EDUCATION
| Ph.D. | Physiology and Biophysics | University of Louisville |
| M.S. | Exercise Physiology | University of Louisville |
| B.A. | Health Promotion | Purdue University |
| B.A. | Health and Kinesiology | Purdue University |
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Alterations to immune cell function
Vascular/muscular adaptations to resistance exercise training
Macrophage infiltration and polarization in the development
Progression of skeletal muscle fibrosis due to chronic inflammation
Immunological and physiological adaptations to exercise in the cold
Efficacy of blood flow restriction training for enhancing muscular growth with high intensity resistance exercise.
Immunological dysfunction in type II diabetics and how exercise mitigates this dysfunction
COURSES TAUGHT
Graduate
| Course ID | Course Title |
|---|---|
| KIN 507 | Lab Techniques in Physical Education |
Undergraduate
| Course ID | Course Title |
|---|---|
| KIN 300 | Introduction to Kinesiology |
| KIN 492 | Physiology of Exercise |
BIOGRAPHY
I am originally from a very small town in southeastern Indiana called Cedar Grove. I moved to Alabama for my job with the University in June of 2018. When I am not at work or at home with my family, I like to go hiking, fishing, golfing, camping, etc… I am also a big fan of college football and basketball, particularly my alma mater institutions: Purdue University and the University of Louisville. Of course, I also cheer for the University of Alabama athletics, so Boiler Up, Go Cards, and Roll Tide!!!
I have been married since June 2010 to my wife, Diana. I have 1 child, my son, Jordan, who was born in October 2016. I am an animal person and have had 2 cats that have been part of my family since 2011.