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Michelle Harrison is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education at the University of Texas at Austin. She directs the Health & Integrative Physiology (HIP) Laboratory, where she manages graduate students and conducts biochemistry-related research. Michelle received her B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science from the University of British Columbia in Canada and later earned her M.S. and Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Texas at Austin. Her research focuses on the underlying causes of diseases with a particular interest in diabetes and the inflammatory component involved in these conditions. Her graduate work examined cardiovascular disease and vascular function in at-risk populations, including African Americans and obese older individuals. She utilizes biochemical techniques to investigate biomarkers that predict disease progression, engaging in research with both human and animal models. In addition to her academic responsibilities, she is active in various professional organizations and has participated in community outreach to promote health and wellness.
University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX
Michelle manages and conducts research in the Health & Integrative Physiology Laboratory.
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