The University of Waterloo, Kinesiology and Health Sciences Professor Lora Giangregorio has been awarded a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair (CRC) in Bone Health and Exercise Science, with a funding allotment of $1.4 million.
The Tier 1 Canada Research Chair will advance bone health and exercise science research.
Dr. Giangregorio also received a $75,000 grant from the Canada Foundation for Innovation John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF) that is associated with this CRC.
Dr. Giangregorio is a member of Osteoporosis Canada’s Scientific Advisory Council (SAC). Her research team has also worked with the organization to develop Bone Fit™, a two-day workshop for physiotherapists and kinesiologists on exercise prescription for those with osteoporosis.
Dr. Giangregorio is recognized for her outstanding research in reducing the burdens of osteoporotic (bone tissue) fractures. She leads the University of Waterloo Bone Health and Exercise Science Lab (BonES), working on exercise research to reduce fracture risk.
Congratulations to Dr. Giangregorio!
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