Research Labs

Roy and Lois Cairns Health and Bioscience Research Complex

The Department of Kinesiology aims to be a leading research department where faculty and students conduct cutting-edge research in state-of-the-art facilities.

Research-intensive, progressive, and innovative.

Our Department of Kinesiology has a long history in human performance science research. As one of the most research-intensive departments in the University with a strong reputation, we have a substantial, continuous influx of excellent researchers, undergraduate and graduate students.

Our research is dedicated to improving human health and performance across the lifespan using innovative methods and cutting-edge technologies housed in state-of-the-art laboratories, including:

  • behavioural/observation labs
  • ergonomics labs
  • intervention labs
  • ‘dry’ biophysical labs
  • ‘wet’ biophysical labs

The Roy and Lois Cairns Health and Bioscience Research Complex

The Roy and Lois Cairns Health and Bioscience Research Complex is advancing Canada’s science and technology infrastructure. It houses world-class work by researchers in areas like cancer, infectious diseases, and bone and muscle health. It is a hub for innovative research and knowledge transfer.

LaboratoryLocation
Freezer FarmCRN 123
Animal Care FacilityCRN 149-178
Human Anatomy LabCRN 310
Bone & Muscle Health CentreCRN 428-447

Thistle

LaboratoryLocation
Neuro-mechanics and Ergonomics LabTH 141

Walker Complex

LaboratoryLocation
On Ice Performance LaboratoryWC 100
Injury Prevention, Clinical Intervention and Implementation Science LabWC 251A-C

Welch Hall

LaboratoryLocation
Hydration Exercise and Temperature (HEaT) LabWH 09
Exercise Intervention LabWH 16
Environmental Ergonomics LabWH 17
Biomechanics & Motor Control LabWH 18
Electromyography LabWH 21
Activity, Sport Performance, Injury Prevention (ASPIRE) LabWH 22
Spine Biomechanics & Neuromuscular Control LabWH 23
Data and Sample Storage LabWH 25
Motor Skill Acquisition LabWH 137
Health & Exercise Psychology LabWH 141
Sympathetic Neurocirculatory Regulation LaboratoryWH 143
Applied Physiology LabWH 144
Centre for Healthy Youth Development through SportWH 146
REFraming Rehabilitation Adherence, Motivation and Exercise (REFRAME) LabWH 148