Dr. Vaughn W. Barry
Interim Chair
Departments / Programs
Degree Information
- PHD, University of South Carolina (2011)
- MS, Ball State University (2007)
- BS, Brigham Young University (2005)
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Vaughn Barry’s expertise centers on improving physical activity levels among both healthy individuals and those living with chronic diseases, with a strong emphasis on monitoring sedentary behavior and physical activity patterns across diverse populations. He specializes in exploring the complex relationships among sedentary behaviors, physical activity participation, and key health outcomes related to chronic disease prevention and management. This includes particular pr...
Read More »Dr. Vaughn Barry’s expertise centers on improving physical activity levels among both healthy individuals and those living with chronic diseases, with a strong emphasis on monitoring sedentary behavior and physical activity patterns across diverse populations. He specializes in exploring the complex relationships among sedentary behaviors, physical activity participation, and key health outcomes related to chronic disease prevention and management. This includes particular proficiency in accurately measuring time spent in sedentary behaviors within free-living environments, as well as quantifying time spent in moderate and vigorous physical activity. Complementing this work is his experience in exercise testing, which supports precise assessment and individualized programming to enhance functional outcomes.


