Research Staff

Research Staff

Meet the research team

The People behind the research

Research at Parker is a team effort. Our faculty, staff, and adjunct researchers bring diverse expertise in clinical practice, basic science, performance, education, and data analysis—working together to generate evidence that serves patients, students, and the health professions.

Research Leadership

Dr. Andy Galpin, PHD

Director, Human Performance Center

Dr. Andy Galpin is a leading human performance researcher and serves as a collaborator with Parker University, contributing his expertise in muscle physiology and applied performance science to advance research, education, and innovation in human health and performance.

Christopher A. Malaya, DC, PhD

Associate Professor

Christopher A. Malaya, DC, PhD, is an Associate Professor at Parker University. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Parker University in 2018 and was the first student to graduate with research honors. He completed his PhD in Motor Control at the University of Houston in 2022. 

Dr. Katherine Pohlman, PHD, DC

Director, Parker Research Center

Dr. Pohlman leads research strategy and supports projects focused on clinical outcomes, education, and human performance across Parker University.

Dr. Andy Galpin, PHD

Director, Human Performance Center

Dr. Andy Galpin is a leading human performance researcher and serves as a collaborator with Parker University, contributing his expertise in muscle physiology and applied performance science to advance research, education, and innovation in human health and performance.

Adjunct research Faculty

Dr. Michael Swain, PHD, DC

Adjunct Research Faculty

Dr. Martha Funabashi, PHD, DC

Adjunct Research Faculty

Dr. Kent Stuber, PHD, DC

Adjunct Research Faculty

Zak Monier, MS, RD, LD

Research Project Manager

Adjunct research Faculty

Dr. Michael Swain, PHD, DC

Adjunct Research Faculty

Dr. Martha Funabashi, PHD, DC

Adjunct Research Faculty

Dr. Kent Stuber, PHD, DC

Adjunct Research Faculty

Adjunct research Faculty

Zak Monier, MS, RD, LD

Research Project Manager

Dr. Chris Malaya, PHD, DC

Research Project Manager

Amanda Watkins, MAT

Assistant Director of Research Administration

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