Kinesiology

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Better Hydration May Lead to Better Sleep

Sleep quantity and quality were both evaluated as part of the study

Physical Therapy students work in UConn's Human Anatomy Learning Lab

Learning from the Dead to Better Serve the Living

UConn’s Human Anatomy Learning Laboratory (HALL) is a state-of-the-art cadaver facility that provides educational opportunities for UConn students, health care professionals, and those aspiring to enter the medical field

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CAHNR Welcomes New Faculty Members for Fall 2025

Bringing new expertise and fresh perspectives to an already thriving academic community, new educators join several CAHNR departments

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New Scoring System for Horse Skin, Coat Condition Provides Insights into Parasite Impact

'By being on top of it, we prevent it from being a problem later on for the animals'

Athletic Trainers learning about player safety

From Sideline to Lifeline: Advancing Emergency Skills in Athletic Training Education

UConn’s Institute for Sports Medicine (ISM) recently hosted a workshop for athletic trainers from across Connecticut to address updated guidance on Emergency Action Plans

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Cooling Garments Can Protect Laborers in a Hotter World

A new paper from researchers in the Korey Stringer Institute (KSI) demonstrates that commercially available body-cooling garments provide significant protection against extreme heat

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Kumar Venkitanarayanan Named Interim Dean of UConn’s College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources

Venkitanarayanan is a leader in the field of egg and poultry meat safety and has served in several leadership roles within the University

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Athletic Trainer Employment in High Schools Associated with Fewer Fatalities and Injuries

A growing body of research demonstrates the importance of having athletic trainers employed in high schools, including two new papers including UConn researchers

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Why You Don’t Need Permission to Get Moving: UConn Experts Call for Sweeping Changes to Exercise Participation Guidelines

The researchers and clinicians emphasize the significant benefits of exercise for all people, including those deemed 'high risk' by current standards

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How to Partner With Industry (by Really Trying)

Successful UConn researchers offer Insight on fruitful collaboration with private industry