Team

Thomas Buckley, Ed.D., ATC

Dr. Buckley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Applied Physiology as well as the Biomechanics and Movement Science (BIOMS) program at the University of Delaware. Prior to arriving at UD, Dr. Buckley was an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Kinesiology at Georgia Southern (2007-2014). Previously, Dr. Buckley was an Assistant Professor in the CAAHEP/CAATE accredited Athletic Training program at Dominican College (2001 – 2007) in Orangeburg NY and had served as an Adjunct Instructor in the Physical Education program at the City University of New York – Hunter College (1997 – 2001). Dr. Buckley his doctorate in Applied Physiology from Columbia University’s Teachers College (2007), is master’s degree in Athletic Training from Indiana State University (1997), and his bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from Springfield College (1995). Dr. Buckley’s primary research interests are in the medium- and long-term neurological effects of collision sports participation and their associated repetitive head impacts as well as elucidating the relationship between concussion and subsequent musculoskeletal injury. Additionally, Dr. Buckley works closely with the University of Delaware Athletic Department and Athletic Training staff on concussion management of the student-athletes. Dr. Buckley has over 130 peer-reviewed publications and has been awarded nearly $3 million dollars in research funding from National Institute of Health/Neurological Disorders and Stroke, the Office of Naval Research, the NCAA/DoD CARE project, the Delaware Economic Development Office, the Army Research Office, and research contacts with industry partners. Google Scholar Link

Graduate Students

Caitlin Gallo, B.S.

Caitlin is a 2nd year doctoral student in the Biomechanics and Movement Science (BIOMS) program at the University of Delaware. Caitlin earned her Bachelor of Science in Applied Exercise Science from the University of New England where her research focused on repetitive head impacts, neck strength, and blood brain biomarker with collegiate ice hockey athletes in relation to concussions under the direction of Dr. John Rosene. Caitlin’s research interest is focused on the long-term effects of repetitive head impacts in the ice hockey population. Google Scholar Link.

Scott Passalugo

Scott is a first year doctoral student in the Biomechanics and Movement Science (BIOMS) program at the University of Delaware. Scott earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Delaware in 2020 where he also worked in the Concussion Research Laboratory. After graduation, Scott worked as a Clinical Research Assistant for two years at the Micheli Center at Boston Children’s Hospital under the direction of Bill Meehan, MD. Google Scholar Link.

Undergraduate Students

Radhika Thakkar

Radhika is a junior Exercise Science major with a minor in Strength and Conditioning from Emerson, New Jersey. Radhika plans on going to physical therapy school after graduation. Outside of academics, she is a very big fan of basketball and football.

Lauren Cardon

Lauren is a freshman Human Physiology (Pre-Med) student originally from River Edge, NJ. After graduation, Lauren wants to go to Medical School. Outside of the lab, Lauren is a member of the Harrington Theatre Arts Club.