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Heating Up For Health

Wu Tsai Human Performance researcher, Chris Minson, weighs in on the science behind saunas and hot tubs. 

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Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance researcher named AAAS fellow

John Halliwill, a member of the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance at Oregon, has been named a 2025 fellow by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), along with a cohort of 500 scientists, engineers, and innovators spanning 24 scientific disciplines. 

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Scientists are discovering that sauna's health benefits aren't all hot air

Saunas are having a moment, drawing a new generation of wellness seekers to an age-old practice. NPR recently spoke with Chris Minson, a human physiologist supported by the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance who studies thermoregulation and health.

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UO research advances understanding of hormones and women's exercise performance

Fluctuations across the menstrual cycle don't affect ability to exercise hard, but they do change how hard that work feels.

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How to keep up your fitness performance

When do fitness levels peak? Women’s Health explores why physical performance begins to decline after age 35 with Wu Tsai affiliate Brad Wilkins.

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Microscopic Scaffolds Could One Day Help Muscles Heal After Devastating Injuries

Researchers from the Hettiaratchi lab at Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact combine 3D printing with molecular cues to guide muscle regeneration.

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Big Impact

Knight Campus research associate Kait Link provides large animal care and veterinary training abroad

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How Skiers Can Train For The Cold

What really happens to your body on the slopes? And how can skiers train for the cold? The Weather Channel takes a deep dive into winter physiology with Wu Tsai Affiliate Christopher Minson, exploring how smart skiers can use tailored strategies to stay strong and efficient on every run.

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Data Behind Nasal Strips

Brad Wilkins, an affiliate of the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance at Oregon, discusses nasal strips — a popular trend in the running community — and their effects on oxygen flow and performance.

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Sauna Science

Wu Tsai Alliance Affiliate Chris Minson discusses the differences between infrared and traditional saunas, and which one may actually be better for you.