Research Assistant - Pittsburgh, United States - University of Pittsburgh

    University of Pittsburgh
    University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, United States

    1 month ago

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    The Neuromuscular Research Laboratory (NMRL)/Warrior Human Performance Research Center (WHPRC), a state-of-the-science laboratory encompassing 11,600 square feet of space and features state-of-the-science capabilities in exercise physiology, metabolism and nutrition (indirect calorimetry), bone adaptation, and morphology (HRpQCT and DEXA), exercise biochemistry, strength, and performance assessments.


    The mission of the NMRL/WHPR is to optimize human performance and mitigate musculoskeletal injuries by conducting innovative, multi-disciplinary, basic, and applied research providing evidence and translating scientific knowledge, enhancing clinical decisions, and education.

    This research will lead to improved quality of life and resiliency in athletic, military, active, and diseased populations.

    Our vision is to be internationally recognized as a premier academic research center and its faculty as thought leaders in human health and performance optimization and musculoskeletal injury prevention.

    For more information on the University of Pittsburgh NMRL/WHPRC see