Mauricio Martinez, PhD

Mauricio A. Martinez, PhD, is committed to helping students grow academically and professionally through meaningful learning experiences that connect classroom knowledge with real-world application. He values building strong relationships with students, colleagues, and community partners, emphasizing collaboration as an important part of long-term success. His teaching approach includes interactive lecturing, intentional mentorship, and preparing students for future careers in health, fitness, and clinical settings.

Martinez brings a strong research background through his experience at Texas Tech University and Medpace, where he gained valuable expertise in clinical research processes and evidence-based practice. His professional interests include vascular, metabolic, and muscle physiology, as well as expanding opportunities for students through internships, research involvement, and hands-on experiences. He teaches various Kinesiology classes at Azusa Pacific University, listed below, and takes pride in serving others through education and mentorship while strengthening opportunities for student success through teaching and research.

Education

• PhD, Exercise Physiology, Texas Tech University, 2024
• MS, Exercise Science California State University, Long Beach, 2019
• BS, Kinesiology, California State University, Fullerton, 2017

Academic Area

• School of Health Sciences

Courses Taught

• KIN 360 – Nutrition for Exercise and Sport Science
• KIN 363 – Physiology of Exercise; KIN 490 - Research Methods in Kinesiology
• KIN 561 – Advanced Sports Nutrition; KIN 563 - Advanced Physiology of Exercise