Associate Professor
Ph.D., Kinesiology (Exercise Physiology emphasis), University of Maryland, College
Park, 2015
M.A., Kinesiology (Sport and Exercise Psychology emphasis), San Diego State
University, 2006
B.A., Biology, Lafayette College, 2003
Exercise Physiology
Near-infrared Spectroscopy
Vascular and Musculoskeletal responses to exercise
Blood-derived cardiovascular risk factors
Dr. Landers-Ramos is an Associate Professor of Exercise Science in the Department of Kinesiology at Towson University (TU). Her research focuses on the effects of acute and chronic exercise on vascular and musculoskeletal health across the lifespan. Recently, she has been using near-infrared spectroscopy to non-invasively investigate the effects of older age and physical activity on skeletal muscle mitochondrial capacity and microvascular blood flow. She is also interested in vascular and skeletal muscle recovery responses to different modalities of acute exercise ranging from an ultramarathon to short-duration, high-intensity functional training. She regularly involves students in her research through Fieldwork and Independent Study mechanisms. Prior to joining the faculty at TU, she completed her postdoctoral training at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. She received her Ph.D. in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland in College Park. Her doctoral and postdoctoral work involved the effects of cardiovascular diseases and physical inactivity on circulating angiogenic cells (CACs), endothelial microparticles (EMPs), and inflammatory cytokines. Dr. Landers-Ramos is an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. She is highly involved with the Mid-Atlantic American College of Sports Medicine (MARC ACSM), serving as President in 2024.
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