing.

Collaborative skills with multiple outside groups.

Experienced in presentation of findings.

Experienced in one on one and group teaching/aid.

Leadership & Service

Eagle Scout Event Student Volunteer, Kutztown University, Physical Sciences Department, Physics Club, Fall 2021.

Period Packing Party Volunteer, Kutztown University, Multicultural Center, Honors Club Fall 2021.

School Involvement Volunteer, Kutztown University, Kutztown University Women’s Rugby Football Club, Fall 2022 to Spring 2024.

Food Pantry Donation Drive, Kutztown University, Kutztown University Women’s Rugby Football Club, Fall 2023 & Spring 2024.

Special Olympics Activity Volunteer, Kutztown University, Kutztown University Women’s Rugby Football Club, Spring 2024.