Welcome to the University of Michigan Human Performance & Sport Science Center (HPSSC)!

Formerly known as the Exercise & Sport Science Initiative (ESSI), we have recently taken on a new name that more accurately reflects our Mission and Vision for the Center.

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Our Mission

To support and grow integrated and multidisciplinary human performance and sport science-related research and education at the University of Michigan!

HPSSC Strategic Priorities

Through the following strategic priorities, we are working to foster an inclusive community of scholars and learners alike at the University of Michigan.

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Foster innovative and cross-disciplinary human performance and sport science research

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Cultivate an inclusive human performance and sport science-centered community

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Build innovative academic frameworks to support new knowledge in inclusive, accessible and equitable education environments focused on human performance and sport science topics

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Translate human performance and sport science research discoveries to communities of all types, ages, and abilities

Our History

The HPSSC was originally launched in 2016 as the Exercise and Sport Science Initiative ESSI, with inaugural funds from the U-M Vice President for Research, Provost, and Athletic Director.  Over the years, our mission, vision, and goals have grown, evolved, and crystalized to support comprehensive research, education, and outreach programs at the University of Michigan.

Now, as the Human Performance & Sport Science Center, we believe our new name more closely aligns with our Global Vision: Optimal performance and health for people of all ages and abilities.

Our Global Mission

Optimize the physical performance and health for people of all ages and abilities.

Whether it is through one of our several academic offerings, growing and engaging in our research community, or attending one of our outreach events, we hope you will consider joining us as we seek to make the University of Michigan the hub for optimizing the performance and health for people of all ages and abilities!

Meet our Co-Directors of the Human Performance & Sport Science Center

“One of the key strengths of the University of Michigan is its unique and outstanding blend of expertise across diverse disciplines. HPSSC is focused on connecting and integrating those strengths to promote human performance through the exploration of the sport sciences. With strong connections between industry partners, faculty experts, and an enthusiastic student body, the center is now in a pivotal position to catalyze U-M’s strengths in novel and impactful ways to benefit the health and wellness of all individuals.”

Co-Directors, Ken Kozloff and Ron Zernicke

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Ron Zernicke, PhD, DSc

Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kinesiology, and Biomedical Engineering

Extracurricular Opportunities

Ken Kozloff, PhD

Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kinesiology, and Biomedical Engineering