BREATHE Training Cross-training in BReathing REsearch And THErapeutics
In the BREATHE cross-training model, clinical researchers establish strong basic research foundations, and basic scientists are exposed to clinical experiences.
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BREATHE Training at UF
The University of Florida and the BREATHE Center provide a supportive and inspiring environment in which predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees can live and surpass their goals.
Program Requirements
The BREATHE Training Program is designed to allow young scientists to engage in meaningful translational research partnerships and to develop successful careers in respiratory research.
Research & Publications
Located in departments ranging from Physical Therapy to Engineering to Pharmacology, our trainees are all connected by their passion for respiratory research.
Professionalization Opportunities for Trainees
From Social & Science to the CoBAD Seminar Series, the UF BREATHE Center sponsors and co-sponsors a variety of events aimed at enhancing trainee experiences and providing them with ways to learn from and network with top researchers in the field.
WHO is BREATHE?
Leadership Team
The BREATHE Training Program is led by internationally renowned breathing researcher Dr. Gordon Mitchell, curriculum coordinator Dr. Leah Reznikov, and clinical practicum coordinator Dr. Karen Hegland.
BREATHE Trainers
With an emphasis on cross-training, each trainee is guided by a primary and secondary mentor. Our trainers are preeminent researchers and clinicians committed to educating the next generation of breathing scholars.
BREATHE Trainees
Our predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees hail from departments ranging from Engineering to Physical Therapy to Pharmacology, but they are all connected by their commitment to respiratory research.
TRAINING PROGRAM NEWS
Kelly Rock Joins the Department of Physical…
BREATHE T32 postdoc alum, Dr. Kelly Rock, has joined the Department of Physical Therapy as an Assistant Professor. A board-certified pediatric…
Marciante Lab Opening March 2026
BREATHE T32 postdoc and Mitchell Lab alum, Dr. Alex Marciante, will be opening her new lab in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of…
Leah Reznikov & Team Awarded NIEHS R21 to Study…
BREATHE T32 Curriculum Coordinator, Dr. Leah Reznikov, has received a new 2-year R21 grant exceeding $400k from the National Institute of…
Apply to become a BREATHE trainee
Contact the BREATHE administrative team to learn more.
