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HPSSC At Inaugural Global Sports University Network ’24 Summit
Dr. Ken Kozloff, HPSSC Co-Director, is representing the UM HPSSC at the inaugural Global Sports University Network Summit, held this September 12-13 at the University of Oregon. As stated in the GSUN website, ‘‘the GSUN ’24 Summit will bring together international academic experts from around the globe in sports science, engineering, technology...
Dr. Ken Kozloff U-M HPSSC Co-Director Quoted in CNET – Running and Wearable Technology
CNET recently published an article on smartwatches/fitness tracking with running. The article features, Ken Kozloff, PhD, the University of Michigan Human Performance & Sport Science Center Co-Director. The article is linked here.
2024 James Hay Symposium — Biomechanics of Exercise and Sport
Ron Zernicke, PhD, DSc, Co-Director of the Human Performance & Sport Science Center (HPSSC) was recently awarded the James Hay Memorial Award on August 9, 2024 by the American Society of Biomechanics 2024. The James Hay Memorial Award recognizes originality, quality, and depth of biomechanics research that addresses fundamental research...
Making a difference in the world of athletic training
National Athletic Training Month is held every year in March and is a time to continue spreading awareness about the amazing work that athletic trainers around the nation are doing. This month we caught up with one of our very own ATs from the Human Performance & Sport Science Center, Dr. Adam Lepley, clinical associate professor and director...
HPSSC At Inaugural Global Sports University Network ’24 Summit
Dr. Ken Kozloff, HPSSC Co-Director, is representing the UM HPSSC at the inaugural Global Sports University Network Summit, held this September 12-13 at the University of Oregon. As stated in the GSUN website, ‘‘the GSUN ’24 Summit will bring together international...
Dr. Ken Kozloff U-M HPSSC Co-Director Quoted in CNET – Running and Wearable Technology
CNET recently published an article on smartwatches/fitness tracking with running. The article features, Ken Kozloff, PhD, the University of Michigan Human Performance & Sport Science Center Co-Director. The article is linked here.
2024 James Hay Symposium — Biomechanics of Exercise and Sport
Ron Zernicke, PhD, DSc, Co-Director of the Human Performance & Sport Science Center (HPSSC) was recently awarded the James Hay Memorial Award on August 9, 2024 by the American Society of Biomechanics 2024. The James Hay Memorial Award recognizes originality,...
Making a difference in the world of athletic training
National Athletic Training Month is held every year in March and is a time to continue spreading awareness about the amazing work that athletic trainers around the nation are doing. This month we caught up with one of our very own ATs from the Human Performance &...
Marni Wasserman’s Journey to Biomechanics
Marni Wasserman's journey started with a bit of uncertainty, but eventually took shape as she found her passion in biomechanics. Graduating with a background in writing and psychology from NYU, Wasserman found herself at the University of Michigan, where she completed...
Dr. Harjiv Singh Joins the University of Michigan HPSSC
As we embark on the new year, the Human Performance & Sport Science Center (HPSSC) is thrilled to welcome Dr. Harjiv Singh to the team. Recently relocated from Orlando, Florida to the Mitten State with his wife, Upahvan Kaur, who is currently completing her...
Foot fitness is crucial to better stability and strength
Whether you're a trained athlete, a recreational runner, or enjoy the occasional stroll around your neighborhood to promote better health, your feet play a pivotal role in long-term strength and mobility. Dr. Alexandra DeJong Lempke, Clinical Assistant Professor of...
ESSI teams up with Samsung for smartwatch research
The University of Michigan Exercise & Sport Science Initiative has launched a research partnership with Samsung Electronics Co. to explore smartwatch technology in an effort to help runners manage their health and physical activity by providing more reliable and...
The Changing Classification System in Wheelchair Basketball and Tennis
Tuesday, November 16, 20211:00-2:00 pm ETRSVPJoin the Exercise & Sport Science Initiative (ESSI) and Adaptive Sports & Fitness for a seminar focused on the implications of the changing classification system in wheelchair basketball and tennis. The...
