معرفی
Astrid Mel is an Associate Professor and Program Director of Exercise Science at Mercy University's School of Health and Natural Sciences. She oversees program development, including establishing a state-of-the-art research lab, serves on the Faculty Senate, and acts as Faculty Athletic Liaison. Certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA), Sports Nutritionist (ISSN), Exercise Physiologist (ACSM), and holder of an NCAA coaching diploma.
Education:
- M.A. in Advanced Level Coaching, Springfield College (thesis on gender differences in soccer officiating)
- Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, Springfield College (research on hydration's impact on soccer performance)
Research interests focus on:
- Environmental physiology and injury prevention
- Exercise interventions for quality-of-life improvement
- Pedagogical innovation in Exercise Science education
Publications emphasize interdisciplinary themes: pandemic-related activity shifts, physiological responses to exercise intensity, hydration in sports performance, nutritional needs of athletes, and recovery modalities like massage therapy.
Teaching portfolio includes:
- EXSC 110: Foundations of Exercise Science & Health
- EXSC 230: Applied Motor Learning
- EXSC 460/460A: Exercise Physiology
- EXSC 385: Strength and Conditioning
