Title: 1) Biomechanic; 2) Biomedical Engineer
Company: 1) Outlier; 2) Mercor
Location: Houston, Texas, United States
Abderrahman Ouattas, Biomechanic at Outlier and Biomedical Engineer at Mercor, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Scientists for dedication, achievements and leadership in Biomechanics.
Dr. Ouattas has established himself as an expert in biomechanics, motor control and motor learning, earning recognition for his innovative contributions to the field. In 2025, he began serving as a biomechanist with Outlier, where he applies his expertise to advance research and development in human movement science. That same year, Dr. Ouattas took on the role of biomedical engineer at Mercor in San Francisco, California, where he continues to drive progress in biomedical engineering.
Before these appointments, Dr. Ouattas was a postdoctoral research associate at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, from 2023 to 2025. During this period, he contributed to cutting-edge research initiatives and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex challenges in biomechanics and rehabilitation science. In 2023, Dr. Ouattas also served as a postdoctoral research fellow at McGovern Medical School, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston).
While pursuing his advanced degrees, Dr. Ouattas served as a doctoral research fellow at the University of Nebraska at Omaha between 2019 and 2023. Among his most significant achievements during this time was the development of a verbal sleeping device known as WASP. This project was supported by a $10 million clinical trial funded by the National Institutes of Health in 2019, followed by a second phase with an additional $20 million investment from the same institute. Notably, the WASP device was designed to reduce injuries and fatalities from slips and falls, particularly benefiting adults aged 65 and older in colder regions such as the Midwest and the eastern and northern United States.
Earlier in his academic journey, Dr. Ouattas served as a graduate research assistant at the University of Nebraska at Omaha from 2016 to 2018. His work during this period laid the foundation for his later innovations and provided him with essential skills in experimental design and data analysis within biomechanics.
Before relocating to the United States, Dr. Ouattas worked internationally as a talent identification agent for Aspire Academy in Doha, Qatar, from 2014 to 2016. In this capacity, he identified promising athletes and contributed to sports science initiatives to optimize athletic performance. In 2014, Dr. Ouattas also served as a project coordinator for the Qatar Olympic Committee, overseeing initiatives that supported national sports development.
Dr. Ouattas’s extensive academic credentials have been instrumental in shaping his career trajectory. His undergraduate studies culminated in a Bachelor of Science from Qatar University in 2015. He then studied at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where he acquired a Master of Science and a Doctor of Philosophy in biomechanics in 2018 and 2022, respectively. Throughout his doctoral studies, Dr. Ouattas contributed to various projects, such as developing a mechanical exoskeleton for stroke survivors with paralyzed hands, enabling them to regain movement and independence. These experiences fueled his determination to continue advancing technologies that restore quality of life for individuals facing physical limitations.
A dedicated member of the American Society for Biomechanics and the American College of Sports Medicine, Dr. Ouattas remains actively engaged with leading organizations that shape advancements within his discipline. His scholarly output includes co-authorship of several peer-reviewed publications in Clinical Biomechanics, the European Proceedings of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and other professional journals.
Dr. Ouattas’s early exposure to medical education in Ukraine influenced his decision to pursue innovation over traditional practice, ultimately guiding him toward biomechanics, a field that allowed him to merge his interests in medicine and engineering. In recognition of his hard work, he received the UNO’s Graduate Research and Creative Activity Grant from the Office of Research and Creative Activity at the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 2016 and a fellowship from QLI in 2019.
Dr. Ouattas attributes his achievements thus far to optimism and resilience, qualities that motivate him to approach challenges as opportunities for problem-solving and community contribution. He also credits his parents for their unwavering support throughout his life and acknowledges the guidance of mentors, advisers, colleagues and friends. Moreover, Dr. Ouattas expresses gratitude to the U.S. government and the National Institutes of Health for their support throughout his professional journey.
Looking ahead, Dr. Ouattas aims to establish a company dedicated to giving back to the community through advancements across various biomechanical fields. His ongoing work focuses on improving outcomes for individuals with neurological or biomechanical disorders by building devices, conducting clinical trials and creating biomechanical models, often using three-dimensional modeling techniques to analyze biological movements and predict declines in function or quality of life, such as falls or balance issues. Dr. Ouattas is committed to collaborating with hospitals or academic institutions while remaining actively involved in community-focused initiatives that enhance health care delivery through innovative biomechanical solutions.
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