About Us
The Human Performance Center serves primarily as a research facility, partnering with other research labs, scientists, and companies across UCSF and the Bay Area to carry out studies in the areas of biomechanics, exercise physiology, and sleep and athletic performance. Our state-of-the-art equipment and staff expertise enable us to handle a diverse range of research opportunities, from knee osteoarthritis to prostate cancer and more.
In addition to research, the HPC also offers testing services to athletes of all levels. Having your gait analyzed by our RunSafe team can help improve performance and reduce injury, and information from a performance evaluation can be used to tailor a heart-rate-based training plan to your specific goals and needs. For more information, please see our services pages.