Based on the transdisciplinary nature of the Department of Kinesiology, our faculty members are undertaking novel research in a wide array of topics related to human movement across the lifespan.
Our commitment to integrity, respect for diversity and inclusiveness, and health and wellness through physical activity is the foundation for imaginative and innovative scholarship in teachingand research.
Many of our researchers are internationally known for their innovative work.
The research being undertaken in our department, includes, but it not limited to:
- Bone and muscle health
- Balance and gait
- Bio-mechanics
- Concussion
- Exercise and exercise bio-chemistry
- Ergonomics
- Environmental physiology
- Health and well-being
- Motor skills and acquisition
- Nutrition
- Neurophysiology
- Physiology
- Physical education and adaptive movement
- Pediatrics
- Spinal health and skeletal muscle function
- Sport performance
- Sport psychology
- Sociology
- Teaching philosophy
Contact us
FOR RESEARCH-SPECIFIC INQUIRIES IN THE FACULTY OF APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES
Deborah O’Leary
Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies
Office: STH 437
905 688 5550 x4339
doleary@brocku.ca
MEDIA INQUIRIES
Communications and Media
905-688-5550 x5353
universitycom@brocku.ca
