Jon is a Ph.D. student in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Hawaii, Manoa. Previously a lecturer in the California State University system, manager of clinical research at a biomedical company, and pediatric cancer research coordinator, he aims to bring experiences in the private sector to further advance research and education. Currently, his studies examine the role of body composition in health and disease prevention in populations including astronauts, athletes, children and infants.

Research Interests

Body composition, disease management & prevention, nutrition, exercise, performance training weight loss, nutritional supplements, injury rehabilitation, exercise psychology