Lydia Caldwell

Lydia Caldwell is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology, Health Promotion, and Recreation at the University of North Texas. She joined the faculty in Fall 2020.

Education:

• B.S. in Biology, University of Dayton
• M.S.E. in Exercise Science, University of Dayton
• Ph.D. in Kinesiology, The Ohio State University

Research Interests: Dr. Caldwell specializes in the physiology of exercise performance and recovery optimization. Her current work investigates flotation-restricted environmental stimulation therapy (REST) to reduce stress biomarkers and enhance resiliency in military and athletic populations.

Grants & Affiliations: During her doctorate, she was funded by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) and supported research at the 711th Human Performance Wing (AFRL) at Wright Patterson Air Force Base.