Collaborators
EXERT Lab Collaborators
We actively partner with other researchers and centers at the University of Illinois at Chicago and beyond.

UIC Integrative Physiology Laboratory Heading link
The UIC Integrative Physiology Laboratory (IPL) concentrates on health-related research across several disciplines using translational approaches that are both cellular and whole-body in scope.
1640 W Roosevelt. Rd., Chicago, Illinois 60612

UIC Center for Clinical and Translational Science Heading link
The UIC Center for Clinical and Translational Science seeks to catalyze translational research, locally and nationally, as part of a national network to improve individual and population health.
912 S Wood St, Suite 200, NPI, MC 596, Chicago, Illinois 60612

Bariatric Surgery/ Obesity Research Program at UI Health Heading link
The Bariatric Surgery Program at UI Health is an MBSAQIP-accredited Comprehensive Center with Adolescent Qualifications – the highest level of certification.
1801 W. Taylor St., OCC, Suite 3F, Chicago, Illinois 60612

Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at UI Health Heading link
The goal of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at UI Health is to help you recover from the cardiovascular event and prevent future heart problems.
1640 W. Roosevelt Road, DHSP, Chicago, Illinois 60612



Irena Levitan & Ibra Fancher Heading link
Irena: Professor of Medicine, Pharmacology and Bioengineering
Ibra “Drew”: Postdoc Research Associate

Mariann R. Piano Heading link
Nancy and Hilliard Travis Professor of Nursing, Vanderbilt University
Senior Associate Dean for Research, Postdoctoral Fellowship Director

Rich Severin Heading link
Clinical Assistant Professor, UIC Physical Therapy
DPT Program Coordinator, UIC Physical Therapy

Melinda Stolley Heading link
Professor, Medical College of Wisconsin
Associate Director of Population Sciences Research, Cancer Center

Andreas Beyer Heading link
Associate Professor, Medical College of Wisconsin
Basic and Translational Research Program in Cardio-Oncology, Co-Director

Chueh-Lung "Laura" Hwang Heading link
Assistant Professor, University of Texas at Arlington