Podcast: sports scientist Mike Hahn pursues research that serves elite athletes and the rest of us
Welcome to the Bowerman Sport Science Center at Historic Hayward Field
The Bowerman Sports Science Center (BSSC) is a regional research and outreach facility that aims to improve the health, fitness, and well-being of individuals in and around Eugene, OR. With a scientific and clinical background, we pursue research questions which lead to innovations in injury prevention and improved performance. We also offer physical assessments of current fitness levels and potential injury mechanisms, helping athletes meet their individual performance goals.
Current Opportunities
Summer 2024 Internship
Undergraduate Opportunities
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Running Down Questions about Marathons and Fatigue
Can You Train for Hot Environments?
Many endurance athletes have to race in the heat. Performing heat acclimation training before an event that takes place in a hot environment can improve your performance.
National Science Conference Has Diversity at Its STEM
UO students found camaraderie, career paths, and more at major conference in Portland
UO part of new international collective focused on sports
The University of Oregon is partnering with nine other universities around the world to establish a collective that aims to become a trusted and respected source of higher-education knowledge, research and policy advice in the world of sport.
Human physiology internships help students learn, and earn
A new internship program at one of the UO’s fastest-growing majors is setting students up for the health field better than ever before.