Kinesiology and Physical Education - News

Participate in a Research Study on Bone Health & Exercise Behaviours in Diabetes

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 20:02:31 +0000

The Gibbs Lab at ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ is looking for adults aged 50 and above, diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes to participate in a research study.

Participation involves one audio-recorded interview conducted via Microsoft Teams or by phone.

The study aims to identify preferences, information needs, and perceived barriers related to exercise for the management of bone health in older adults with diabetes. Adults over 50 with diabetes are often unaware of their increased risk of bone fractures, which can lead to disability, hospitalization, and significant healthcare costs.

Congratulations to Olivia Pastore for Successfully Defending Her Dissertation!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:54:56 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Olivia Pastore on the successful defence of her dissertation on 23 October, 2024!

Topic of her dissertation: "Understanding and reducing compassion fatigue using the compassion fatigue resilience model and self-compassion in peer mentors of Canadian spinal cord injury community service organizations"

Olivia Pastore is with Dr. Shane Sweet's TIE Lab.

Call for Research Participants: Exciting Opportunity with Lululemon

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:07:47 +0000

Dr. Camilla Illidi from the Clinical Exercise and Respiratory Physiology Laboratory (CERPL), in collaboration with Lululemon, is seeking healthy female volunteers for a research study investigating the effects of sports bras on exercise experiences, including motivation, adherence, feelings, anticipation, and enjoyment.

$3.75 Million Gift from Daniel and Monica Gold to Establish Centre for Early Childhool Development

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 19:19:14 +0000

Helping Children get the Best Start in Life

A gift to establish a centre for early childhood development at ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ aims to reach more children with learning difficulties.

Congratulations to Yiyang Chen for successfully defending her dissertation!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 18:01:33 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Yiyang Chen on the successful defence of her dissertation on 02 October, 2024!

Topic of her dissertation:
"Modern analytical approaches to understand the sex-specific effects of fatigue on multi-dimensional synergies during repetitive whole-limb tasks"

Changes to MCGILL ALERT! Mobile Device Notifications

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:04:43 +0000

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ’s Emergency Notification System allows you to opt in your mobile device to receive alerts during time-sensitive situations and disruptions in the use of various buildings on campus.

In the past, some mobile phone carriers only allowed voice messages, not SMS text messaging. Today, all carriers support SMS, so we will switch Emergency Notification System messaging to SMS for all mobile phones starting September 18.

Congratulations to Erika Renda for successfully defending her dissertation!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 14:57:01 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Erika Renda on the successful defence of her dissertation on 13th Sept. 2024!

Topic of her dissertation:
"Influences of hand dominance and sex on the biomechanics of fatiguing unilateral and bilateral repetitive overhead tasks"

Jenna Gibbs, KPE, and Claudia Mitchell, DISE, Awarded CFI Funding

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:35:36 +0000

The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) has awarded $5.5 million in funding to ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University researchers to support cutting-edge research facilities and infrastructure across various fields, including health sciences, environmental studies, and engineering.

The Stanley Cup Follows B.Ed. Alum

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 02 Sep 2024 14:04:06 +0000

Jamie Kompon (B.Ed.'89), an assistant coach with the Florida Panthers, became only the second coach in NHL history to win Stanley Cups with three different teams when his Panthers triumphed over the Edmonton Oilers in one of the most memorable finals in recent years.

Read Jamie's Story in the ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ News

New Dean of Education a Man of Many Talents

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 18:43:20 +0000

As Dean Vivek Venkatesh settles into his role, the Faculty is exploring different outreach initiatives for the Education Community to get to know our new Dean. This August article in the ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ News alumni magazine serves as a great introduction:

Dr. Benoit Gentil, KPE, Advancing Gene Therapy for Rare Disease: Ataxia of Charlevoix-Saguenay

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 20:45:55 +0000

The ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Reporter recently published a story about KPE's Dr. Benoit Gentil and his work in developing gene therapy for a rare genetic disorder known as Ataxia of Charlevoix-Saguenay (ACS). This condition, which primarily affects individuals in certain regions of Quebec, leads to progressive loss of coordination and balance due to a genetic mutation.

Dr. Shane Sweet Is One of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ's 10 Renewed Canada Research Chairs (2023)

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:38:01 +0000

Dr. Shane Sweet, Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education was just renewed as a Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Participation, Well-Being, and Physical Disability. Shane's research involves studying well-being and participation in daily and social activities among people living with physical disabilities. This kind of practical application research will impact society in terms of optimizing interventions and programs aimed at enhancing the lives of people living with physical disabilities.

Taking sports science to the next level - ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Reporter

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 12 May 2023 16:58:14 +0000

Landmark gift putting ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ on the world stage in sports science

By Fergus Grieve, Internal Communications Officer, Communications and External Relations

As construction for the Sylvan Adams Sports Science Institute (SASSI) on Pine Avenue continues, the ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Reporter spoke with students who are already benefitting from SASSI Fellowships about their research ambitions and what the funding support has meant for their work.

Congratulations to Danielle Alexander for successfully defending her dissertation!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 19:18:45 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Danielle Alexander on the successful defense of her dissertation on the 30th March 2023!

Topic of her dissertation:
"Understanding Attitudes, Knowledge, and Behaviours in the Parasport Coaching Context"

Department of KPE celebrates success of second annual Minds in Motion conference

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 21 Mar 2023 18:02:19 +0000

On Friday March 10^th, the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE) hosted the 2023 Minds in Motion (MIM) conference, open to undergraduate and graduate students completing research in the field of KPE. For the first time, the MIM conference was open to students from ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ and from neighbouring universities around Canada, welcoming attendees from the University of Toronto, Queen’s University, Université de Montréal, Université Laval, McMaster University, Trent University and l’Institut national de santé publique du Québec

George Shi (TIE Lab) has a new publication in the Annals of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 17:56:10 +0000

Congratulations to George Shi, on publishing in the Annals of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.

George Shi, recently published a paper titled "Outcomes of spinal cord injury peer mentorship: A community-based Delphi consensus approach" in Annals of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.

The publication can be accessed by clicking on the following link:

Congratulations to KPE’s Chrissy Colizza for winning 3 awards highlighting her academic and athletic excellence!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 17:04:12 +0000

Congratulations to Chrissy Colizza, 2^nd year MA candidate (Supervisor: Dr. Gordon Bloom) for winning the Jean Beliveau Award, the Québec Foundation for Athlete Excellence Leadership Award, and the Dorothy Nichol Scholarship.

KPE End of Semester Update

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 17:18:31 +0000

The KPE graduate committee (KPEG) is excited to announce that they are currently organizing a food drive, where all items will be donated to a women’s shelter in Montréal at the end of the Fall 2022 semester. Students, staff, and faculty of the department of KPE are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to hallway 101-A in the Currie Gymnasium building. We would like to remind everyone that any donation helps, and we are thankful to those who have donated thus far.

Sarkis Hannaian, KPE, wins best oral presentation at the 7th edition Metabolic Disorders and Complications (MeDiC) Research Day

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 15:34:13 +0000

Congratulations to KPE’s Sarkis Hannaian, 3^rd year PhD Candidate (supervisor: Dr. Tyler Churchward-Venne), for winning best oral presentation at the 7^th edition Metabolic Disorders and Complications (MeDiC) Research Day hosted by the Research Institute of the ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University Health Centre (RI-MUHC).

Sarkis won for his presentation titled:

November 16th: World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 19:01:24 +0000

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a heterogenous lung condition characterized by chronic respiratory symptoms (breathlessness, cough, sputum production, exacerbations) due to abnormalities of the airways (bronchitis, bronchiolitis) and/or alveoli (emphysema) that cause persistent, often progressive, airflow obstruction. COPD is one of the top three causes of death worldwide, causing more than 3 million deaths in 2012, accounting for 6% of all deaths globally. It thus represents an important public health challenge. Dr.

Research Spotlight: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) research in the Cardiovascular Health and Autonomic Research Laboratory

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder in women, affecting 10% of pre-menopausal women. Women with PCOS may present with a number of reproductive, metabolic, cardiovascular and psychological complications and co-morbidities. Despite this, PCOS remains one of the most poorly understood medical disorders among patients, physicians, and scientists. Fortunately, KPE’s Cardiovascular Health and Autonomic Research Laboratory (CHARLab) is one of Canada’s leading research labs on PCOS. Dr.

KPE’s Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition Research Laboratory attends the 2022 CSEP Conference

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:15:22 +0000

Congratulations to Sarkis Hannaian, Milly Huang, and Freddie Seo of Dr. Tyler Churchward-Venne’s Exerise Metabolsim and Nutrition Research Laboratory, who attended the 2022 Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) conference from November 2^nd-5^th in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

Second Annual ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Minds in Motion Conference Announced

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education have announced that they will be hosting the second annual Minds in Motion (MIM) Conference on March 10^th, 2023. The student-organized conference, which will take place on ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ campus, will be open to undergraduate and graduate students throughout Canada who are conducting research in the fields of kinesiology and physical education. The format will include oral, lightning round and poster presentations.

Congratulations to all our 2022 Master's and Doctoral Graduates!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:25:06 +0000

On behalf of the Dept. of Kinesiology & Physical Education, Congratulations to all our 2022 Master's and Doctoral Graduates!

Funding application advice from three of KPE’s past winners

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

The beginning of the fall semester is a busy time for graduate students, both at the Masters and Doctoral levels. Scholarship and award application deadlines, from provincial and federal governing bodies, are placed throughout the semester, beginning as early as the end of September until the start of December. While these application packages can seem intimating, especially for first time applicants, there are some helpful tips that can guide applicants.

KPE’s Olivia Pastore discusses the importance of recognizing World Spine Day

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 14:23:28 +0000

Taking place on October 16 each year, World Spine Day highlights the importance of spinal health and well-being, as well as recognizing the burden of spinal pain and disability around the world. KPE’s Olivia Pastore, 3^rd year PhD Candidate in the Theories and Interventions in Exercise and Health Psychology (TIE) laboratory, says that this day is important to recognize as an estimated one billion people worldwide suffer from spinal pain.

Looking ahead to the 2022-2023 year with KPEG President, Sarkis Hannaian

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Following a tumultuous past few years amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2022-2023 school year promises to be an exciting time with students back on campus for in-person learning. Sarkis Hannaian, 3^rd year PhD Candidate and this year’s KPE graduate (KPEG) committee president, is certainly looking forward to the resumption of research at full capacity without COVID-19 related restrictions. He says ‘it’s nice to see everyone’s faces and their uplifted spirits due to the return of ‘normalcy’ in society.

Reflecting on World Mental Health Day with KPE's Jason Dellatolla

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:58:22 +0000

‘Make mental health & well-being for all a global priority’ is this year’s World Mental Health Day’s (October 10^th) main message. While the pandemic has, and continues to, take a toll on our mental health, it is of even greater importance to recognize this day and to seek any opportunity to re-kindle our efforts to protect and improve mental health.

KPE recipients of 2022-23 FRQS Fellowship!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 20:16:19 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education would like to congratulate our PhD students Siobhan Henderson, Matthew Slopecki, Rachelle Aucoin, Tayah Liska, Olivia Pastore, and Master’s students Ada Sevinc, Frédérike Parent-L’Ecuyer for winning Fonds de Recherche training awards to support their graduate research.

FRQS Fellowship

Cooke Fellowship and MIRMA award Recipients of KPE!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 17:17:00 +0000

Congratulations to our 2022-23 Cooke Fellowship in Physical Education Award recipient Amanda Duguay and ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ International Research Master's Student Award (MIRMA) recipient, Kerrigan Sunday!

Amanda Duguay

Angela Cipriano of KPE receives the Arthur & Lorna Henry Prize

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 19:24:47 +0000

Congratulations to KPE's Angela Cipriano for winning the Arthur and Lorna Henry Prize awarded by the Faculty of Education's Committee on Student Affairs.

Angela is a 4th year student in Physical and Health Education.

KPE recipients of 2022-23 CGS-M Awards!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:50:04 +0000

Congratulations to our Master's students for being awarded the prestigious Canada Graduate Scholarship this year!

Congratulations to Shannon Herrick on her successful PhD defence!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 18 Aug 2022 16:59:33 +0000

Congratulations to Shannon Herrick for successfully defending her PhD thesis on Friday, August 12^th, 2022.

Title of her PhD thesis:
LGBTQ+ experiences within and across physical activity contexts

KPE Recipient of 2022 ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:25 +0000

Congratulations to our Recipient of 2022 ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Zachary William Bell

Supervisor: Dr. Tyler Churchward-Venne

Project Title: Estimates of dietary protein requirements in endurance-trained older male and female Master's athletes as determined by the Indicator Amino Acid Oxidation (IAAO) method

KPE Recipients of 2022 ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 31 May 2022 23:28:01 +0000

Congratulations to our awardees of this year’s ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships!

These three students are being awarded fellowships to support their research projects outlined below:

Congratulations to our 2022 NSERC (USRA) Award Recipients!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 02 May 2022 10:40:03 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education would like to congratulate this year's NSERC (USRA) Award Recipients.

Congratulations to our 2022 Adriano Tassone Internship Award Recipients!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education would like to congratulate the five recipients of the 2022 Adriano Tassone Internship Award.

Established in 2009 by Vincent and Sabina Tassone along with friends and family, in memory of their son Adriano Tassone, to help Faculty of Education students in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education who have completed U1 and/or U2 gain practical and research experience in Kinesiology through an internship award.

Congratulations to KPE's George Shi for receiving a scholarship from the Quebec Rehabilitation Research Network (REPAR).

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 18:19:59 +0000

Congratulations to KPE's George Shi for being awarded a $10,000 scholarship from the Quebec Rehabilitation Research Network (REPAR).

Title of George Shi's work: “Implementation of hospital-based peer support program for people living with spinal cord injury.”

George Shi is a PhD Candidate with Dr. Shane Sweet's Theories and Interventions in Exercise and Health Psychology (TIE) Lab.

Media Spotlight – KPE’s Laura Hallward, Interviewed on CTV News

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 16:34:55 +0000

Laura Hallward, recent PhD from the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, was interviewed on CTV News by Mitsumi Takahashi about her research on compulsive exercise. She defines compulsive exercise, talks about some research findings, and the main take-home messages she wanted to share with the public. Watch the full interview here.

Celebrating National Biomechanics Day

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:05:40 +0000

In honour of National Biomechanics Day, we want to highlight some of the biomechanics research happening in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education with Drs. Julie Côté and David Pearsall.

Jason Dellatolla competing in ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ 3MT Finals

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 14:52:20 +0000

We are excited to announce that Jason Dellatolla, first year PhD student in Kinesiology Sciences, supervised by Dr. Lindsay Duncan, will be competing in the ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University 3-Minute-Thesis Finals, today, on April 6^th from 3-5pm. Jason is tasked with the challenge of presenting his research on innovative education and treatment approaches for mental health issues in no more than three minutes.

Jade St-Pierre of KPE receives the ESSO 40 Congress “Best Proffered paper” Gold award!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 02:15:29 +0000

Congratulations to Jade St-Pierre for receiving the “Best Proffered paper” Gold award for her presentation during the 40th Congress of the European Society of Surgical Oncology, held from 8 -10 November 2021 in Lisbon, Portugal.

Title of her presentation:

ESSO40-0564 – Feasibility of multimdodal prehabilitation to enhance preoperative functional capacity of esophageal cancer patients during concurrent neoadjuvant chemotherapies - a pilot interventional study.

Congratulations to our 2021–2022 David L. Montgomery Award Recipient

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:29:41 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education would like to congratulate the recipient of 2021–2022 David L. Montgomery Award:

Yasmine Coovadia

Title of her work:
“The effect of sex and gonadal hormones on sympathetic neurovascular regulation.”

The David L. Montgomery Award

Congratulations to our 2021–2022 R.E. Wilkinson and Dan Q. Marisi Award Recipients!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 14:15:59 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education would like to congratulate the recipients of the 2021–2022 R.E. Wilkinson Award and Dan Q. Marisi Award!

The R.E. Wilkinson Award

Awarded annually to a student who has obtained the B.Ed/B.Sc. degree (Physical Education or Kinesiology) from ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ entering a graduate program in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education who best combines academic merit and exceptional professional leadership.

The 2021–2022 R.E. Wilkinson Award recipient is:

Congratulations to all our 2021 Master's and Doctoral Graduates of KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 20:31:52 +0000

On behalf of the Dept. of Kinesiology & Physical Education, Congratulations to all our 2021 Master's and Doctoral Graduates!

Congratulations to KPE's Samuel Lamanuzzi for receiving a Bursary from the CIBPA Foundation

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 19:09:56 +0000

Congratulations to KPE's Samuel Lamanuzzi for receiving a Meritorious Bursary from the CIBPA Foundation’s 2021 Bursary Program.

As the leading Private Scholarship Fund in Canada, the CIBPA Foundation's Bursary Program supports students from the Italian-Canadian community in Montreal.

Congratulations to our 2020–2021 David L. Montgomery Award Recipients

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 22:00:00 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education would like to congratulate the recipients of 2020–2021 David L. Montgomery Award.

Saad Razzaq – Supervisor: Dr. Dennis Jensen
“‘The added value of the CAT dyspnea and respiratory sub-items as associated with poor CPET outcomes in a random sample of people with COPD and those at risk from the CanCOLD study.’

Congratulations to KPE's Alexandra Potvin-Desrochers for receiving a CRIR studentship!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 00:34:51 +0000

Congratulations to KPE's Ph.D. student, Alexandra Potvin-Desrochers, for receiving receiving a studentship from Centre de recherche Interdisciplinaire en réadaptation du Montréal métropolitain (CRIR).

Alexandra's PhD thesis title: Understanding and improving freezing of gait in Parkinson’s disease

Matthew Slopecki has been selected as the winner for the International Society of Biomechanics - Sponsored "Motor Control Group Student Award"

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 18:11:14 +0000

Congratulations to Matthew Slopecki for being selected as the winner for the International Society of Biomechanics-Sponsored 'Motor Control Group Student Award", for his oral presentation, that will be given at the 12th Symposium on Motor Control at the 28^th Congress of the International Society of Biomechanics 2021.

Congratulations to Chen Yang for successfully defending his dissertation!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Congratulations to Chen Yang for successfully defending his dissertation on 15th June 2021!

Topic of his dissertation:
Biomechanical analysis of sex-specific adaptations to muscle fatigue in repetitive upper limb tasks

Congratulations to Ricarda Haeger for successfully defending her dissertation!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 01:00:00 +0000

Congratulations to Ricarda Haeger for successfully defending her dissertation on 8th June 2021!

Topic of her dissertation:

"Inter-Sarcomere Dynamics and Stability in Skeletal Muscle Myofibrils"

Supervisor: Dr. Dilson Rassier

Ricarda Haeger is with Dr. Dilson Rassier's Muscle Physiology and Biophysics Laboratory

KPE Recipient of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 01:15:30 +0000

Congratulations to our Recipient of 2021 ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Jordan Herbison

Supervisor: Dr. Shane Sweet

Project Title: Co-Developing the Blueprint for Quality Powerchair Sport Programming

Urquhart Appointed Head Coach of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Men’s Hockey Program

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 07 Jun 2021 19:53:16 +0000

David Urquhart has been appointed full-time head coach of the ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University men's hockey team.

A 2018 inductee to the ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Hall of Fame, Urquhart has spent the last three seasons as an assistant coach of the San Diego Gulls, an American Hockey League affiliate of the Anaheim Ducks. During that span, he helped guide the team to a 92-60-17 record in regular season play and three playoff berths.

KPE recipients of 2021-22 CGS-M Awards!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 12 May 2021 16:36:14 +0000

Congratulations to our Master's students for being awarded the prestigious Canada Graduate Scholarship this year!

Congratulations to our 2021 NSERC (USRA) Award Recipients!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 11 May 2021 14:00:55 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education would like to congratulate this year's NSERC (USRA) Award Recipients.

KPE Recipients of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 01:09:35 +0000

Congratulations to our awardees of this year’s ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships!

These three students are being awarded fellowships to support their research projects outlined below:

Congratulations to our 2021 Adriano Tassone Internship Award Recipients!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:57:51 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education would like to congratulate the five recipients of the 2021 Adriano Tassone Internship Award.

Established in 2009 by Vincent and Sabina Tassone along with friends and family, in memory of their son Adriano Tassone, to help Faculty of Education students in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education who have completed U1 and/or U2 gain practical and research experience in Kinesiology through an internship award.

TIE lab members had four new publications in March 2021

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 12:35:04 +0000

1. March 5, 2021, Kaila Bonnell, Emilie Michalovic, and Dr. Shane Sweet published their study entitled "Physical activity for individuals living with a physical disability in Quebec: Issues and opportunities of access" on the Disability and Health Journal. This qualitative study investigated the relative accessibility of physical activity from the perspective of individuals with physical disabilities.

Congratulations to Jordan Lefebvre on his successful PhD defence!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 13:55:41 +0000

Congratulations to Jordan Lefebvre for successfully defending his PhD thesis on Friday, March 12^th, 2021.

Title of his PhD thesis:
From Mentoring to Developmental Networks: An Examination of Developmental Relationships in Sport

Call for Applications - KPE Sports Science Post-Doctoral Researcher

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 21:40:30 +0000

KPE Sports Science Post-Doctoral Researcher - Call for Applications

We are pleased to announce the call for applications for a two-year Post-Doctoral Researcher position in the field of sports science. If you are interested in applying, please reach out to a prospective supervisor to discuss joining their team of researchers.

For More information please visit our Postdoctoral Fellow/Researcher page.

Congratulations to Vanessa Ferreria on her successful PhD defence!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 08 Mar 2021 13:55:17 +0000

Congratulations to Vanessa Ferreria for successfully defending her PhD thesis on Monday, March 1st 2021.

Title of her PhD thesis:

“Multimodal Prehabilitation in Lung Cancer Patients Undergoing Surgical Resection.”.

Student Flex Space in Currie Gym

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 21:10:41 +0000

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update – April 9, 2021

Study hubs and on-campus flex spaces will continue to be available for individual use only. We cannot operate group study spaces for the time being.

We are happy to announce that a Student Flex Space in Currie Gym, Room 408/9, is being made available for use on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8:30 – 3:30 as of March 1, 2021 and will run until April 30, 2021. Maximum occupancy is 20 (either individuals or groups of 6 or less).

Drummond Foundation Research Grant Awarded to Dr. Jenna Gibbs - KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 17:37:14 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Jenna Gibbs, Assistant Professor in ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ's Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE) Department, who was recently awarded a Drummond Foundation Research Grant supported by the Drummond Foundation and the John R. McConnell Foundation.

Louis-Philip Guindon [KPE] wins the Jean Béliveau Athletic Award

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 23:34:55 +0000

Congratulations to Kinesiology and Physical Education graduate student, Louis-Philip Guindon for receiving the Jean Béliveau Athletic Award!

His research title is: "Examining Breathing Patterns during Common on-ice Movement Patterns in Male Hockey Goaltenders".

Louis-Philip Guindon is completing his MSc in Exercise Physiology and plays goaltender for ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University Men’s Ice Hockey Team.

KPE's Yasmine Coovadia receives a "Dean's Excellence Fellowship"!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 14 Dec 2020 23:29:46 +0000

Congratulations to KPE's Yasmine Coovadia, M.Sc., for receiving a Dean's Excellence Fellowship!

At the start of 2020, a new funding opportunity was developed by the Dean’s Office to recruit high-caliber PhD students. Each Department was granted a multi-year fellowship package, each totaling $55,000, to be awarded to incoming doctoral students.

Matthew Slopecki of KPE has a new publication

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 18:23:45 +0000

Congratulations to Matthew Slopecki on his new publication "Is sex a proxy for mechanical variables during an upper limb repetitive movement task? An investigation of the effects of sex and of anthropometric load on muscle fatigue " in BMC https://rdcu.be/cbu6T.

Fall 2020 Virtual Convocation - Master's and Doctoral Graduates of KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 18:57:30 +0000

On behalf of the Dept. of Kinesiology & Physical Education, Congratulations to all our Master's and Doctoral Graduates!

Mathieu Michaud (KPE) receives two awards from the Faculty of Education

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 14:58:27 +0000

Congratulations to Mathieu Michaud for receiving the "The Stansfield Award for School-Based Classroom Research" and "The Muriel H. Marsh and Harold A. Marsh Endowment" from the Faculty of Education!

The Stansfield Award for School-Based Classroom Research

Established in 2000 by a bequest by Ellen Edith Grubb Stansfield, B.A. 1929, M.A. 1931, in recognition of her experience, leadership and interest in education in general, schools and classrooms in particular.

Congratulations to Nina Dai and Patrick Martin, who completed their M.Sc. degree - KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 03:13:39 +0000

Congratulations to Nina Dai and Patrick Martin, who completed their Master's of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Exercise Physiology based on their work in the Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition Research Laboratory under the supervision of Dr. Tyler Churchward-Venne.

Congratulations to Alessandra Amato on her poster presentation at the ASMBR 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting - KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 03:48:58 +0000

Congratulations to Alessandra Amato on her poster presentation at the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (ASBMR) 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting from September 11-15, 2020 titled ‘Evaluating the Muscle-Bone Unit in Severe Obesity with and without Type 2 Diabetes”. The ASBMR conference annually connects over 3,000 scientists from around the world for the premier scientific program presenting cutting-edge research in the bone, mineral, and musculoskeletal field.

Congratulations to Charlab's Evan Jette for completing his Master’s of Science degree - KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 25 Aug 2020 23:10:23 +0000

Congratulations to Evan Jette, who completed his Master’s of Science degree in Exercise Physiology based on his work in the Cardiovascular Health and Autonomic Regulation (CHARLab) and Clinical Exercise & Respiratory Physiology (CERPL) Laboraties and under the co-supervision of Drs. Charlotte Usselman and Dennis Jensen.

Emilie Michalovic (KPE) has a new publication in COPD

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 25 Aug 2020 04:18:08 +0000

Congratulations to Emilie Michalovic on her new publication "Description of Participation in Daily and Social
Activities for Individuals with COPD" in COPD: Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Yasmine Coovadia Publishes Master's Thesis work in American Journal of Physiology - KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 01:08:15 +0000

Congratulations to Yasmine Coovadia, M.Sc., who recently published her master’s thesis work in American Journal of Physiology – Heart and Circulatory Physiology.

Yasmine’s paper is entitled “Sex differences in dynamic blood pressure regulation: beat-by-beat responses to muscle sympathetic nerve activity”.

Danielle Alexander (KPE) Awarded the Walter A. and K. Mary Marsh Fellowship

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Sun, 09 Aug 2020 19:56:10 +0000

Congratulations to Danielle Alexander for receiving the Walter A. and K. Mary Marsh Fellowship from the Faculty of Education!

The Walter A. and K. Mary Marsh Fellowships in Education was established in 2009 by K. Mary Marsh in memory of her husband, Walter A. Marsh, for outstanding graduate students in the Faculty of Education. Awarded by the Faculty of Education to outstanding graduate students in the Faculty who have demonstrated leadership qualities. Preference is given to Master’s and Ph.D. students conducting research with a focus on teaching. Award value: $9,000.

Congratulations to KPE's Christopher Bailey on his successful PhD defence!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 03 Aug 2020 00:17:15 +0000

Congratulations to Chris Bailey for successfully defending his PhD “Biomechanics and physiology of motor variability in repetitive movements of young and old male and female adults”.

Best of luck to him in his postdoctoral studies at the University of Ottawa!

Bradley Crocker (KPE) Publishes Op-Ed on Healthy Debate: "It’s up to health professionals to debunk misinformation"

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Sun, 26 Jul 2020 18:31:02 +0000

If a COVID-19 vaccine is developed and nobody shows up to use it, did the vaccine ever truly exist?

Christopher Bailey of KPE has a new publication

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 01:15:42 +0000

Congratulations to Christopher Bailey on his new publication "Effects of old age on fatigability and sensorimotor characteristics of a repetitive upper limb fatiguing task" in PLoS ONE 15(7): e0235314. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0235314.

Congratulations, KPE Grads of 2020

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 14 Jul 2020 02:15:33 +0000

On behalf of the Dept. of Kinesiology & Physical Education, Congratulations to all our Grads of 2020

Statement on Racial Injustice and Systemic Discrimination

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 06 Jul 2020 19:56:56 +0000

Dear ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ KPE Community,

Saeed Babadi of KPE defends dissertation

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 03:35:57 +0000

Congratulations to Saeed Babadi, a doctoral candidate in Kinesiology and Physical Education has successfully defended his dissertation on 26th June 2020!

Saeed’s dissertation, supervised by Dr. Theodore Milner is titled:

"Identification of brain networks involved in sensorimotor learning"

Congratulations, Saeed!

Shannon Herrick of KPE has a new publication

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 02:19:33 +0000

Congratulations to Shannon Herrick on her new publication "Locker-Room Experiences Among LGBTQ+ Adults on Spinal Cord" in Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology

Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology
An Official Publication of the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity

Erika Renda of KPE receives the IRSST doctoral scholarship!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 03:39:08 +0000

Congratulations to Erika Renda on being awarded the IRSST doctoral scholarship!

The title of her project is:

"Différences entre les sexes en termes de fatigabilité et de réponses d'activation musculaire lors de mouvements répétitifs de l'épaule à différentes fréquences. Une étude de cohorte sur les blessures à l'épaule liées au travail."

Dr. Jenna Gibbs Receives NSERC Discovery Grant - KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 23:22:53 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Jenna Gibbs, Assistant Professor in ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ's Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE) Department, who was recently awarded a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Discovery Grant and Launch Supplement for Early Career Researchers!

Spring 2020 Virtual Convocation - Master's and Doctoral Graduates of KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 03:44:35 +0000

On behalf of the Dept. of Kinesiology & Physical Education, Congratulations to all our Master's and Doctoral Graduates!

Kathleen Belanger-Finn, M.A.

KPE's Alexandra Potvin-Desrochers receives a HEALTHY BRAINS, HEALTHY LIVES (HBHL) Doctoral Fellowship!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 00:08:43 +0000

Congratulations to KPE's Alexandra Potvin-Desrochers, for receiving a Healthy Brains for Healthy Lives (HBHL) Doctoral Fellowship!

Healthy Brains, Healthy Lives (HBHL) is a high-profile, high-priority multidisciplinary and cross-sectoral initiative located at ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University. HBHL builds on ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ’s scientific excellence and global leadership in areas of neuroscience that hold the greatest promise for delivering implementable, clinically effective outcomes in brain and mental health.

Kaila Bonnell of KPE receives the Chantal Malard Memorial Prize (Graduation Award)

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Sun, 07 Jun 2020 22:01:21 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education would like to congratulate Kaila Bonnell for receiving the Chantal Malard Memorial Prize (Graduation Award).

Established in 1997 by the Education Undergraduate Society in memory of Chantal Malard, a former Education student. Awarded to a student who has demonstrated artistic ability, leadership qualities, and involvement in volunteer activities while maintaining a high academic standing (e.g. at least 3.50 CGPA).

Jordan Meredith of KPE receives the Phyllis Shapiro Teaching Award

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Sun, 07 Jun 2020 22:23:11 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education would like to congratulate Jordan Meredith for receiving the Phyllis Shapiro Teaching Award.

The Phyllis Shapiro Award was established by family, ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ colleagues, friends and the University to honour the memory of an exceptional teacher and lecturer, Dr. Phyllis Shapiro, Dip.Ed.'56. Granted by the Faculty of Education's Committee on Student Affairs in the name of Phyllis Shapiro, to recognize excellence in teaching.

Congratulations to Yasmine Coovadia, for completing her Master’s of Science degree in Exercise Physiology - KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Sun, 07 Jun 2020 17:47:07 +0000

Congratulations to Yasmine Coovadia, who completed her Master’s of Science degree in Exercise Physiology based on her work in the Cardiovascular Health and Autonomic Regulation Laboratory (CHARLab) under the supervision of Dr. Charlotte Usselman.

Yasmine’s thesis was entitled, “Beat by beat fluctuations in blood pressure during acute sympatho-inhibition: The effect of sex”.

Congratulations to Audrey Parent on obtaining a FRQS Post-Doctoral Fellowship! - KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 27 May 2020 22:11:26 +0000

The Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education would like to congratulate Audrey Parent for her 2020-2021 FRQS Post-Doctoral Fellowship!

FRQS Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Awarded to promote and provide financial support for all areas of research in the field of health, including basic, clinical and epidemiological research, research in the field of public health and research in the field of health services.

KPE’s Louis-Philip Guindon wins MVP award to conclude 144th season of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ hockey

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 14:03:49 +0000

Congratulations to Kinesiology and Physical Education graduate student, Louis-Philip Guindon for being named the most valuable player of the ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University men's hockey team.

Louis-Philip Guindon is completing his MSc in Exercise Physiology and plays goaltender for ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University Men’s Ice Hockey Team.

Award Highlight: Lily Dong & Louis-Philip Guindon

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 16:37:24 +0000

Congratulations to Kinesiology and Physical Education graduate students, Lily Dong and Louis-Philip Guindon for each being honoured with Marlet Foundation awards!

Lily Dong, currently pursuing her MSc in Biomechanics and part of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ's Women’s Artistic Swimming Roster, was awarded the T. Palmer Howard Memorial Award for demonstrated leadership on a varsity team while maintaining a high academic standing.

Media Spotlight: Dr. Gordon Bloom Comments on the MLB Investigation into Houston Astros

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 20:29:10 +0000

KPE's own Dr. Gordon Bloom was interviewed by CTV News Toronto about the current investigation being conducted by Major League Baseball into the Houston Astros and their 2017 World Series win. Did they use technology to "get an edge" or was this blatant cheating? What do these allegation mean? Dr. Gordon gives CTV viewers some insight. Click here to watch the full interview.

Media Spotlight: Dr. David Pearsal

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 21:52:53 +0000

With the recent premature snowfall, Dr. David Pearsal was interviewed by CTV about the proper ergonomic technique to shovel snow without injury. Thank you for keeping Montrealers safe this winter, David! For the full news segment, click here.

Congratulations to KPE's Alexandra Potvin-Desrochers for receiving awards from Parkinson Canada & CRIR

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 15:56:00 +0000

External Awards from Parkinson Canada and CRIR 2019

Congratulations to KPE's Ph.D. student, Alexandra Potvin-Desrochers, for receiving the Graduate Student Award from Parkinson Canada (2019-21) and a Doctoral Scholarship from Centre de recherche Interdisciplinaire en réadaptation du Montréal métropolitain (CRIR, 2019).

Congratulations to our 2019 Undergraduate Award Recipients!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 14:29:53 +0000

Andrew Yoon

Recipient of a 2019-20 NSERC-USRA Undergraduate Award

Supervisor:Dr. Julie Côté

Sabrina Chan Chun Kong

Recipient of a 2019-20 NSERC-USRA Undergraduate Award

Supervisor: Dr. Charlotte Usselman

Kaveh Gaynor-Sodeifi

Recipient of a 2019-20 NSERC-USRA Undergraduate Award

Congratulations to Dr. Churchward-Venne on being selected to receive an award from the American Society for Nutrition/ASN Foundation.

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 16:22:04 +0000

The ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Kinesiology & Physical Education Department congratulates Dr. Churchward-Venne, who has been selected to receive the 2019 ASN/ASN Foundation Awards - Peter J Reeds Young Investigator Award. Congratulations!

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ's Kinesiology Clinic will help you be more active, adopt a healthier lifestyle

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 23 Aug 2018 20:32:18 +0000

Do you want to adopt a healthier lifestyle in 2019? Would you like to be more active physically?

Make those 2018 wishes a 2019 reality!

Reach your goal at the new Kinesiology Clinic of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ’s Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education (Currie Gym, 475 Pine Avenue West). Let the students from kinesiology help you, and you will help them get experience through their practicums. Special fees for ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ community members.

Why heart contractions are weaker in those with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 19:29:01 +0000

When a young athlete suddenly dies of a heart attack, chances are high that they suffer from familial hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Itis the most common genetic heart disease in the US and affects an estimated 1 in 500 people around the world. A protein called myosin acts as the molecular motor which makes the muscles in the heart contract. Researchers had suspected for some time that the R403Q mutation in some of the myosin genes is among those that play a role in causing HCM. But experiments using mice models failed to show that this was indeed the case.

Cannabis does not improve breathlessness during exercise in patients with advanced COPD, conclude KPE, PATH researchers

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 16:22:15 +0000

Inhaled vaporized cannabis does not appear to improve or worsen exercise performance and activity-related breathlessness in patients with advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a randomized controlled trial published online in Annals

KPE's Nathan Chiarlitti featured by Canadian Hockey League

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 15:54:18 +0000

Dr. Tyler Churchward-Venne appointed as William Dawson Scholar by ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 31 May 2018 20:48:29 +0000

Tyler Churchward-Venne, Assistant Professor with our Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE), has been named as a William Dawson Scholar by ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University.

Recent research from KPE tackles ergonomics, hockey, smoking cessation, cancer, Parkinson's, strokes, spinal cord injury, prehabilitation, rehabilitation and more

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 03 May 2018 19:06:53 +0000

KPE's Shannon Herrick named as finalist for 2018 SSHRC Storytellers contest

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 01 May 2018 19:34:02 +0000

The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) has announced that Shannon Herrick, master's student with the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, has been named as a finalist for the 2018 SSHRC Storytellers contest.

KPE's Dr. Pearsall provides tips to avoid slips on icy sidewalks this winter, via CBC News

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 06 Feb 2018 18:16:16 +0000

David Pearsall, Associate Professor in our Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education, spoke to CBC Montreal this week on the topic of avoid falls on the city's icy sidewalks.

New website for KPE’s Spinal Cord Injury Peer Mentorship team

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 30 Jan 2018 19:39:22 +0000

Dr. Shane Sweet, of our Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE), has launched a new website for a community-university partnership on Spinal Cord Injury Peer Mentorship (SCIPM): www.mcgill.ca/scipm

Congratulations to Soultana Macridis on the successful defense of her Ph.D. thesis

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 23:23:52 +0000

Congratulations to Soultana Macridis on the successful defense of her Ph.D. thesis (March 09, 2015), entitled:

“An Ethnographic Evaluation of a Community-Based Participatory Research Project Understanding Community Mobilization and Participation in School Active Transportation Initiatives in the Kanien’kehà:ka Community of Kahnawake, QC.”

Congratulations, Dr. Macridis! The DKPE is very proud of you and your accomplishment(s)!

Congratulations to Sophia Kapchinsky on the successful defense of her Ph.D. thesis

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 10 Mar 2015 19:00:36 +0000

Congratulations to Sophia Kapchinsky (and her supervisors, Drs. Taivassalo and Hepple) on the successful defense of her Ph.D. thesis (March 10, 2015), entitled:

“Novel Mechanisms and interventions addressing locomotor muscle atrophy and reduced oxidative capacity in severe COPD patients.”

Congratulations, Dr. Kapchinsky! The DKPE is very proud of you and your accomplishment(s)!

Congratulations to Ryan Reid

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 21:15:40 +0000

Congratulations to Ryan Reid, Ph.D. candidate in exercise physiology with Dr. Ross Andersen, on the recent acceptance of two peer-reviewed manuscripts.

Reid RER, Andersen RE. Affordable Activity Monitors Can Improve Post-Surgical Care in Bariatric Surgery Patients. Journal of Anaplastology.

Congratulations to Yana Konokhova

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 24 Feb 2015 21:01:45 +0000

Congratulations to Yana Konokhova, Ph.D. candidate with Drs. Tanja Taivassalo and Russell Hepple, for winning Best Presentation Award for her talk Oxidative DNA damage and mitochondria depletion in COPD locomotor muscle at the 9th Edition of the Annual Meeting of the COPD Strategic Group of the Respiratory Health Network of the FRQS (Quebec City, QC, February 18-19, 2015).

Photo credit: Yvan Fortier, LTB du Réseau en santé respiratoire du FRQS

Adriano Tassone Internship Award in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Tue, 24 Feb 2015 20:39:54 +0000

The Adriano Tassone Internship Award established in 2009 by Vincent and Sabina Tassone along with friends and family, in memory of their son Adriano Tassone, to help students who have completed U1 and/or U2 in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education to gain practical experience in the area of research in Kinesiology through a summer internship award.

Eligibility:

Fall 2014 Convocation - Graduates of KPE

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 00:15:13 +0000

Congratulations to all the graduates of the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education

Danielle Fainer, M.A.
Supervisor: Professor William Harvey, Ph.D.
Thesis Title: ADHD and obesity: Who would have thought?

Larissa Fedorowich, M.Sc.
Supervisor: Professor Julie N. Côté, PhD
Thesis Title: Effects of two work postures on musculoskeletal disorder risk associated with computer work

PATH’s First Annual Symposium

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ University — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 16:36:42 +0000

The ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Research Centre for Physical Activity and Health (PATH) presented their first annual symposium on Friday, October 3^rd at the ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Faculty Club. Entitled Making Connections, the Centre’s inaugural seminar event gathered prominent researchers from ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ and elsewhere who have an interest in studying the relationship between physical activity and health across a broad spectrum of healthy and diseased states.

Kinesiology and Physical Education - News

Participate in a Research Study on Bone Health & Exercise Behaviours in Diabetes

Congratulations to Olivia Pastore for Successfully Defending Her Dissertation!

Call for Research Participants: Exciting Opportunity with Lululemon

$3.75 Million Gift from Daniel and Monica Gold to Establish Centre for Early Childhool Development

Helping Children get the Best Start in Life

Congratulations to Yiyang Chen for successfully defending her dissertation!

Changes to MCGILL ALERT! Mobile Device Notifications

Congratulations to Erika Renda for successfully defending her dissertation!

Jenna Gibbs, KPE, and Claudia Mitchell, DISE, Awarded CFI Funding

The Stanley Cup Follows B.Ed. Alum

New Dean of Education a Man of Many Talents

Dr. Benoit Gentil, KPE, Advancing Gene Therapy for Rare Disease: Ataxia of Charlevoix-Saguenay

Dr. Shane Sweet Is One of ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ's 10 Renewed Canada Research Chairs (2023)

Taking sports science to the next level - ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Reporter

Landmark gift putting ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ on the world stage in sports science

Congratulations to Danielle Alexander for successfully defending her dissertation!

Department of KPE celebrates success of second annual Minds in Motion conference

George Shi (TIE Lab) has a new publication in the Annals of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine

Congratulations to KPE’s Chrissy Colizza for winning 3 awards highlighting her academic and athletic excellence!

KPE End of Semester Update

Sarkis Hannaian, KPE, wins best oral presentation at the 7th edition Metabolic Disorders and Complications (MeDiC) Research Day

November 16th: World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day

Research Spotlight: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) research in the Cardiovascular Health and Autonomic Research Laboratory

KPE’s Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition Research Laboratory attends the 2022 CSEP Conference

Second Annual ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Minds in Motion Conference Announced

Congratulations to all our 2022 Master's and Doctoral Graduates!

On behalf of the Dept. of Kinesiology & Physical Education, Congratulations to all our 2022 Master's and Doctoral Graduates!

Read more about our Master's and Doctoral Graduates >>

Funding application advice from three of KPE’s past winners

KPE’s Olivia Pastore discusses the importance of recognizing World Spine Day

Looking ahead to the 2022-2023 year with KPEG President, Sarkis Hannaian

Reflecting on World Mental Health Day with KPE's Jason Dellatolla

KPE recipients of 2022-23 FRQS Fellowship!

Cooke Fellowship and MIRMA award Recipients of KPE!

Angela Cipriano of KPE receives the Arthur & Lorna Henry Prize

Congratulations to KPE's Angela Cipriano for winning the Arthur and Lorna Henry Prize awarded by the Faculty of Education's Committee on Student Affairs.

KPE recipients of 2022-23 CGS-M Awards!

Congratulations to Shannon Herrick on her successful PhD defence!

Congratulations to Shannon Herrick for successfully defending her PhD thesis on Friday, August 12th, 2022.

KPE Recipient of 2022 ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Congratulations to our Recipient of 2022 ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Zachary William Bell

KPE Recipients of 2022 ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships

Congratulations to our awardees of this year’s ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships!

Congratulations to our 2022 NSERC (USRA) Award Recipients!

Congratulations to our 2022 Adriano Tassone Internship Award Recipients!

Congratulations to KPE's George Shi for receiving a scholarship from the Quebec Rehabilitation Research Network (REPAR).

Media Spotlight – KPE’s Laura Hallward, Interviewed on CTV News

Celebrating National Biomechanics Day

Jason Dellatolla competing in ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ 3MT Finals

Jade St-Pierre of KPE receives the ESSO 40 Congress “Best Proffered paper” Gold award!

Congratulations to our 2021–2022 David L. Montgomery Award Recipient

Congratulations to our 2021–2022 R.E. Wilkinson and Dan Q. Marisi Award Recipients!

The R.E. Wilkinson Award

Congratulations to all our 2021 Master's and Doctoral Graduates of KPE

On behalf of the Dept. of Kinesiology & Physical Education, Congratulations to all our 2021 Master's and Doctoral Graduates!

Read more about our Master's and Doctoral Graduates >>

Congratulations to KPE's Samuel Lamanuzzi for receiving a Bursary from the CIBPA Foundation

Congratulations to our 2020–2021 David L. Montgomery Award Recipients

Congratulations to KPE's Alexandra Potvin-Desrochers for receiving a CRIR studentship!

Matthew Slopecki has been selected as the winner for the International Society of Biomechanics - Sponsored "Motor Control Group Student Award"

Congratulations to Chen Yang for successfully defending his dissertation!

Congratulations to Chen Yang for successfully defending his dissertation on 15th June 2021!

Congratulations to Ricarda Haeger for successfully defending her dissertation!

Congratulations to Ricarda Haeger for successfully defending her dissertation on 8th June 2021!

"Inter-Sarcomere Dynamics and Stability in Skeletal Muscle Myofibrils"

KPE Recipient of ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Congratulations to our Recipient of 2021 ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Jordan Herbison

Urquhart Appointed Head Coach of ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Men’s Hockey Program

KPE recipients of 2021-22 CGS-M Awards!

Congratulations to our 2021 NSERC (USRA) Award Recipients!

KPE Recipients of ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships

Congratulations to our awardees of this year’s ���۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships!

Congratulations to our 2021 Adriano Tassone Internship Award Recipients!

The Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education would like to congratulate the five recipients of the 2021 Adriano Tassone Internship Award.

TIE lab members had four new publications in March 2021

Congratulations to Jordan Lefebvre on his successful PhD defence!

Congratulations to Jordan Lefebvre for successfully defending his PhD thesis on Friday, March 12th, 2021.

Dr. Shane Sweet Is One of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ's 10 Renewed Canada Research Chairs (2023)

Taking sports science to the next level - ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Reporter

Landmark gift putting ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ on the world stage in sports science

Second Annual ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Minds in Motion Conference Announced

Congratulations to Shannon Herrick for successfully defending her PhD thesis on Friday, August 12^th, 2022.

KPE Recipient of 2022 ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Congratulations to our Recipient of 2022 ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

KPE Recipients of 2022 ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships

Congratulations to our awardees of this year’s ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships!

Jason Dellatolla competing in ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ 3MT Finals

KPE Recipient of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Congratulations to our Recipient of 2021 ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Urquhart Appointed Head Coach of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Men’s Hockey Program

KPE Recipients of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships

Congratulations to our awardees of this year’s ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ Sports Science Fellowships!

Congratulations to Jordan Lefebvre for successfully defending his PhD thesis on Friday, March 12^th, 2021.

Congratulations to Emilie Michalovic on her new publication "Description of Participation in Daily and Social
Activities for Individuals with COPD" in COPD: Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

KPE’s Louis-Philip Guindon wins MVP award to conclude 144th season of ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ hockey

��۲�ݮ��Ƶ's Kinesiology Clinic will help you be more active, adopt a healthier lifestyle

Dr. Tyler Churchward-Venne appointed as William Dawson Scholar by ��۲�ݮ��Ƶ