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Florida State University Cardiovascular and Applied Physiology (CAP) Laboratory. We Conduct Research to Build Knowledge on Human Cardiovascular Health

04/09/2026

New Publication Alert!

ISL Affiliate Dr. Joseph C. Watso, PhD co-authored a new study exploring how hydration impacts kidney health across the female lifespan. The research highlights that even mild dehydration can increase markers of kidney stress—but responses may differ between younger and older women, offering important insight into how aging influences kidney function.

These findings reinforce the importance of staying properly hydrated for long-term health and well-being.

Read more here: https://journals.physiology.org/doi/abs/10.1152/ajprenal.00414.2025

03/30/2026

Great presentations by PhD candidates Joe Vondrasek, Christin Domeier, Jonathan Hoch, and Tom Bissen at the 2026 College Research Showcase.

Topics ranged from cardiovascular responses to exercise to shortness of breath, and from vascular function to kidney health.

03/27/2026

🎤 New episode of CAP Lab’s ‘Meet the Team’ Series: Undergraduate research student Andrew Zhang

In this interview:
🔹 Community Culture: Why the lab’s "friendship-first" environment stood out among traditional clinical research spaces.
🔹 Multifaceted Health: Investigating the complex factors—from hormones to hydration—that impact blood pressure and cardiovascular function.
🔹 Theory in Motion: Seeing textbook concepts manifest in real-time through applied clinical research trials.

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

03/26/2026

Does Your Body Mass Index Dictate How Well You Breathe During Exercise? We analyzed over 3,000 exercise tests to find out.

A new article by PhD candidate Tom Bissen explains why your body mass index is not meaningfully associated with breathing efficiency during a workout in otherwise healthy adults.

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

03/20/2026

🎤 New episode of CAP Lab’s ‘Meet the Team’ Series: Undergraduate research student Natalie Zamora

In this interview:
🔹 Applied Human Science: Connecting biomedical engineering to real-world research on how exercise affects the cardiovascular system.
🔹 Collaborative Learning: Why asking questions directly is more effective than struggling in silence when surrounded by a supportive team.
🔹 Resilient Mindset: Redefining failure as a necessary stepping stone and a "pedestal" for learning in new environments.

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

03/13/2026

🎤 New episode of CAP Lab’s ‘Meet the Team’ Series: Undergraduate research student Ann Parry

In this interview:
🔹 Personal Connection: How navigating her own health journey inspired Ann to pursue clinical research.
🔹 Impact & Relationships: The importance of building a legacy through both scientific discovery and human connection.
🔹 Defining Opportunity: Why the CAP Lab is a unique space for freshmen to engage in real-world learning.

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

03/12/2026

New publication alert! 🚨 We investigated how mild dehydration impacts kidney health in females across the lifespan. Check the slides for the highlights! 🧬✨

Congrats to PhD candidate Christin Domeier for leading this publication.

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

03/06/2026

🎤 New episode of CAP Lab’s ‘Meet the Team’ Series: Undergraduate research volunteer Lily Voelkel

In this interview:
🔹 Active Research: Connecting a background in athletics to hands-on cardiovascular physiology.
🔹 Dynamic Culture: Building a fun, supportive community beyond standard data analysis.
🔹 Starting Out: Encouragement for new students to embrace the learning curve and ask questions.

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

03/04/2026

What Does Your Blood Pressure During Exercise Reveal About Your Future Health?

A new article by PhD candidate Jonathan Hoch, PhD candidate Christin Domeier, former undergraduate intern Pannonica Silvestri, and faculty member Joe Watso explains why your blood pressure responses during a workout are strong predictors of cardiovascular risk—and how improving your fitness can help protect your heart.

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

02/27/2026

🎤 New episode of CAP Lab’s ‘Meet the Team’ Series: Undergraduate research intern Ella Ashley

In this interview:
🔹 Premed & Research: Gaining medical insight through hands-on participant interaction and lab involvement.
🔹 Culture of Mentorship: How a supportive, "no-judgment" environment empowers undergraduates to ask questions and learn.
🔹 Holistic Growth: Why an uplifting academic culture is key to both personal and professional development.

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

02/25/2026

Inside the laboratory, we study ways to keep the heart healthy. We monitor blood flow, test how the body responds to exercise, and study how the heart regulates blood pressure. FSU student Tom Bissen featured doing breathing exercises.

News story by WTXL Tallahassee

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

02/24/2026

Can We Protect Our Hearts by Sweating Out Excess Sodium? A new article by PhD candidate Johnathan Hoch and Professor Joe Watso explains why losing sodium in sweat might help protect the heart.

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Institute for Successful Longevity, Florida State University, FSU Anne's College, FSU Health

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