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An Overview of EXCORE - July 2026

  • Writer: UWI SODECO
    UWI SODECO
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Ten people pose outside UWI SODECO building, smiling in front of glass doors and windows.
ExCoRe project team from UWI SODECO and AdventHealth


Two women in a bright gym, one walking on a treadmill while the other takes notes beside her, with large windows and palm trees outside.
A research officer monitors a participant while collecting physiological data during a supervised exercise session

About the ExCoRe (Exercise for Cognitive Rehabilitation) Project


The ExCoRe (Exercise for Cognitive Rehabilitation) Project is a research initiative focused on examining the effects of exercise on cognitive function in adult survivors of childhood malnutrition. Childhood malnutrition remains a significant public health concern and may have lasting effects on health and cognitive performance well into adulthood.



People in blue shirts use treadmills in a bright gym with large windows; one trainer assists a rider on an exercise machine.
Participants take part in supervised exercise sessions during the intervention phase of the ExCoRe study

Through the implementation of a structured exercise intervention, the project measures the effect of aerobic exercise on cognition and overall well-being. Participants undergo a series of assessments designed to evaluate health status and cognitive function before and after intervention. The assessments provide valuable information on the relationship between aerobic exercise, health, and cognitive function. 



Patient in green gown walks on treadmill with blue breathing mask while clinician checks chest in a rehab lab, focused mood
A participant undergoes VO₂ testing to assess aerobic fitness during the study

The project contributes to ongoing research on factors that influence cognitive health and quality of life across the lifespan. By focusing on adults who experienced malnutrition during childhood, ExCoRe aims to enhance understanding of the long-term impact of early-life nutritional challenges and the potential benefits of exercise-based interventions.



Medical worker in a white coat and blue gloves reviews whole-body scan images on a computer in a clinic office.
Research staff analyzing DEXA scan data collected during participant assessments

This work reflects UWI SODECO's commitment to advancing research that addresses important health issues and supports evidence-based approaches to improving health outcomes in Caribbean populations.

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