Dr. Cheri Mcgowan

Biography

Dr. Cheri L. M. McGowan is a Professor in the Faculty of Human Kinetics at the University of Windsor. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Waterloo and postgraduate training at McMaster University, where she earned her Ph.D. in Human BioDynamics with a specialization in Cardiovascular Physiology Exercise Rehabilitation. Dr. McGowan's academic and research interests lie in exercise physiology, pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease, and exercise rehabilitation. She is actively involved in various adjunct positions, including roles at the School of Kinesiology at Western University and as an Adjunct Scientist at the Lawson Health Research Institute. Her research aims to improve well-being at local, provincial, national, and global levels by providing solutions to reduce morbidity and mortality related to cardiovascular diseases. The current research program focuses on several key areas, including the contribution of the autonomic nervous system to disease pathophysiology and the effectiveness of alternative exercise interventions to manage blood pressure regulation. Dr. McGowan has a strong commitment to training and mentoring students, providing them with exposure to high-caliber research and professional opportunities.

Research Interests