Michael Prange
About Michael Prange
Michael Prange is a Principal Engineer with over twenty years of experience in investigating traumatic brain injuries and developing injury prediction models. He holds advanced degrees in Bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania and has worked in various research roles, including at Duke University and Exponent.
Current Role at Exponent
Michael Prange serves as a Principal Engineer at Exponent, a position he has held since 2004. In this role, he focuses on investigating the mechanisms and tolerance of traumatic brain injuries, including concussion and intracranial bleeding. He has developed computational models for injury prediction and has extensive experience in biological material testing. His work contributes to understanding the biomechanics of injuries, particularly in pediatric populations.
Previous Experience at Exponent
Prior to his current role, Michael Prange worked at Exponent as an Engineer from 2001 to 2002. During this nine-month tenure, he began to develop his expertise in injury mechanisms and the biomechanics of trauma, laying the groundwork for his later work in the field.
Educational Background
Michael Prange studied at the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned both a Master of Science in Engineering (M.S.E.) and a Ph.D. in Bioengineering. His studies spanned from 1996 to 2001, with a focus on the biomechanics of injuries. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biological Engineering from North Carolina State University, which he completed from 1992 to 1996.
Research Experience at Duke University
Before joining Exponent, Michael Prange worked as a Senior Research Scientist at Duke University from 2002 to 2004. In this role, he continued to explore topics related to traumatic brain injuries and contributed to the understanding of injury mechanisms.
Expertise in Pediatric Biomechanics
Michael Prange has over fifteen years of experience addressing pediatric biomechanics and injuries. His research includes utilizing pediatric cadaveric specimens to assess head and neck structural properties and injury tolerances. He has also studied the biomechanics of shaken baby syndrome and the injury mechanisms associated with falls.