Emory SPARC
Advancing Human Performance Through Applied Science
Translating advanced sports performance research into smarter care and better outcomes.
RESEARCH DISCIPLINES
Three Core Disciplines. One Translational Mission.
SPARC is an internationally recognized research center guiding the future of injury prevention in sports. Our team uses advanced motion analysis, neuroimaging, and immersive technology to identify injury risks with greater precision. By bridging biomechanics, brain-body imaging, and real-time feedback systems, we develop research-driven solutions that help keep athletes safe, healthy, and moving forward.
MOTION ANALYSIS | FORCE PLATE TECHNOLOGY
Biomechanics
SPARC uses advanced 3D motion analysis, markerless tracking, and force plate technology to quantify how athletes move, load, and recover. By measuring movement patterns during sport-relevant tasks, our team identifies biomechanical factors that may contribute to injury risk and informs research-driven strategies for safer performance.
BRAIN-BODY IMAGING | NEUROSCIENCE
Imaging
SPARC goes beyond traditional methods to understand the brain’s role in human activity. Rather than studying patients at rest, we integrate 3D motion capture with functional MRI scans while participants actively move their legs. This visionary approach reveals exactly how the nervous system controls the body. By uncovering these complex connections, we establish stronger clinical practices and drive better outcomes for physical rehabilitation.
IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGY | CUSTOMIZED PROTOCOLS
Augmented and Virtual Reality
We pioneer immersive research methods that safely simulate the dynamic environment of real sports. By combining virtual and augmented reality, our experts provide real-time visual biofeedback for participating athletes. We continuously track athletic movement using advanced 3D motion analysis and force plate technology. This precise data helps us guide movement correction and translate research into smarter care.
