BioErgonomics Lab Research Portfolio
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Infectious Diseases: Investigating antibiotic resistance, vector-borne diseases, and valley fever
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Occupational health: Including research on ergonomics and work-related exposures to silica, noise, vibration, and repetitive motion
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Climate and Health: Examining the health effects of climate factors such as heat and dust on health outcomes
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Molecular and Clinical Biomarkers: Studying molecular and other biomarkers for work-related musculoskeletal fatigue, pain, discomfort, and inflammation
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Data Analytics: Utilizing data analytics and geographical information systems (GIS) to identify adverse health outcomes and hospitalizations related to dust storms, air quality, COVID-19, health disparities, and environmental justice
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Renal Health: Exploring the association of air quality and heat exposure with renal effects such as cancer and acute and chronic kidney disease
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Heat Exposure: Investigating the role of heat shock proteins in heat exposure