The Goetz Orthopedic Biomechanics Lab supports physical, computational, and preclinical modeling investigations to improve the care of individuals with orthopedic conditions.

Jess's Lab Group!

Current Research

Overview of current projects going on in the Goetz Lab

Research Partners & Collaborators

Links to faculty and labs currently collaborating with the Biomechanics Lab.

Lab History

Orthopedic biomechanics research has evolved at the University of Iowa over several decades

Lab News

CCOM Events

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Johnson County Wellness Blood Drive

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Johnson County Wellness
The DeGowin Blood Center is hosting a blood drive from 12 P.M. to 4 p.m. on March 18th, 2026, at the Health and Human Services Building!
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Fountain Lobby Blood Drive

Thursday, March 19, 2026 11:00am to 4:00pm
General Hospital
The DeGowin Blood Center is hosting a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 19th, 2026, at the Fountain Lobby.
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St Thomas More Blood Drive

Sunday, March 22, 2026 9:00am to 1:00pm
St. Thomas More Catholic Church
The DeGowin Blood Center is hosting a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday March 22nd, 2026, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, in their basement