David A. Hood is a Full Professor and former Canada Research Chair in Cell Physiology (2003–2024) at York University, affiliated with the School of Kinesiology and Health Science. He is the Founding Director of the Muscle Health Research Centre (MHRC) and supervises graduate students in the Biology Graduate Program. Research Interests: His research focuses on mitochondrial biogenesis, turnover, and function in skeletal muscle. He investigates how exercise, aging, and muscle disuse affect mitochondrial health, with a particular interest in mitophagy, lysosomal function, and cellular signaling. His work spans human, animal, and cellular models, integrating physiological, biochemical, and molecular biology approaches. Recent Publication Trends: Recent publications emphasize transcriptional regulation (e.g., TFEB, TFE3, ATF4, p53), organelle crosstalk (mitochondria-lysosome interactions), and the role of exercise as 'mitochondrial medicine.' His lab explores therapeutic interventions like mitochondrial transplantation and nutrient signaling in muscle health. Scientific Awards: Canada Research Chair in Cell Physiology (2003–2024) Finalist for a prestigious national award Advising and Grants: Dr. Hood actively mentors graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. He has secured significant funding, including a $1 million CIHR grant to study mitochondria and lysosomes in muscle. His lab fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and contributes to major reviews in the field. Labs and Teams: He leads the Hood Lab at York University and co-founded the Muscle Health Research Centre (MHRC), a multidisciplinary hub promoting research on muscle function, exercise, and aging. The MHRC facilitates collaboration across departments and institutions.
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Sunita Mathurمشاهده پروفایل
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Sunita Mathur is an Associate Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Therapy at Queen's University, affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences. She holds a cross-appointment as Associate Director of the School of Rehabilitation Therapy. Her research focuses on improving skeletal muscle function in chronic diseases, including COPD, cystic fibrosis, and critical illness, using non-invasive techniques like MRI, ultrasound, and dynamometry. She co-founded CAN-RESTORE to promote exercise in solid organ transplant recipients and leads the Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research Program (CDTRP) Theme 5. Education: BSc Physiotherapy (Dalhousie University), MSc Rehabilitation (Dalhousie), PhD Human Kinetics (University of British Columbia), and a postdoc at the University of Florida. She supervises students in AGHE PhD and RHBS MSc/PhD programs. Research interests span sarcopenia, muscle dysfunction in chronic illness, and rehabilitation strategies. Her work integrates clinical and translational approaches to enhance patient outcomes through tailored exercise programs and advanced imaging. Key contributions include studies on ICU-acquired weakness, lung transplant rehabilitation, and the role of exercise in improving post-transplant outcomes. She has collaborated on international initiatives like the RECOVER Program to address long-term outcomes of critical illness survivors.
Corey Tomczakمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr. Corey Tomczak is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan. His research focuses on cardiovascular physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, and exercise intolerance in chronic conditions such as heart failure and congenital heart disease. He holds a PhD in Rehabilitation Medicine and has extensive postdoctoral training in the field. His work integrates clinical and physiological approaches to improve outcomes in patients with cardiovascular disorders. Affiliations: University of Saskatchewan, College of Kinesiology Research Themes: Health Aging and Management of Chronic Conditions, Child and Youth Health and Development Dr. Tomczak's research examines mechanisms underlying exercise limitations in heart failure and congenital heart disease, including autonomic regulation, vascular function, and skeletal muscle metabolism. He has trained numerous graduate students and mentors future researchers in cardiovascular physiology. His lab, the Russ Kisby Physical Activity and Health Promotion Laboratory, collaborates with clinical partners at the Royal University Hospital. Key areas of investigation include cerebrovascular responses during exercise, muscle metaboreflex modulation of cardiac function, and the impact of exercise training on cardiovascular outcomes. Recent work highlights impaired vascular function in heart failure and sex-based differences in exercise capacity.
Matt Vijayan is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary, holding the NSERC Canada Research Chair (CRC I) in Environmental Physiology and Toxicology, and serving as Associate Head (Research). His research focuses on cellular and molecular mechanisms of stress tolerance, particularly corticosteroid regulation and environmental toxicant impacts on fish physiology. Education: B.F.Sc. (Fisheries Science, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, 1982), M.F.Sc. (Fish Production, University of Agricultural Sciences, India, 1984), Ph.D. (Animal Physiology, University of Guelph, 1990), and postdoctoral studies at the University of Ottawa (1993). Research interests include stress signaling pathways, endocrine disruption by contaminants, and developmental programming. Current projects explore maternal stress effects, exosome-mediated intercellular communication, and long-term impacts of pollutants like bisphenol A and venlafaxine on fish growth and behavior. His work employs genomic/proteomic approaches, CRISPR-Cas9 knockout models in zebrafish, and field studies with Alberta native fish species. He teaches courses on energy flow in biological systems and animal physiology. Key contributions include identifying non-genomic cortisol signaling mechanisms, characterizing stress axis gene knockouts, and developing behavioral biosensors for environmental contaminants.
Basil Petrof, MD is a Senior Scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) at the Glen site, where he leads research in the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program within the Centre for Translational Biology. He is also a Professor in the Department of Medicine at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, with a focus on the Division of Respiratory Medicine at the McGill University Health Centre. Dr. Petrof's research primarily focuses on disorders of the diaphragm and other breathing muscles, investigating both genetic conditions like muscular dystrophies and Pompe disease, as well as acquired conditions such as ventilator-induced diaphragmatic dysfunction in critically ill patients. His laboratory examines the cellular and molecular mechanisms contributing to respiratory muscle weakness, with the goal of developing novel therapies to prevent or reverse these conditions. His research spans several key areas including diaphragm physiology, muscular dystrophy, ICU-acquired muscle weakness, sepsis, and neuromuscular respiratory failure. Dr. Petrof employs a range of techniques from molecular biology to clinical studies, with a strong emphasis on translational research that bridges basic science discoveries to clinical applications. Dr. Petrof has made significant contributions to understanding ventilator-induced diaphragmatic dysfunction, respiratory muscle failure in neuromuscular diseases, and potential therapeutic interventions for muscular dystrophies. His work has been influential in shaping clinical approaches to managing respiratory complications in critically ill patients and those with neuromuscular disorders. As a Senior Scientist at RI-MUHC and Professor at McGill University, Dr. Petrof mentors numerous graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and clinical researchers, contributing to the next generation of respiratory medicine specialists and scientists. His laboratory work involves collaborations across multiple disciplines, including immunology, molecular biology, and clinical respiratory medicine, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern respiratory research.
Dave Clarkeمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr. Dave Clarke is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University, leading the Clarke Laboratory for Quantitative Exercise Biology . His research focuses on Exercise-responsive cell signaling , Sports analytics using wearable sensors , Evidence-based exercise programming , and Clinical exercise physiology . The lab integrates mathematical modeling, clinical insights, and biomechanical approaches to address questions in athletic performance, metabolic disorders, and wearable technology applications. Dr. Clarke collaborates with institutions such as TRIUMF and the BC Cancer Research Centre. Publications highlight his work in critical power modeling , AMP-activated protein kinase dynamics , and mitochondrial disease treatments . His lab emphasizes interdisciplinary training, offering mentorship in experimental design, data analysis, and translational research. The Clarke Lab is affiliated with SFU’s Faculty of Health Sciences and maintains active outreach programs for public health education. Notable projects include developing hydraulic models for recovery kinetics prediction and validating chloride test strips for sodium excretion analysis. The lab’s work has been featured in journals like Frontiers in Sports and Active Living and Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases . For real-time updates, follow the lab on Facebook .
Omid Haji-Ghassemiمشاهده پروفایل
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Omid Haji-Ghassemi is an Assistant Professor in Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary and Principal Investigator of the Haji-Ghassemi Lab. Affiliated with the Libin Cardiovascular Institute and Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute, his research combines structural biology techniques to investigate protein kinase regulation of ion channels and neuromuscular proteins. His work has significant implications for understanding cancer mechanisms and cardiovascular diseases. Education: PhD Biochemistry, University of Victoria (2015) BSc (Honours) Microbiology, University of Victoria (2009) Research focuses on calcium signaling pathways and structural determination of disease-related proteins using cryo-EM and crystallography. Recent publications demonstrate consistent investigation into ryanodine receptor modulation and kinase interactions.
Alex E Greenمشاهده پروفایل
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Alex E Green serves as a Part-Time Adjunct Professor at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Health Sciences, specializing in interdisciplinary health sciences research with emphasis on metabolic pathways, muscle physiology, and pregnancy-related disorders. With extensive publication activity through 2024, Dr. Green maintains an active research program examining the molecular mechanisms underlying metabolic health and disease. Dr. Green's academic background includes: Doctorate in Medical Sciences - Nutrition and Metabolism from McMaster University (2020) MSc in Kinesiology/Cell Physiology from York University (2011-2013) BScH in Kinesiology from Queen's University (2007-2011) Research interests focus on the critical role of NAD+ metabolism in physiological processes, particularly examining how NAD+ depletion contributes to placental dysfunction in preeclampsia and how maternal obesity affects fetal programming through metabolic pathways. Additional research explores skeletal muscle physiology, specifically how GCN5 enzyme activity affects muscle integrity, metabolism, and response to radiation exposure. The work bridges basic science with clinical applications, investigating mitochondrial function in metabolic diseases and aging processes. Analysis of recent publications reveals a cohesive research program centered on NAD+ metabolism, with significant contributions to understanding its role in pregnancy complications, muscle physiology, and metabolic regulation. The work demonstrates methodological expertise in both animal models and molecular techniques, with applications spanning reproductive medicine, oncology, and metabolic disease research. Dr. Green actively collaborates with researchers at the University of Ottawa and other institutions, particularly within the fields of metabolic health and muscle physiology. The research program demonstrates strong translational potential, connecting fundamental metabolic pathways with clinical conditions including preeclampsia, obesity-related disorders, and muscle wasting conditions.
Sabah Hussain, MD, PhD, is Distinguished James McGill Professor in the Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at McGill University and Senior Scientist in the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program of the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC, Glen site). She leads an integrated bench-to-bedside program focused on skeletal-muscle wasting, autophagy, and angiogenesis. Education & Training: MD – University of Baghdad, 1978 PhD (Physiology) – McGill University, 1989 Research Focus: Dr Hussain’s laboratory investigates the molecular machinery governing skeletal-muscle mass in health and disease. Using transgenic models of angiopoietin signaling, sepsis, COPD and mechanical ventilation, her team has dissected how autophagy, mitophagy and proteasomal pathways drive diaphragmatic and locomotor muscle atrophy. A second axis of work explores gene-therapy delivery of angiopoietins to accelerate muscle regeneration after injury or in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy models. More recently, her group is mapping epigenetic regulators—microRNAs and long non-coding RNAs—that fine-tune these degradative pathways. Scientific Awards & Funding: Distinguished James McGill Professorship CIHR Project Grant – Fall 2024 competition NSERC Discovery Grant – 2024 competition Advising & Mentorship: Dr Hussain mentors graduate students, post-doctoral fellows and clinical research trainees. Sami Sedraoui, a PDF in her group, received the April 2025 Relève-Étoile Jacques-Genest Award from CIHR. Laboratory & Affiliations: Her laboratory is located in the Meakins-Christie Laboratories, RI-MUHC Block E, Glen site (1001 Decarie Blvd, Montréal). The group is embedded within the Centre for Translational Biology and benefits from the RI-MUHC Technology Platforms including Proteomics, Small-Animal Imaging and Molecular Imaging Services.
Dr. Lindsay Robinson is a Professor in the Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences at the University of Guelph. Her research focuses on the integration of diet and exercise in mediating metabolic processes in health and chronic diseases, particularly obesity and type 2 diabetes. She holds a B.Sc. from Acadia University and a Ph.D. from the University of Alberta, followed by an NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Guelph. Her work examines adipose tissue-derived cytokines (adipokines) and their roles in metabolic communication between tissues. Current projects investigate the effects of n-3/n-6 fatty acids, exercise, and dietary interventions on inflammation and insulin resistance. Her lab is funded by NSERC and the Canadian Foundation for Innovation. Key research contributions include studies on omega-3 fatty acids’ anti-inflammatory effects, adiponectin regulation, and the role of dietary components like navy beans and apples in mitigating metabolic dysfunction. She has supervised MSc students in these areas and collaborates widely in nutritional biochemistry. Her publications span over two decades, emphasizing translational research between basic science and clinical applications. Awards and grants reflect sustained excellence in metabolic nutrition research.
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Tyler Churchward-Venne is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, Faculty of Education, McGill University, and an Investigator at the Metabolic Disorders and Complications Program of the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC). His research focuses on skeletal muscle protein metabolism, aging, and lifestyle interventions involving exercise and nutrition. B.A. Hons, York University M.Sc., University of Western Ontario Ph.D., McMaster University Postdoctoral Fellowship, Maastricht University Churchward-Venne investigates how nutrition and physical activity regulate muscle protein turnover using stable isotope tracers. His work addresses age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia) and disuse atrophy, exploring protein supplementation, resistance/endurance exercise, and novel dietary strategies like insect protein. Recent studies examine ketone monoesters, branched-chain amino acids, and post-exercise protein dosing. His publications highlight the impact of protein sources on myofibrillar and mitochondrial synthesis, the role of low-load resistance training in aging populations, and mechanisms linking exercise-induced anabolic resistance to metabolic health. Articles span American Journal of Physiology , Journal of Nutrition , and Frontiers in Nutrition , reflecting interdisciplinary work in exercise physiology, gerontology, and sustainable nutrition. FRQS Chercheurs-boursiers Junior 1 William Dawson Scholar He directs the McGill Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition Research Laboratory, accepts graduate students, and collaborates with institutions including Maastricht University and RI-MUHC. His research integrates clinical trials, molecular techniques, and translational approaches to improve muscle health across the lifespan.
Alison Wardمشاهده پروفایل
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Alison Ward is an Associate Professor in the Department of Animal and Poultry Science at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada. Her research focuses on nutritional epigenetics, developmental programming, and molecular genetics in livestock, particularly examining how maternal nutrition affects fetal development and long-term health outcomes in beef cattle. She integrates multi-omics approaches, including transcriptomics and metabolomics, to study nutrient-gene interactions and improve precision agriculture practices. PhD (Animal Science), University of Saskatchewan MSc (Animal Science), University of Saskatchewan BSc (Animal Science), University of Saskatchewan Ward’s work bridges molecular biology, physiology, and genomics to address how maternal micronutrient and one-carbon metabolite supplementation during critical gestational periods alter fetal organ development, placental function, and epigenetic gene regulation. Her recent publications emphasize fetal liver programming, mitochondrial function, and transgenerational effects of maternal nutrition, with a strong focus on sustainable livestock production. Her research has been supported by grants from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, North Dakota Beef Commission, and other agricultural research bodies. She teaches ANSC 313 – Animal Breeding and Genetics, and has received teaching excellence awards from the University of Saskatchewan Students Union. 2024 Open Resources Initiative Award USSU Teaching Excellence Award
Krista Howarthمشاهده پروفایل
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Krista Howarth serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology within the Faculty of Science at McMaster University. Her academic career at McMaster spans from undergraduate studies through to her current faculty position, demonstrating deep institutional commitment and expertise in exercise physiology. Her educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Kinesiology from McMaster University (2007) MSc in Kinesiology from McMaster University (2002) Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology from McMaster University (2000) Dr. Howarth's research program centers on exercise metabolism and human physiological adaptation, with particular expertise in skeletal muscle response to exercise stress, protein metabolism during recovery, and metabolic adaptations to different training modalities. Her laboratory investigations have significantly advanced understanding of how nutritional interventions affect muscle recovery and how various exercise protocols induce specific metabolic changes in human skeletal muscle. The research demonstrates rigorous methodology with controlled human trials examining substrate utilization, enzyme regulation, and metabolic pathways during exercise and recovery. Her scholarly trajectory reveals consistent productivity across two decades, evolving from foundational metabolic studies to broader applications including recent work on diversity in clinical assessment. This demonstrates both depth in her core expertise and expansion into related areas addressing contemporary issues in health sciences. As an educator, Dr. Howarth maintains an extensive teaching portfolio across McMaster's Kinesiology program, consistently instructing foundational courses including Human Anatomy and Physiology I & II, Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Exercise Physiology, and Exercise Testing and Prescription since 2017. Her teaching responsibilities demonstrate commitment to both undergraduate education and specialized training in exercise physiology principles.
Alison Murrayمشاهده پروفایل
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Dr. Alison Murray serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Victoria. Currently on leave, she maintains her office in Cornett Building, Room B211, and can be contacted via amacintosh@uvic.ca or 250-721-7056. Her academic credentials include a PhD from the University of Cambridge. Her research program centers on biological anthropology with specific expertise in functional anatomy, skeletal biology, life history, metabolism, healthy aging, and evolutionary biomechanics. She investigates how life history trajectories and physical activity influence bone composition across human lifecycles and shape age-related disease risks, while also examining skeletal variation's impact on hominin locomotor biomechanics. This dual focus bridges evolutionary theory with contemporary health applications. Analysis of her 10 publications from 2017-2024 reveals consistent methodological rigor in studying skeletal adaptation, with recurring themes including sex-specific athletic performance, prehistoric activity patterns, and biomechanical responses to environmental stressors. Her work spans diverse populations from Neolithic Central European farmers to modern ultra-endurance athletes, demonstrating interdisciplinary integration of anthropology, physiology, and evolutionary biology. Dr. Murray teaches foundational anthropology courses including Biological Anthropology (ANTH 250), Human Osteology (ANTH 352), Evolutionary Biology of Contemporary Health (ANTH 357), Biology of Human Skeletal Variability (ANTH 358), and Evolutionary Anthropology (ANTH 456/552E), reflecting her commitment to translating research into pedagogy.
Dr. Graydon Raymer is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Education and Professional Studies at Nipissing University. He established the Bachelor of Physical and Health Education program in 2007 and leads the varsity Cross-Country Running Team. His research focuses on exercise physiology, mathematical modeling of physiological phenomena, and physical activity measurement. He has secured over $700k in Canadian Foundation for Innovation funding to equip his state-of-the-art research laboratory with advanced equipment like environmental chambers, metabolic carts, and motion capture systems. Education: BPHE, Queen's University BSc (Life Sciences), Queen's University MSc (Kinesiology), University of Western Ontario PhD (Medical Biophysics), University of Western Ontario His research areas include children's 24-hour movement patterns, high-performance sports physiology, and innovative dietary studies. He collaborates with institutions like the Children’s Hospital of Northeastern Ontario and Queen’s University. Recent projects explore low-cost school-based physical activity initiatives and physiological impacts of nose-breathing running programs. Awards & Grants: CIHR grants totaling $704,010 for children’s movement studies CFI funding ($700k) for laboratory equipment Dr. Raymer advises 1-2 graduate students annually in Nipissing’s Master of Science in Kinesiology program. He served on the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario Council (2017-2022) and currently oversees the $13M Centre for Physical and Health Education facility.