Biomechanics Laboratory

Jacob Layer, Doctoral Student

Jacob began his undergraduate studies at Columbus State Community College before transferring to Capital University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in health and sport science.  While pursuing his bachelor’s degree, Jacob was a competitive powerlifter and a strength coach at The Spot Athletics.  Jacob completed his Masters degree at University of Wyoming, and stayed to pursue his doctoral degree. Jacob is interested in the biomechanics and motor control of Strength and Conditioning.  In his spare time, Jacob enjoys strength sports, eating all of the things, bow hunting, and hiking with his wife and dog.    

Ling Li, Master's Student

Ling Li comes from China. She received a master's degree in human movement science from China in 2014. She had been a physical education teacher in junior high for three years. Now she is pursuing her master degree in kinesiology. Ling’s research direction is jump-landing mechanics and anterior cruciate ligament injuries. In her free time, Ling enjoys traveling and playing badminton. She is also interested in cooking.

Yu Song, Doctoral Student

Yu Song comes from one of the oldest cities in China, Xi’an, where is the home to the world’s “eight wonder” Terra-Cotta Warriors. Yu completed her master's degree in sports biomechanics at Beijing sport university, 1500 miles away. At that time, her research has focused on running and snooker. Now Yu's 8,000 miles away at the University of Wyoming to start her doctoral program. She is looking forward to learning more about Biomechanics. Yu likes trying something new, getting in touch with nature and spending time with family. She want to be a teacher, to work hard and enjoy life.

Sydne LaCroix, Master's Student

Brenna McGuinness, Master's Student

Maja Gorsic, Master's Student

Ana George, Undergraduate Student