Meet Professor Nicolas Clark

 

  Instructor Information

Dr. Nicolas Clark

 Contact information

    Email: Canvas Inbox or Microsoft Teams chat

    Office phone: (801) 863-7033

   Office location: RL 147 J

  Virtual Office (Teams): By appointment (schedule here Links to an external site.)

  Welcome Statement

Greetings! My name is Nicolas Clark, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as your Professor for the online Clinical Exercise Physiology course this semester. As an expert in the field of Exercise Science, I am eager to work collaboratively with you to achieve our academic goals.

Throughout the semester, we will be focusing on the work of a clinical exercise physiologist in ameliorating and preventing clinical conditions and diseases. Throughout our modules, we will explore how to assess test results and design evidence-based exercise programs for clinical populations. This course aims to equip you with the tools to help individuals achieve healthier lifestyles by incorporating regular exercise into their daily routines.

I am committed to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for everyone in our class. Please feel free to connect with me through Canvas inbox or schedule an office hour meeting with me if you have any questions or concerns. Additionally, I am excited to get to know each of you personally and hear about your professional aspirations.

Thank you for choosing this course, and I look forward to working together this semester!

 

 Education and Experience

I am excited to share with you my academic background and professional experiences. I received my Bachelor of Science from the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro in Rio, Brazil, and pursued my Master of Science at Utah State University in Logan, Utah. Later, I completed my Doctoral Degree at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, where I gained valuable knowledge and expertise in the field of exercise science.

Before embarking on a career in academia, I had the opportunity to sail professionally for a couple of years, which provided me with a unique perspective and valuable life experiences. My research interests lie in electrocardiography, cardiopulmonary responses to different exercise modes, and the assessment of energy expenditure at rest and during exercise.

If you are interested in learning more about my research projects, I invite you to explore my research publications and reach out to me. I am always happy to discuss my research and potential opportunities for collaboration.

 

Published peer-reviewed research articles:

  1. Lima, F. S., Rossi, F. E., Gonçalves, D. C., Clark, N. W., Panissa, V. L. G. (2022). Can capsaicinoids and their analogs affect energy expenditure and substrate oxidation during exercise? A systematic review with acute studies. Human Nutrition and Metabolism. Human Nutrition & Metabolism. 29, 200156. DOI Links to an external site.
  2. Rossi, P. A. Q., Lira, F. S., Bezerra, V. R., Clark, N.W., Fukuda, D.H., Panissa V.L.G. (2021). Acute response to capsiate supplementation at rest and during exercise on energy intake, appetite, metabolism, and autonomic function: a randomized trial. Journal of the American College of Nutrition. DOI Links to an external site.
  3. Clark, N. W., Panissa, V. L. G., Herring, C. H., Goldstein, E. R., Stout, J. R., Wells, A. J., Fukuda, D. H. (2021). Energy drinks may not impact excess post-exercise oxygen consumption: considerations for pre-exercise test. Journal of Caffeine and Adenosine Research. 11(2). DOI Links to an external site.
  4. Boffey, D., Clark, N. W., Fukuda, D. H. (2020). Efficacy of rest-redistribution during squats: Considerations for strength and sex. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 1;35(3):586-595. DOI Links to an external site.
  5. Clark, N. W., Herring, C. H., Goldstein, E. R., Stout, J. R., Wells, A. J., Fukuda, D. H. (2020). Heart rate variability behavior during exercise and short-term recovery following energy drink consumption in men and women. Nutrients. 12(8), 2372. DOI Links to an external site.
  6. Harat, I., Clark, N. W., Boffey, D., Herring, C. H., Goldstein, E. R., Redd, M. J., Wells, A. J., Stout, J. R., Fukuda, D. H. (2020). Dynamic postactivation potentiation protocol improves rowing performance in experienced female rowers. Journal of Sports Sciences. 38(14):1615–1623. DOI Links to an external site.
  7. La Monica, M. B., Fukuda, D. H., Starling-Smith, T. M., Clark, N. W., Panissa, V. L. G. (2020). Alterations in energy system contribution following upper body sprint interval training. European Journal of Applied Physiology. 120:643–65. DOI Links to an external site.
  8. Clark, N. W., Wells, A. J., Coker, N. A., Goldstein, E. R., Herring, C. H., Starling-Smith, T. M., Varanoske, A. N., Panissa, V. L. G., Stout, J. R., Fukuda, D. (2020). The acute effects of thermogenic fitness drink formulas containing 140 mg and 100 mg of caffeine on energy expenditure and fat metabolism at rest and during exercise. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. 17, 10. DOI Links to an external site.
  9. Figueiredo, C., Antunes, B. M. M., Giacon, T. R., Vanderlei, L. C. M., Campos, E. Z., Clark, N. W, Panissa, V. L. G., Lira, F. S. (2019). Influence of acute bout of high-intensity exercise and high-intensity training on BDNF and HDL-C levels. Journal of Sport Science and Medicine. 18(2): 359–368. DOI Links to an external site.
  10. La Monica, M. B., Fukuda, D. , Starling-Smith, T. M., Clark, N. W., Morales, J., Hoffman, J. R., Stout, J. R. (2019). Examining work-to-rest ratios to optimize upper body sprint interval training. Respiratory Physiology and Neurobiology. 262: 12–19. DOI Links to an external site.
  11. Clark, N. W.*, Wagner, D. R., & Heath, E. M. (2018) Effect of a flying versus stationary start on Wingate test outcomes using an electromagnetically-braked cycle ergometer in advanced resistance-trained males. International Journal of Exercise Science. 11(4): 980-986. DOI Links to an external site.
  12. Wagner, D. R., & Clark, N. W. (2018). Effects of ambient particulate matter on aerobic exercise performance. Journal of Exercise Science and Fitness. 16(1): 12–15. DOI Links to an external site.
  13. Clark, N. W., Wagner, D. R., & Heath, E. M. (2018). Influence of Velotron chainring size on Wingate anaerobic test. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. 21: 202–206. DOI Links to an external site.
  14. Wagner, D. R., Cain, D. L., & Clark, N. W. (2016). Validity and reliability of a -mode ultrasound for body composition assessment of NCAA division I athletes. PLOS ONE. 11(4). DOI Links to an external site.
  15. Wagner, D. R. & Clark, N. W. (2016) Similar results for facemask versus mouthpiece during incremental exercise to exhaustion. Journal of Sports Sciences. 34(9): 852-855. DOI Links to an external site.

 

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