Dr. Rene Vandenboom

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Biography

Rene Vandenboom is a Professor of Kinesiology at Brock University with a Ph.D. in Work Physiology from the University of Waterloo. His postdoctoral training was completed at the Department of Anesthesia, Brigham Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School. His research concentrates on the structural and functional relationships of skeletal muscle cells, the mechanics of muscle contraction, and the role of muscle function in health and lifespan. Vandenboom's recent work focuses on the influence of estrogen on muscle biochemistry and function. He also investigates the contractile components of skeletal muscles and their ability to generate heat under various conditions. His notable publications include works in various physiology journals addressing topics such as muscle force potentiation and myosin phosphorylation. Vandenboom is actively involved with the Ontario College of Kinesiology and the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. He offers mentorship for MSc and PhD students interested in muscle physiology, providing opportunities for hands-on research and theoretical study in his laboratory.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2004-01-01 — Present

Brock University • St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

Leads research on skeletal muscle function and its implications for health and athletic performance.

Requirements for Brock University

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:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.