Seminar

The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences (KHS) is excited to host Dr. Jerome "Jerry" Dempsey for a lecture on "Neural Feedback Control of Exercise Physiology and Performance: Knowns and Unknowns" on Wednesday, October 30 at 2:30 PM. Dr. Dempsey, will also lead a graduate lecture series from October 28 to November 1, with daily sessions covering respiratory physiology and exercise responses. A Professor Emeritus at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Dr. Dempsey has made groundbreaking contributions to the field, with over 419 peer-reviewed publications and extensive mentorship experience.

Dr. McIlroy will provide an overview of his career researching neural control of human balance and offers insight into what the future may hold. 

Dr. Keller will provide an overview of her career journey highlighting how opportunities have led to new steps and skill development in her career. 

Dr. Stuart Phillips, professor of Kinesiology at McMaster and Canada Research Chair in Skeletal Muscle Health, presents this seminar highlighting his research on the interaction of exercise/physical activity, aging, and nutrition in skeletal muscle and body composition.