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Yogesh and Carmen recently published a study regarding Spinopelvic Alignment’s effect on fixation stability in pelvic ring fractures. The study was published in Clinical Biomechanics, and investigates a largely unexamined aspect of this type of injury. This study is likely the first to be published on this particular focus, consequently opening a door to new research.

Riley Summers of the LIFT Lab recently led a publication exploring American adults’ willingness to receive a combined influenza and COVID-19 vaccine. This work was completed as part of her Master of Public Health program specializing in Health Behavior and Health Promotion. This study has shed more light on public attitudes regarding influenza and COVID-19 vaccines and has given great insight into...

The LIFT Lab is excited to welcome Dr. Grace Peters, a visiting Post-Doc, to our team! Dr. Peters is a seasoned public health expert and educator with over two decades of experience in global health, reproductive care, and implementation research. She holds a PhD in Family Medicine from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Durban, South Africa; an MPH in Health Promotion; and a BS in Human Nutrition...

Steven graduated from Ohio State with a Bachelor's Degree in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in 2024. Taking a gap year to focus on research with the LIFT Lab, he is now committed to enrollment in the University of Cincinnati's Medical School. He also received a merit-based scholarship for his program. Congratulations, Steven - may your career prosper, and we hope you remember the LIFT Lab...

In May of this year, Dr. Quatman-Yates and Dr. Crick of the LIFT Lab each earned a 2025 HRS Award. The awards are given out by The Ohio State University's School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences each year to high achieving faculty and staff members. James earned the Distinguished Research Staff Award, while Katie earned the Excellence in Mentoring Award. We are collectively grateful for their...