Dr. Mary De Souza

Biography

Mary Jane De Souza is a distinguished professor in the Department of Kinesiology at The Pennsylvania State University, specializing in the etiology and treatment of the Female Athlete Triad, skeletal health in exercising women athletes, and reproductive endocrinology related to menstrual disorders in active women. With extensive research experience in randomized controlled trials examining food intake in exercising populations, her work addresses critical health issues faced by female athletes. De Souza has published numerous studies on energy deficiency, disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis, contributing valuable insights into the health risks associated with the Female Athlete Triad. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology and a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Reproductive Physiology, both from the University of Connecticut. She has also obtained both her Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Exercise Physiology and Physical Education from Springfield College. De Souza's research is instrumental in enhancing the understanding of health and exercise in women, with a focus on how energy status affects reproductive and bone health. She actively collaborates with various health and athletic organizations to promote awareness and provide education on these critical issues.

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