Dr. Geoffrey Power

Associate Professor

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Biography

Geoffrey Power is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Health Sciences at the University of Guelph. He completed his undergraduate and Master's degrees at the Memorial University of Newfoundland, followed by a PhD focusing on neuromuscular physiology from the University of Western Ontario. His research interests are primarily in the areas of neuromuscular physiology, muscle mechanics, and the impacts of aging on muscle function. Power's work has investigated muscle fatigue, the effects of lifelong exercise on motor unit loss, and cellular-level changes in muscle mechanics. Additionally, he has conducted a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Calgary's Human Performance Lab, examining age-related alterations in muscle mechanics. His current research encompasses various techniques to explore muscle function and neuromuscular control throughout the lifespan. Power has published extensively in reputable journals and is active in the academic community, contributing to the understanding of muscle dynamics as they relate to aging and physical activity.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).