Jing Xian Li, MD. PhD

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Affiliation(s): 

University of Ottawa

Areas of Interest: 

sports medicine, biomechanics, aging, physical exercise

Biography & Research: 

Dr. Li received her PhD and postdoctoral training in orthopedic sports medicine and biomechanics. Prior to joining the School of Human Kinetics, she worked at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Her academic background and overseas working experience have provided a foundation on which to develop multidisciplinary research and international collaborations. Her research is primarily focused on understanding the mechanism of tai chi effects on postural stability and mobility through biomechanical analysis of tai chi movement characteristics. She is also involved in research on running and footwear biomechanics, running-related injury mechanisms and biomechanics of loading carrying. Currently, she serves as associate editor of the international peer reviewed journal Research in Sports Medicine, and as review editor for Frontiers in Biomechanics.