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Normand Boule is a Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, Recreation at the University of Alberta. He has a diverse academic background with degrees including a PhD in Kinesiology from Université Laval (2005), a Master's in Physical Activity Sciences from the University of Ottawa (2000), and a Bachelor's in Physical Activity Sciences also from the University of Ottawa (1998). Boule's research focuses on the role of exercise in preventing and managing diabetes, particularly in adults with type 2 diabetes. His work examines physiological outcomes related to glycemic control and physical fitness, with a keen interest in various types of exercise (such as resistance vs. aerobic), their intensities (including high-intensity interval training), and their respective frequencies and durations. Additionally, he explores the integration of exercise with diabetes therapies, investigating how exercise can be combined with glucose-lowering medications and dietary interventions. Boule has also contributed to systematic reviews and meta-analyses as part of his research endeavors, underscoring his emphasis on cost-effective research methodologies.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB
Teaching and conducting research in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB
Oversaw graduate programs in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation.
Physical Activity Diabetes Laboratory (PADL) • Alberta Diabetes Institute, University of Alberta
Lead research initiatives focusing on physical activity and diabetes.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB
Conducted research and taught courses in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB
Employed in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, focused on diabetes and physical activity.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management