Meeting Abstract 118-4 Sunday, Jan. 7 08:45 – 09:00 Diversity in connective tissue morphology across vertebrate muscle SLEBODA, DA*; ROBERTS, TJ; Brown University; Brown University david_sleboda@brown.edu Mammalian skeletal muscle contains three morphologically and functionally distinct layers of intramuscular connective tissue: the endomysium, perimysium, and epimysium. This structural arrangement is assumed to be ubiquitous across the animal kingdom; […]
year: 2018
The ability of tendons to buffer energy during eccentric contractions depends on lengthening dynamics
Meeting Abstract 118-5 Sunday, Jan. 7 09:00 – 09:15 The ability of tendons to buffer energy during eccentric contractions depends on lengthening dynamics ROSARIO, MV*; ROBERTS, TJ; Brown University; Brown University michael_rosario@brown.edu http://michaelvrosario.com When muscle-tendon units (MTU) absorb energy via active lengthening, energy flows into an elastic tendon before being dissipated by the muscle. Energy flow into […]
Properties and functions of tendons in the cetacean peduncle
Meeting Abstract 118-6 Sunday, Jan. 7 09:15 – 09:30 Properties and functions of tendons in the cetacean peduncle ADAMS, DA*; FISH, FE; ZUE, R; BART-SMITH, H; West Chester University, Pennsylvania; West Chester University, Pennsylvania; University of Virginia; University of Virginia da762671@wcupa.edu The flukes of cetaceans are the principal structure used to power swimming. Dorso-ventral oscillations of the […]
Hanging Out Fiber Type Distribution and Energy Metabolism in Sloth Forelimb Muscles
Meeting Abstract 118-3 Sunday, Jan. 7 08:30 – 08:45 Hanging Out: Fiber Type Distribution and Energy Metabolism in Sloth Forelimb Muscles SPAINHOWER, KB*; METZ, AK; BARKETT, EM; YUSUF, AR; BUTCHER, MT; Youngstown State Univ.; Youngstown State Univ.; Youngstown State Univ.; Youngstown State Univ.; Youngstown State Univ. kspainhower@student.ysu.edu Sloths are canopy-dwelling inhabitants of American neotropical rainforests that exhibit […]
Fatigue Resistant Jaw Muscles Facilitate Long-lasting Courtship Behavior in the Southern Alligator Lizard (Elgaria multicarinata)
Meeting Abstract 118-2 Sunday, Jan. 7 08:15 – 08:30 Fatigue Resistant Jaw Muscles Facilitate Long-lasting Courtship Behavior in the Southern Alligator Lizard (Elgaria multicarinata) NGUYEN, A*; BALABAN, JP; AZIZI, E; TALMADGE, RJ; LAPPIN, AK; California State Polytechnic Univ., Pomona; Univ. of California, Irvine; Univ. of California, Irvine; California State Polytechnic Univ., Pomona; California State Polytechnic Univ., Pomona […]
Diversity in connective tissue morphology across vertebrate muscle
Meeting Abstract 118-4 Sunday, Jan. 7 08:45 – 09:00 Diversity in connective tissue morphology across vertebrate muscle SLEBODA, DA*; ROBERTS, TJ; Brown University; Brown University david_sleboda@brown.edu Mammalian skeletal muscle contains three morphologically and functionally distinct layers of intramuscular connective tissue: the endomysium, perimysium, and epimysium. This structural arrangement is assumed to be ubiquitous across the animal kingdom; […]
Using Ternary Plots to Convey 3D Jaw Muscle Orientation in Space and Time
Meeting Abstract 117-2 Sunday, Jan. 7 08:15 – 08:30 Using Ternary Plots to Convey 3D Jaw Muscle Orientation in Space and Time HOLLIDAY, CM*; COST, IN; SELLERS, KC; MIDDLETON, KM; University of Missouri; University of Missouri; University of Missouri; University of Missouri hollidayca@missouri.edu http://hollidaylab.com Morphologists have long been challenged by presenting complex, 3-dimensional information in classical 2-dimensional […]
The role of soft tissues in the skull biomechanics of two lizards
Meeting Abstract 117-1 Sunday, Jan. 7 08:00 – 08:15 The role of soft tissues in the skull biomechanics of two lizards DUTEL, H.*; SHARP, A.C.; GRÖNING, F.; SELLES DE LUCAS, V.; WATSON, P.J.; EVANS, S.E.; FAGAN, M.J.; University of Hull, Hull; University College London, London; University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen; University of Hull, Hull; University of Hull, Hull; […]
The multifunctional urohyal and sternohyoideus of flatfishes (Pleuronectiformes)
Meeting Abstract 117-4 Sunday, Jan. 7 08:45 – 09:00 The multifunctional urohyal and sternohyoideus of flatfishes (Pleuronectiformes) FARINA, SC*; LONG, NP; Harvard University; Dickinson College stacy.farina@gmail.com Novel functions typically arise through the co-option of existing anatomy. This creates a close coupling between the new and existing functions of the associated structures, which is thought to constrain morphological […]
Echolocation and Diet Shaped Cranial Evolution During the Ecological Diversification of Bats
Meeting Abstract 117-7 Sunday, Jan. 7 09:30 – 09:45 Echolocation and Diet Shaped Cranial Evolution During the Ecological Diversification of Bats SANTANA, SE*; ARBOUR, JH; CURTIS, AA; University of Washington; University of Washington; University of Washington ssantana@uw.edu http://faculty.washington.edu/ssantana/wordpress/ The mammalian skull performs multiple functions, including feeding and protecting the brain and sensory organs. Dietary adaptation is considered […]
