Kurt W. Kornatz, PhD
Position: Assistant Professor Department: Exercise Physiology
Contact Info
Office: Anderson Center 144C Phone: 336-750-3479 Email: kornatzkw@wssu.edu
Biography
Dr. Kurt W. Kornatz is an Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology specializing in neuromuscular physiology. His research examines adjustments and adaptations of the neuromuscular system in response to physical activity (i.e. exercise and practice) and aging. He obtained his Ph.D. studying the neurophysiology of human movement at the University of Colorado-Boulder and performed post-doctoral training in motor control at Arizona State University.Educational Background
- Post-doc, 2004-2006, Arizona State University
- PhD, 2004, University of Colorado- Boulder
- MS, 1996, University of Texas- El Paso
- BS, 1992, Depaul University
Research and Project Interests
- Neuromuscular influences on the improvement and declines in fine motor control
- Kinetic chain movement patterns
- STEM Education
- WSSU Human Performance and Biodynamics Laboratory