Research Chair

AssoSCIATE PROFESSOR
USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy

George J. Salem is the director of the Institute for Senior Golf Science. He is also co-director of the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research Laboratory within the Division of Biokinesiology & Physical Therapy, and oversees its exercise and aging research program. This program recognizes the growing importance of exercise and activity interventions to improve health and quality of life across the lifespan. Investigations are designed to quantify the musculoskeletal loading and neuromuscular recruitment patterns associated with functional activities and exercise; examine the influence of exercise on muscle dynamics, tissue adaptation, neural control, physical performance, brain function and quality of life; and determine the feasibility, efficacy and mechanisms of action associated with the integration of complementary and alternative modalities, such as yoga and golf.