Performance
and Fatigue Laboratory

Facilities and Capabilities

Environmental Chamber (ESPEC)

Capable of simulating extreme environments with ±1°F precision across a temperature range of -22°F to 185°F (-30°C to 85°C) and controlled humidity regulation. Supports human testing, thermal stress studies, and physiological adaptation research under precisely controlled environmental conditions.

Metabolic Cart (COSMED K5)

Portable metabolic analyzer for measuring oxygen consumption, energy expenditure, and substrate utilization during exercise and rest.

Treadmills & Cycle Ergometers (Woodway)

High-performance treadmills and ergometers designed for controlled exercise testing, gait analysis, and endurance assessments.

Fully Equipped Wet Lab with Phlebotomy Capabilities

Enables blood sampling, biomarker analysis, and biochemical assays to assess metabolic, endocrine, and immune responses to exercise and environmental stressors.

High-Sensitivity Force Plates (AMTI)

Precision platforms for measuring ground reaction forces, balance, and neuromuscular performance during dynamic movements.

Thermal Imaging System

Infrared technology for assessing heat distribution, skin temperature changes, and thermoregulatory responses in real time.

Temperature Monitoring Systems

Core and skin temperature sensors for continuous tracking of thermoregulation and physiological responses in various environments.

Body Composition Analysis

Multiple modalities, including body scanners, platform scales, and bioelectrical impedance, to assess body fat percentage, body surface area, muscle mass, and hydration status.

Cardiovascular Monitoring Systems

Includes heart rate monitors, ECGs, and blood pressure devices to track cardiovascular function and autonomic responses to exercise and environmental stress.

Lab Members

Co-Directors

Faculty Member

Faculty Affiliates

Graduate Student Members

  • Austin Burmeier
  • Faith Ford
  • Francisco Aguilar
  • Ben Doyle
  • Edward Williams

Graduate Student Alumni

Dr. Sean Stanelle