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Current postdoctoral fellows

Dr. james JEREMY McCORMICK, PH.D.

Dr. James Jeremy McCormick is currently a Postdoctoral Fellow within the Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit (HEPRU) at the University of Ottawa, Canada. Jeremy completed his graduate work in Exercise Physiology at the University of New Mexico Department of Health, Exercise, and Sports Science where he studied physiological responses to exercise and various dietary supplemental interventions during heat and hypoxic exposure. He also gained experience in techniques in molecular biology working with the University of New Mexico Department of Internal Medicine studying cellular stress responses in the elderly and people with chronic disease. Jeremy’s doctoral thesis examined the cellular mechanisms of autophagy and heat shock proteins in prediabetic individuals in response to exercise and simulated cellular starvation. His current research focus is the cellular stress response mechanisms to heat exposure in vulnerable populations. 

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jmccorm3@uottawa.ca

613-562-5800 ext. 1112

Dr. Robert D. Meade, PH.D.

Dr. Robert D. Meade is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit and is also pursuing a Masters in Public Health (Epidemiology) at the T.H. Chan School of Public Health at Harvard University. His research is directed at understanding the physiological impacts of extreme heat events (heatwaves) and evaluating the effectiveness of commonly recommended heat-mitigation strategies (e.g., cooling centres) in healthy individuals and those with common chronic health conditions (e.g., type 2 diabetes, hypertension). He is also interested in the design of translational physiological research for complimenting public health research and practice.  

rmead015@uottawa.ca

613-562-5800 ext. 1899

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Dr. fergus k. O'Connor, PH.D.

Dr. Fergus O’Connor is currently a Postdoctoral Fellow within the Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit (HEPRU) at the University of Ottawa, Canada. Fergus completed his PhD at Bond University, Queensland, Australia where he investigated the thermal challenges faced by team-sport athletes undertaking training and competition in hot environments. Fergus’ current research area of interest surrounds the investigation of the effects of prolonged (i.e., day-long) heat exposure on human health, while exploring strategies to mitigate the associated negative side-effects of extreme heat exposure to promote positive physiological outcomes and/or adaptation.

foconnor@uottawa.ca

613-562-5800 ext. 1112

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past postdoctoral fellows

Dr. Nathalie Kirby

Dr. Nathalie Kirby

Dr. Nathalie Kirby

April 2021 to September 2022 


Research Topic: Heat stress and health in women.

Dr. Martin Poirier

Dr. Nathalie Kirby

Dr. Nathalie Kirby

April 2019 to July 2019


Research Topic: Towards creating intelligent heat stress monitoring and management solutions to safeguard health and wellness.

Dr. Ashley Akerman

Dr. Nathalie Kirby

Dr. Ashley Akerman

January 2019 to July 2021


Research Topic: Determinants of cardiovascular and autonomic responses to exercise, heat, and orthostatic stress. 

Dr. Greg McGarr

Dr. Greg McGarr

Dr. Ashley Akerman

September 2017 to August 2020


Research Topic: Regulation of skin blood flow and sweating during exercise-induced heat stress. 

Dr. Sean Notley

Dr. Greg McGarr

Dr. Sean Notley

January 2017 to October 2021


Research Topic: Occupational heat stress: Defining management and monitoring strategies for heat strain.

Dr. Naoto Fujii

Dr. Greg McGarr

Dr. Sean Notley

October 2013 to November 2016


Research Topic: What are the mechanisms underlying age-related changes in sweat rate and skin blood flow?

Dr. Jane Yardley

Dr. Matthew Coutsos

Dr. Matthew Coutsos

September 2011 to December 2013


Research Topic: Heat stress in older adults and individuals with type 2 diabetes.

Dr. Matthew Coutsos

Dr. Matthew Coutsos

Dr. Matthew Coutsos

January 2011 to February 2012


Research Topic: Heat stress and cardiovascular control.

Dr. Heather Wright

Dr. Matthew Coutsos

Dr. Heather Wright

September 2009 to August 2013 


Research Topic: Heat stress and neuroendocrine response.

Dr. Lucy Dorman

Dr. Lucy Dorman

Dr. Heather Wright

March 2007 to April 2009


Research Topic: Exposure limits for work performed in deep mechanized mines.

Dr. Ollie Jay

Dr. Lucy Dorman

Dr. Ollie Jay

October 2005 to July 2008


Research Topic: Body heat storage and work in the heat.

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