Innovation drives research in the School of Kinesiology.
The School of Kinesiology is internationally recognized for its distinguished research and innovation applied to the study of human movement, sport, physical activity, and health. The School is home to over 25 active researchers and 100 graduate students, who are linked through collaborative, multidisciplinary networks with other institutions, research centres, and clusters at UBC and abroad.
In 2018 the Chan Gunn Pavilion opened its doors on Wesbrook Mall to serve as the new hub for sports medicine and exercise science research at UBC.
Research News
New federal funding supports UBC research on heat and schizophrenia
The Government of Canada has announced more than $17 million in funding through its Climate Change and Health Capacity Building Program, including support for University of British Columbia research examining how extreme heat affects people living with schizophrenia. At this morning’s announcement, Dr. Liv Yoon highlighted findings from the 2021 B.C. heat dome, during which […]
Kinesiology Graduate Research Day 2026
On May 7, 2026, the School of Kinesiology hosted Graduate Research Day in the Gateway Health Building, bringing together graduate students from across research and applied pathways to share their work, exchange ideas, and engage in interdisciplinary dialogue. The event created a shared space for students in Neuromechanical, Socio-Cultural, Psychological, Biological and Physiological pathways, as […]
Health Promotion and Physical Activity (KIN 464) Students Showcase their Research at the Annual Student Poster Presentation Event
On April 9, 2026, students in Dr. Andrea Bundon’s KIN 464: Health Promotion and Physical Activity course presented their research at the annual Student Poster Presentation event. Over several months, students surveyed individuals who study, work, live, and play at UBC to better understand their physical activity patterns, as well as their health needs and […]
Implementing a practical curriculum in Kinesiology: Dr. Jasmin Ma helps prepare students as kinesiologists and clinical exercise physiologists
Congratulations to Dr. Jasmin Ma who has been awarded a large Teaching and Learning Enhancement Fund (TLEF) for her proposed project “Implementing a practical curriculum in Kinesiology: Preparing students as kinesiologists and clinical exercise physiologists.” Project Objectives The BC Ministry of Health recently recognized Kinesiologists and Clinical Exercise Physiologists (CEPs) as part of the allied […]