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 sports science.  While pursuing his bachelor’s degree, Jacob was a competitive powerlifter and a strength coach at The Spot Athletics.  Jacob completed his master's degree at the 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, Doctoral Student

Ling Li comes from China. She was a physical education teacher in junior high for three years. Ling completed her master's degree at the University of Wyoming in 2021 and is pursuing her doctoral degree. 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.