Events

The UBC Health, Exercise Sciences & Kinesiology Webinar Series

Quantifying pain: Is it possible and should you care? Dr. Kip Kramer’s presentation will cover emerging concepts related to the measurement of pain using quantitative techniques, including electrophysiology and neuroimaging. Focus on underlying neurophysiology and anatomy of pain, with applications to kinesiology. All Welcome – Free admission Zoom link The Schools of Kinesiology (UBC Vancouver) […]

Sobhan Mardan’s MSc Thesis Proposal

Title: “The Impact of Abdominal Body Contouring Surgery on Physical Function After a Massive Weight Loss: A Non-Randomized Control Trial” Thesis Supervisor: Dr. Cameron Mitchell Committee Members: Dr. Laura Hurd , Dr Michael Koehle Chair: Dr Bill Sheel Abstract: Background: It is estimated that 70% of individuals who undergo a massive weight loss develop excess […]

Katherine Lienhard’s MSc Thesis Defence

Title: “Exploring the Impact of Physical Activity- and Nutrition-Focused Workplace Wellness Programs on Employee Quality of Life” Thesis Supervisor: Dr. Darren Warburton (Kinesiology) Committee members: Dr. Tamara Cohen (Land and Food Systems), Dr. Michael Koehle (Kinesiology), Dr. Tanis Mihalynuk (Vancouver Coastal Health) Chair: Dr. Bill Sheel (Kinesiology) Abstract:  Background: The majority of employed Canadians work forty […]

Jordan Stevenson’s MSc Thesis Proposal

Title: “The Effects of Essential and Non-Essential Amino Acids on Post-Exercise Muscle Collagen Synthesis in Young Men: a Randomized Controlled Trial” Thesis Supervisor: Dr. Cameron Mitchell Committee Members: Dr. Michael Koehle, Dr. Alex Scott (Physical Therapy) Abstract: Background: Collagen is a major structural protein in skeletal muscle extracellular matrix (ECM) which surrounds myofibers. Recent work […]

Zoom Talk: Assessing and training Perceptual skills in hitting sports

  Dr Müller’s presentation will discuss the importance of visual anticipation and decision-making to expert performance in sports. His presentation will be structured into three parts. Part one, will make the case for why anticipation and decision-making are vital in order to guide action in high-speed sports skills. Part two, will outline how anticipation and […]

Mahabhir Kandola’s MSc Thesis Proposal

Title: “Evaluation of Mind Fit: a mental and physical wellness intervention for adolescents” Thesis Supervisor: Dr. Guy Faulkner Committee Members: Dr. Erica Lau (UBC Center for Hip Health and Mobility), Dr. Peter Crocker Chair: Dr Brian Wilson Abstract: The worldwide prevalence of poor mental health among children and adolescents is increasing, and those experiencing low […]

Eli Puterman Dialogue on Aging Virtual Series

1PM: Come early to participate in virtual interactive exhibits from the comfort of your own home. Bring your own beverage. Participants will have chances to ask questions and win a prize. The exhibitor mini presentation schedule will follow. 2PM: Canada Research Chair, Dr. Eli Puterman will: Discuss how physical activity improves health, wellbeing, and mood […]

Disability sport research as advocacy work

The Schools of Kinesiology (UBC Vancouver) and Health and Exercise Sciences (UBCO) are co-hosting a weekly webinar series featuring current faculty research topics. The series runs May through June. All are invited to attend these free academic presentations on Friday afternoons from 3:00pm-4:30pm PST. Title: Disability sport research as advocacy work Description: There is an […]

Elizabeth Pritchard’s MA Thesis Defence

Title: “Relationship Between Body-Related Self-Conscious Emotions and Motivational Sport Experiences Among Adolescent Females: Examining Moderation Effects of Physical Self-Perceptions” Thesis Supervisor: Dr. Peter Crocker Committee members: Dr. Guy Faulkner, Dr. Catherine Sabiston (Professor, University of Toronto) Chair: Dr. Moss Norman Abstract: Participation in sport provides many psychological, physical and social health benefits for adolescents. Unfortunately, female adolescents […]

Spring Graduation 2020

There will be one virtual ceremony for all graduates of the UBC Vancouver campus this year. The ceremony will be available to view from various sources, including the UBC graduation website. There will be a pre-graduation ceremony program starting at 9:30 am PST, with the graduation ceremony taking place at 10:00 am PST. During the […]

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