Dr. Kathy Simpson is the advisor for students in the programs. Dr. Simpson’s research involves studies in biomechanical and neuromuscular adaptations to movement that have injury and performance implications. Gait, running, and jumping biomechanics are most commonly studied.

Dr. Cathy Brown Crowell is also an advisor for students in the program. Dr. Cathy Brown Crowell’s area of research is in lower extremity sports injuries, specifically chronic ankle instability. She utilizes motion analysis to understand mechanisms of sports injuries, potential long-term consequences of the injuries, and how rehabilitation programs affect motion.”

Dr. Tim Foutz (Bioengineering Department) also supports the program. Other faculty in the Department of Exercise Science include: Dr. Ted Baumgartner (measurement and evaluation); Drs. Kirk Cureton, Lesley White and Kevin McCully (exercise physiology); Dr. Michael Ferrara (athletic training); Drs. Rod Dishman, Patrick O’Connor and Phil Tomporowski (exercise psychology); Dr. Harry DuVal (adult fitness/cardiac rehabilitation); and Dr. Elaine Cress (gerontology).