Dr. Dane Cook

Professor

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Biography

Dane Cook is a Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he serves as the Director of the Exercise Psychology Lab. He leads research on exercise movement and its psychological impacts, particularly in relation to veterans through his position at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital. Cook has contributed significantly to the field of exercise science with a focus on understanding the motivational aspects of physical activity and the psychological benefits of exercise for diverse populations. His academic background includes a PhD in Exercise Science from the University of Georgia, where he also completed his Master’s degree. He has a postdoctoral fellowship in Neuroscience from UMDNJ-NJMSA, aligning his research with the latest insights in brain activity and physical health. Cook's work has been instrumental in advancing research methodologies in exercise psychology and examining the implications of exercise for mental health and well-being.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences