Sarah Coste

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Sarah Coste
Associate Professor

Cook Hall 116

503-883-2481

scoste@linfield.edu

As a physiologist/neuroendocrinologist, Sarah has a passion for studying the function of human body systems, particularly the cardiovascular, nervous and hormonal systems. Her current research program focuses on how physical activity and exercise improves our responses to stress. Sarah thoroughly enjoys teaching, and working closely with students in their junior and senior year as they design and carry out their own research projects.

Education

• B.A., Linfield College
• M.S., Oregon Health and Science University, behavioral neuroscience
• Ph.D., Oregon Health and Science University, behavioral neuroscience

Academic interests

Research that focuses on the cardiovascular, endocrine, immune and behavioral responses to stress and the impact that physical exercise has on the stress response.