Athletic Training Research

The faculty in Athletic Training engage in a variety of research. Learn more about their research areas below.

Christopher Hamlyn, EdD, AT, ATC, CSCS

Dr. Hamlyn's research focuses on healthcare professional education, particularly the development of clinical reasoning, reflective practice, and the application of learning theory in athletic training education. His work explores the use of structured debriefing, curricular design, and educational strategies that promote the translation of classroom learning into clinical practice. Additional research interests include evidence-based practice, challenging established assumptions through unlearning, and improving healthcare education to better prepare clinicians for complex patient care environments. The overarching goal of his research is to advance educational practices that develop thoughtful, adaptable, and evidence-informed healthcare professionals.

Erika Zambarano, PhD, AT, ATC

Dr. Zambarano's research focuses on the biomechanical role of lumbopelvic-hip complex stability in preventing non-contact lower extremity injuries and addressing chronic pain conditions. By exploring these underlying biomechanics, she aims to provide evidence for more individualized therapeutic interventions and risk reduction strategies. Additionally, Dr. Zambarano is committed to addressing the gap between the best available evidence and clinician knowledge, optimizing patient outcomes, and bridging the divide between research and practice.