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Relationship between modern work in biomechanics (in particular, musculoskeletal mechanics) and the work of Leonardo da Vinci, Galileo Galilei and Giovanni Alfonso Borelli. Leonardo da Vinci's sketches of the human form and anatomical studies of the skeleton, musculature and vasculature. Galileo Galilei's empirical approach to scientific discovery, contributions to physics and the basis for engineering mechanics, including the strength of beams and bones. Giovanni Alfonso Borelli investigations into muscular contraction and studies on the mechanics of human movement. Visits to art and science museums with relevant exhibits.