Employing emerging technologies such as motion capture to study the complex interplay between genotype and...

Area of Science:

• Exercise genomics
• Molecular genetics
• Exercise physiology
• Biostatistics

Background:

• Advancements in molecular genetics have improved understanding of gene-performance trait associations.
• Exercise genomics investigates the complex interplay between genotype and quantitative traits like muscle power.
• This field integrates epidemiology, molecular genetics, exercise physiology, and biostatistics.

Purpose of the Study:

• To illustrate how interdisciplinary training facilitates the use of emerging technologies (e.g., motion capture) in exercise genomics.
• To examine the influence of genetic and epigenetic factors on power-related traits.
• To raise awareness of current research trends, gaps, and future developments in exercise genomics.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing advanced molecular genetic technologies.
• Employing techniques from epidemiology, exercise physiology, and biostatistics.
• Incorporating emerging technologies such as motion capture for performance analysis.

Main Results:

• Demonstrated the effective use of interdisciplinary approaches and new technologies in exercise genomics.
• Provided insights into the genetic and epigenetic influences on muscle power.
• Identified current research trends and highlighted knowledge gaps.

Conclusions:

• Interdisciplinary training is crucial for leveraging new technologies in exercise genomics.
• Future implications include gene therapy for age-related muscle decline, personalized medicine, and optimized exercise program design.
• The field holds significant promise for the biotech industry and sports science.