March, 3rd, 2026

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this symposium, participants will be able to:

• Explain the physiological effects of heat exposure on athletic performance and occupational productivity

• Describe health risks associated with environmental heat exposure across diverse populations

• Identify physiological responses to heat stress and mechanisms of heat. acclimation

• Summarize current heat safety standards in athletic, clinical, and occupational settings

• Evaluate prevention strategies that improve heat tolerance and reduce heat-related illness and injury

 

Pre-registration is required by emailing nicole.rambone@uconn.edu