Performance
and Fatigue Laboratory
About the Lab
Location: 345 Gilchrest Building
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