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Val Fajardo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Brock University, where he holds the Canada Research Chair in Tissue Remodeling Plasticity Across the Lifespan. His research focuses on the underlying mechanisms of muscle wasting conditions, including muscular dystrophy and aging. Fajardo is particularly interested in muscle metabolism and muscle-based thermogenesis and its impact on obesity and type 2 diabetes. His current work investigates the inhibition of glycogen synthase kinase 3 as well as the characterization of calcium regulatory proteins. Fajardo has published extensively in reputable journals, contributing to advancements in the understanding of muscle health and disease. His work integrates molecular biology with clinical relevance, aiming to generate novel therapeutic strategies for mitigating muscle-related diseases. Additionally, he collaborates with various researchers to explore the effects of spaceflight on muscle physiology, thus combining his research interests with broader health implications in unique settings.
Brock University • St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Teaching and researching in the field of Kinesiology with a focus on muscle physiology and health.
This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.