David Xavier Marquez
Professor
Research Interests
- Dr. Marquez' area of specialization is in Exercise Psychology/Behavioral Medicine. His research agenda focuses on health disparities in physical activity and disease/disability among Latinos.
- His research utilizes a social cognitive framework and includes study of the physical activity levels of Latinos and the physical, cultural, environmental, and psychological determinants and outcomes of physical activity of Latinos. He uses randomized controlled trials and community-based interventions towards the prevention of disability and the maintenance of cognitive functioning and quality of life in older Latino adults.
At a Glance
- Title Professor
- College College of Applied Health Sciences
- Department Kinesiology and Nutrition
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